2004 MAZDA MAZDA3 pricing starts at $2,175 for the MAZDA3 i Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $15,100 when new. The range-topping 2004 MAZDA3 s Hatchback 4D starts at $2,700 today, originally priced from $18,315.
Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
$15,100 | $2,175 | |||
$17,825 | $2,625 | |||
$18,315 | $2,700 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2004 MAZDA MAZDA3 models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.
Owners give this generation MAZDA MAZDA3 (2004-2009) a 4.6 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 94% recommend it. These figures are based on 1292 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 2004 MAZDA MAZDA3
"Zippy"
"This was my first car, I've had it for over 10 years now after buying it used in 2011. I absolutely love this little car, even after all these years I still think it looks cool, the gas mileage is fair, and it's pretty powerful. The acceleration has always been fantastic. My mom liked to call this car "zippy" since it could accelerate so well and is small enough to zip through traffic. The only issue I've had with the car that wasn't due to age and use is the original CD player (multi-disk), which are apparently notorious for not working properly and eating CDs. After one factory replacement, we eventually just replaced it entirely with a new stereo, which made the console clock, miles to empty, etc info on the little display stop working. Overall though I've still never driven a car that makes me feel cooler"
"Extremely reliable car - 250 miles per week"
"I bought this car new from a dealership in 08 .After a year of test driving every compact Import it was the styling that sold me on the Mazda 3 . It has sports car power and handling , nice paint , and audio is great . The cons ?? Seating material is hard and irritating on bare skin . Seat comfort , especially on long trips is poor . I have 60000 miles now and it has been back to the dealership twice for recall work . Other than that no other problems . I also like to brag that the brake pads are original and still have twenty percent of the pad material left . If you are looking for a car that holds it's value , is attractive , fast , handles great and avoids the repair shop then this is the car you want ."
"Best mazda 3i i ever had owned that my son gave me"
"Car doesn't smoke has 206253 miles still running great no clinging no noise no smoke simple fix ups nothing serious could go miles n miles with no problems good gas saver best car ever thank u"
Overall 2004 MAZDA MAZDA3 Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2004 MAZDA MAZDA3 is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2004 MAZDA MAZDA3 quality a 4.7 out of 5.
2004 MAZDA MAZDA3 Reliability
The 2004 MAZDA MAZDA3 receives an average consumer rating of 4.6 overall and a 4.7 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2004 MAZDA3 Features
According to drivers of the 2004 MAZDA3, here are some of its best features:
2004 MAZDA3 i Sedan 4D - city 22 MPG - hwy 31 MPG
2004 MAZDA3 s Sedan 4D - city 21 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
2004 MAZDA3 s Hatchback 4D - city 21 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
NHTSA Safety Rating
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 2004 MAZDA MAZDA3 front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.
2004 MAZDA MAZDA3 Safety Features
Style | Trade-In Value | Private Party Value | Fair Purchase Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$775 | $1,875 | $2,175 | |||
$700 | $2,300 | $2,625 |
Style | Trade-In Value | Private Party Value | Fair Purchase Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$1,050 | $2,350 | $2,700 |
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Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2023 | $387 | $2,687 | $1,270 | ||
2024 | $30 | $2,657 | $1,224 | ||
2025 | $14 | $2,643 | $1,219 | ||
Now | $768 | $1,875 | $775 |
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
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Curb Weight | 2696 lbs. | ||
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Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.1 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.9 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 178.3 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 54.9 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 11.4 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 34.1 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 103.9 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 69.1 inches |
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
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Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
City | 22 mpg | ||
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Highway | 31 mpg | ||
Combined | 25 mpg |
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic |
Horsepower | 148 @ 6500 RPM | ||
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Torque | 135 @ 4500 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter |
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
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| Price | $2,175 | $2,075 | $2,125 | $2,125 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.6 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 22/Hwy 31/Comb 25 MPG | City 21/Hwy 31/Comb 25 MPG | City 19/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG | City 18/Hwy 27/Comb 21 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 148 @ 6500 RPM | 161 @ 5800 RPM | 220 @ 6300 RPM | 255 @ 6500 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | V6, 3.0 Liter | V6, 3.2 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
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