2008 Mazda MAZDA3

Nice Vehicle

By bigdog63129 (Oakville, MO) on Wednesday, August 15, 2007

"I have owned my Mazda 3 S for about 18 months now and it has treated me very well. I do not get the mileage that others seem to get, but it is still not bad at around 23/28. It is stylish and a nice color (Strato Blue) but my children are growing quickly and the backseat is now too small. I did have an issue with the transmission at about 20,XXX miles. When flushing the fluid it was discovered that it was severely discolored, meaning that metal chips were in the fluid. It took two flushings to clear the fluid. It did not affect the drive performance but may have had I not caught it in time."

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Mazda Really Outdid Itself

By Al (Boston, MA) on Monday, August 13, 2007

"Mazda and Ford truly wanted to lure some of the smaller economy car buyers. This car for the price and the perks out beats anything in its class (Honda or Toyota). The car doesn't get amazing gas mileage but it compensates with a very smooth engine with plenty of low end torque. Its very fun to drive and handles like a beauty. I am in love with this car and it has done nothing but impress me for a year and a half now. I have not had any problems what so ever and I have put on about 50K on it in very short period of time. The tiptronic transmission is fun on curvy roads and when you want to wake up a little on the long trips. Its very comfortable and practical. I added an MP3 player jack by myself it was so easy to modify without paying dealer fees. I would highly recommend this car to anyone looking for the long haul quality and comfort. You will get a great quality vehicle no doubt about it. Last thing my hatchback version almost feels like a pick up truck when you lower the back seats because you can fit so much stuff in the back its not like logically possible. I moved my whole apartment in like 2 loads and I had a lot of stuff. It is truly amazing. Enjoy."

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Best Valued Car Ever

By seejake (San Francisco, CA) on Monday, August 13, 2007

"I've driven cheap sports cars and ultra-expensive exotic cars, and for my money the Mazda 3 is a great value. It's just a flat-out-fun-car that is cheap to drive (great gas mileage, low maintenance) and cheap to own ( affordable, low maintenance). Lots of interior perks, and just a great car... unless you want to rally. In that case, get a lancer or wrx"

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Mazda 3s are the most underrated car on the market

By Mazda Lover (TX) on Monday, October 08, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 225,000

Pros: "By far best car I have ever owned"

Cons: "I can't think of a single one"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I bought my Mazda3 5 door 5 speed new in 2006. I drove it hard every day, putting on over 45,0000 miles per year. At 215,000 miles, I gave it to my son, who now gets to love it. I kept it so long because there was nothing wrong with it, I still loved it and I couldn't decide what else to buy. This car is amazing. At 225,000 miles it looks like new. It runs great with original engine (burns no oil) and transmission. There is not a single worn thread in the interior. It gets 29+ mpg even being driven hard. All I have EVER done to the car is brakes and clutch (130k miles), and A/C hose, front struts and fuel pump (200k miles). Else, just tires. I have never even put a new battery in it! An amazing, amazing "Zoom Zoom" car!"

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Best In Class

By Frenetic (New Jersey) on Tuesday, August 14, 2007

"Great car. Quick. Brakes hard. Handles great. Fun to drive. Great styling in and out. Nothing comes close to level of equipment in class. Zenon lights, rain sensing wipers, heated leather, stability control, etc. Best bang for your buck."

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