Is the Mazda 3 reliable?

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Mazda

3

HatchbackPetrol (Gasoline)152 versionsOwner report

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260Hp

Power

6.1s

0–100 km/h

250km/h

Top speed

9.6L/100

Fuel (combined)

What owners say

Overview

Mixed sentiment, heavily dependent on generation and powertrain. The Mazda 3 is widely recognized for its fun driving dynamics, upscale interior quality for the class, and strong reliability, particularly for models equipped with the long-running 2.5L Skyactiv engine and 6-speed

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Specifications

Generation

Version

2.5 SkyActiv-G (186 Hp) Skyactiv-Drive CDA

From 2019-2022

Power186 Hp

Torque252 Nm

DriveFront wheel drive

Transmission6 gears, automatic transmission

Engine2.5 L

AspirationNaturally aspirated engine

Cylinders4

Seats5 seats

Fuel typePetrol (Gasoline)

Body typeHatchback

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BrandMazda

Versions catalogued152

Body typesHatchback, Sedan

Owner reportAvailable

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Brands/Mazda/3

Mazda

3

HatchbackPetrol (Gasoline)152 versionsOwner report

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260Hp

Power

6.1s

0–100 km/h

250km/h

Top speed

9.6L/100

Fuel (combined)

What owners say

Overview

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Specifications

Generation

Version

2.5 SkyActiv-G (186 Hp) Skyactiv-Drive CDA

From 2019-2022

Power186 Hp

Torque252 Nm

DriveFront wheel drive

Transmission6 gears, automatic transmission

Engine2.5 L

AspirationNaturally aspirated engine

Cylinders4

Seats5 seats

Fuel typePetrol (Gasoline)

Body typeHatchback

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BrandMazda

Versions catalogued152

Body typesHatchback, Sedan

Owner reportAvailable

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