I got my hands on one of those recently and I was shocked at how popular my review was, stick shifting cars need to be more popular these days it makes you way more alert when driving not heated seats that massage you
Everybody complains about the 3 not having rear vents, it does have rear heater ducts from under the front seats that will definitely (at least) blow AC in the rear in the bi-level mode. 👌 Just ordered my 2024 Mazda 3 AWD Turbo in Soul Red Crystal. 😎😎Can't wait for the 3 months transit from Japan to Canada. Congrats on this great review ! 👍👍
@@alexcollins2251 So far the date is March 12th, but it's not confirmed. They see it's still at the Japan port, but it's probably on the boat between Japan and Vancouver hopefully. Already have a bunch of stuff to install once I get it 😎
Just got the 6-speed stick shift in soul red crystal metallic. I have absolutely no regrets parting with the $33k USD. Nicest car I've owned. Love the exterior design and the luxurious interior equally. I've always preferred compact cars for their maneuverability and ease of parking.
I was interested in a Veloster turbo for the longest time because they're so compact & stylish, then the Mazda 3 hatch pooped up on my radar. Got my turbo PP last December & I haven't looked back once. Absolutely LOVE it!
I just got one of these, but a sedan. Personally I like the look of the sedan a lot more and i think that it has better visibility too looking at that crazy blind spot on the hatch. The car is awesome, its really fast for what it is especially coming from a first gen crosstrek as my last car, and it handles well too, but it also is very quiet smooth and comfortable on my long highway commutes to school. The seats especially are sooooo incredibly comfortable, i can sit in them for over an hour and not feel any soreness whatsoever. And the bose sound system sounds absolutely incredible. Mine is black exterior and interior with black wheels so it looks cool and stealthy too, I like it a lot. I would say like you that my only real complaint with the car is the fuel tank being kind of small, and especially with my very long commute i only get like 2 days out of it before I have to refuel, but that doesnt really affect the actual cost of gas since you pay less money for a smaller tank to refill so its really not that big of a deal. Overall its a fantastic car and im glad i snatched one up before this class of vehicle is inevitably done away with in favor of big bulky boring to drive suv's
ordered mine on black friday. delivery projected for january, which i doubt will happen)) as an adult with no kids, backspace is plenty to keep with my hobbies. got it in white, will look great with black aero kit that they offer.
Also a single adult with no kids & mine is a white turbo PP; I've had it for just over a year. I think you're gonna be very, VERY happy with it! Reply & let us know?
I have the Machine Gray Premium Plus and i absolutely love the car! I’ll be honest 36k is a lot for a hatchback but the quality, the features and the turbocharged AWD goodness is worth it.
Really thorough review, thanks! I’m still torn between this and the GTI. Seems like this would be more reliable, but the GTI would fit my tall husband better.
I'll say this: If you want to save the money and just go with the non-turbo variant of the 3, that's perfectly ok. It's still a GREAT option. That said, DO NOT give in and test drive a turbo because once you do, there's no going back. The extra power you get is an absolute game changer!
This is a fact. I did a 2.5 NA 30 minutes before the turbo and the choice quickly became out of my hands. Truly, though, the NA didn't have enough pep to begin with. I felt like it needed more power the whole time.
The Mazda three is a great little car. I think this is the best generation so far.
It really is great!
I got my hands on one of those recently and I was shocked at how popular my review was, stick shifting cars need to be more popular these days it makes you way more alert when driving not heated seats that massage you
Facts over here in Chicago alot of car jackers that's why I like 80s and o0s cars better than these newer ones but u can barely find them
Everybody complains about the 3 not having rear vents, it does have rear heater ducts from under the front seats that will definitely (at least) blow AC in the rear in the bi-level mode. 👌
Just ordered my 2024 Mazda 3 AWD Turbo in Soul Red Crystal. 😎😎Can't wait for the 3 months transit from Japan to Canada.
Congrats on this great review ! 👍👍
Interesting, good to know! I hope you enjoy it! Gorgeous color for the 3.
Thanks for tuning in!!
@redboy81 have you got a delivery date confirmation? just ordered one as well in Canada!
@@alexcollins2251 So far the date is March 12th, but it's not confirmed. They see it's still at the Japan port, but it's probably on the boat between Japan and Vancouver hopefully.
Already have a bunch of stuff to install once I get it 😎
@@alexcollins2251 I just got it delivered yesterday 😎👌🤌
@@redboy81 did you get it yet?
Just got the 6-speed stick shift in soul red crystal metallic. I have absolutely no regrets parting with the $33k USD. Nicest car I've owned. Love the exterior design and the luxurious interior equally. I've always preferred compact cars for their maneuverability and ease of parking.
Nice!! You'll absolutely enjoy it!
I really enjoyed your unbiased reviews.
I appreciate that! I try to be as open minded as I can haha
I was interested in a Veloster turbo for the longest time because they're so compact & stylish, then the Mazda 3 hatch pooped up on my radar. Got my turbo PP last December & I haven't looked back once. Absolutely LOVE it!
Nice!!! Excellent!
I just got one of these, but a sedan. Personally I like the look of the sedan a lot more and i think that it has better visibility too looking at that crazy blind spot on the hatch. The car is awesome, its really fast for what it is especially coming from a first gen crosstrek as my last car, and it handles well too, but it also is very quiet smooth and comfortable on my long highway commutes to school. The seats especially are sooooo incredibly comfortable, i can sit in them for over an hour and not feel any soreness whatsoever. And the bose sound system sounds absolutely incredible. Mine is black exterior and interior with black wheels so it looks cool and stealthy too, I like it a lot. I would say like you that my only real complaint with the car is the fuel tank being kind of small, and especially with my very long commute i only get like 2 days out of it before I have to refuel, but that doesnt really affect the actual cost of gas since you pay less money for a smaller tank to refill so its really not that big of a deal. Overall its a fantastic car and im glad i snatched one up before this class of vehicle is inevitably done away with in favor of big bulky boring to drive suv's
Nice!! Yeah the sedan looks great too. I'm happy to hear you're enjoying it!
Very good review I just got mine a week ago, same color (polymetal gray) with red leather interior, the best review I saw for this model! Congrats!
Thank you!! Very good choice!
ordered mine on black friday. delivery projected for january, which i doubt will happen)) as an adult with no kids, backspace is plenty to keep with my hobbies. got it in white, will look great with black aero kit that they offer.
Nice! Yeah it’ll definitely suit you well! Perfect for two people and some occasional friends.
@@BernonCars not human friends, more like 2 big dogs))
Also a single adult with no kids & mine is a white turbo PP; I've had it for just over a year. I think you're gonna be very, VERY happy with it! Reply & let us know?
Excellent review sir. Very well done.
Thank you!
been wanting one the moment i saw one in a dealership, hopefully in the next few years ill be able to get one or a cx50. beautiful cars
Yeah they’re such nice cars. I like the CX-50 too!
Great review!! love your channel!
Thank you I appreciate that!!
Good review, like the presentation
Much appreciated!
I have the Machine Gray Premium Plus and i absolutely love the car! I’ll be honest 36k is a lot for a hatchback but the quality, the features and the turbocharged AWD goodness is worth it.
Nice!! Yeah it's a substantial car for the price!
Really thorough review, thanks! I’m still torn between this and the GTI. Seems like this would be more reliable, but the GTI would fit my tall husband better.
Thank you! Yeah very hard decision! I like the AWD this has!
Amazing job brother. 👍🏿
Thanks man! I appreciate it!
you're the first reviewer that's not had all positive things about the bose centerpoint in this car!
Interesting!! It’s pretty good but I’ve heard better!
The design still looks great, if a bit long on tooth. They should really make a performance version of this!
I soo agree!!
Earned a new subscriber Bern . Enjoyed your video . Which coupes would you say have best sound systems ?
Thank you very much! Hmm, any luxury coupe will have a good sound system, none off the top of my head!
I prefer the sedan in this generation, it's just much better looking, especially the rear end.
They are handsome in sedan form
It really is a subjective topic. I happen to love the hatchback design especially in the rear. The curves are just beautiful.
I really like the car. Hopefully I’m able to get the right color I want.
You will loooove it!
❤❤❤😊😮 how I wish it could come with a pulled up hand brake instead of the push button brake 😢
Right!
I happen to know someone who has a polymetal grey non turbo sedan for your review consideration. 😉
I'll say this: If you want to save the money and just go with the non-turbo variant of the 3, that's perfectly ok. It's still a GREAT option. That said, DO NOT give in and test drive a turbo because once you do, there's no going back. The extra power you get is an absolute game changer!
This is a fact. I did a 2.5 NA 30 minutes before the turbo and the choice quickly became out of my hands. Truly, though, the NA didn't have enough pep to begin with. I felt like it needed more power the whole time.
What’s the driving range everyone is getting with the turbo? TIA.
I would get about 250mi from a tank
@BernonCars that's the thing. The EPA MPG times 12.7 gallon equals much more than that. Why is the math and actual 250 mile range not adding up?
Interesting. I think it's because real-world MPG's were different than the EPA's suggestions.
@BernonCars okay, even if we use the lower MPG of 23 to account for real world MPG. 23 mpg x 12.7 =292.
@@Jasonboyee i dont think the car's computer takes reserve gas into account. Theres like 1-2 gallons left when your fuel indicator is at empty.
with a tune, thisll beat for an integra for sure.
Oh 100%
@@BernonCars im off my ass excited since toyota gave up on 5sfe/a140 so long ago. this is the redemption of big 4's
As much as I love the soul red crystal metallic, I feel like it looks weird on the M3. Maybe I just like it on the MX-5 too much
That's fair! Haha
I never see the sedan model on the road when I think I see it its a Mazda 6
Yeah right looks like a mini Mazda6
I think the previous gen Mazda 3 looks better. They compromised too much for the design imo but the big c pillar idk
Yeah I totally agree
This generation still looks good...if you get the sedan.