Power
0–100 km/h
Top speed
Fuel (combined)
What owners say
Overview
Mixed sentiment with a clear generational divide. The first-generation model (2016-2021) is associated with recurrent and costly mechanical and electrical failures, including transmission behavior complaints, infotainment unit failures, and
Best version
Insufficient owner data available. No specific trim or model year within the current generation is recommended or criticized based on the provided data.
Known issues
First-Generation (2016-2021) Issues:, Current-Generation (2022-2026) Issues:
Generation by generation
Owner insights per generation and US complaint/recall records (NHTSA).
Complaints and recalls by model yearSource: NHTSA (US)Show table
Recall notices3 on record · Source: NHTSA (US)Show recalls
2019 · fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpcampaign 21V875000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2018 Mazda3, Mazda6, 2019 CX-3, 2018-2019 MX-5, CX-5, CX-9, and 2019-2020 Mazda2 vehicles. The impeller inside the low-pressure fuel pump may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.
2019 · back over prevention: sensing system: cameracampaign 23V487000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.
2018 · back over prevention: sensing system: cameracampaign 23V487000
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image.
Specifications
Generation
Version
2.0 Skyactiv-G (148 Hp) Automatic
From 2019-2026
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