Is the 2023 Mazda 3 Turbo a BETTER sport hatchback to BUY than a VW GTI?
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- The Mazda 3 Turbo has a special trick up its sleeve, AWD. On the outside you will discover unique 18in wheels, optional aero pkg and full LED lighting. On the inside there is an upscale interior, sunroof and 8.8in infotainment screen. Under the hood is a 2.5L turbocharged engine and mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission with AWD. Is the 2023 Mazda 3 Turbo a BETTER sport hatchback to BUY than a VW GTI?
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Always loved Mazda. They make good priced cars that feel way more expensive than they actually are. My first car was actually a CX-5 and it was a great car
They really are excellent
No manual no thank you don’t care if it’s turbo
Except this one is $38k. A good 5-8k more than it should be
@@Deadpoolmasterchief you can get manual with the others trim. I think the turbo available only with 6 speed auto.
@@boost331 ok. You can get a base turbo sedan for 31k and it come standard with pretty much anything you could want.
Got this exact car but in black 2 weeks ago. Most interesting part about it is how satisfying it is to drive at speed limit. I don’t even enjoy accelerating hard and speeding around in it. Something about turning corners at a nice pace just tickles the soul with this car. Probably the G vector control thing they got going.
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@@ericB3444 lol MAYBE
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its a brake torque vectoring system but still nice none the less
it can modulate the brakes and control wheel spin. To be fair non awd cars already do this
WILD! Joe already reviewed this exact model and spec, but it's worth multiple vids.
I have a ‘21 turbo hatch. It is an amazing car overall and even with two kids it is more than large enough for our needs.
I have the 2022 base turbo hatch. It’s not as loaded as the premium but mechanically the same. I bought it for MSRP and love it. Quick, responsive and also a great daily driver to cruise around in. Love your reviews as always Joe.
"Base" turbo is actually "Premium" , just not in name, "Premium Plus" just adds the aero kit, 360 degree 10 camera system, real leather instead of fake, complete stop and go traffic cruise, road sign recognition and dimming driver mirror, it's not a huge deal... we get all the important stuff for sure! :)
@@DanielBrownOre Thank you for Sharing. Considering buying this car . 👍😊
Just picked up this same model the premium version not plus. For 28k and love it so far. It moves. Not slow. Lol
Great as always Joe, having owned a speed 3, and 3 generations of the CX-5, you have to mention Mazda reliability, and just can't be overlooked when cross shopping other makes.
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Joe, you crack me up, who the hell‘s going to put a California calzone in a rear pocket on the back of a seat. What a mess that would be, lol! I love how you equivalent everything to food, and how much wood will fit in the car LOL!😂
Mazda is one of the best automakers out there right now. Great exteriors, great interiors, great dynamics, great performance and it's even relaxing and practical when you need it to! Mazda is the true Japanese BMW!
I love Mazda. Their design is unique. They build well balanced vehicles. Not too fast, not too slow and a sporty drive 👍
That is the key, and along with their great reliability these things coulda/ shoulda been mentioned.
hell yea i love my mazda 3 hatch , she quick feels comfortable inside sounds means whenn u do some exhaust work and the desighn is just beautiful and unique
I've had 2 Mazda 3's the 2015 and then 2019 redesign. They really are great cars. The infotainment not being touch is actually safer and easier to use while actually driving. They feel so nice for the price. Really safe too.
I never understood why people are so hooked up on touch screens in cars. Are you driving a car or a tablet? People who are car lovers and know how to appreciate a vehicle and the driving dynamics of said vehicle don't care about peripheral nonsense like infotainment.
@@kartofle123 You also own that Mazda 3 trash, the infotainment system is lame. 100% sure you cellphone is a touchscreen, right?.....
What was you're experience like with the 2015 mazda 3
@@crow_2k11beatsbydre8 I can see that stupidity was your major in reform school.
@@crow_2k11beatsbydre8 I have Mazda 3 2015 now, and I am not using the touchscreen that the infotainment has, rotary control all the way. It's just so much convenient to use the rotary control rather than touchscreen where you will find yourself in trouble more since you shift your focus on the screen while driving.
Got this model last July and absolutely love it. Such a fun daily driver. And the interior 🤌
I own a ‘22 Mazda 3 Turbo W/ Premium Plus Pkg and Aero Pkg like this one. Had the car about 7 months now and i absolutely love it! If you’re considering this car you won’t be disappointed. I recommend the Platinum Quartz Metallic paint Option.
Absolutely stunning vehicle. Around me it really stands out in a crowd because of how uncommon this particular spec is. Wouldn’t mind getting a drive in one.
I bought this car less than 2 weeks ago and I'm absolutely in love with it. I got the Platinum Quartz Metallic & black interior. It's a comfortable daily driver and plenty of power to get around, all around great car.
That is so wonderful congrats!
@@RaitisRides , please review Rizvani vangeance , I am a vehicle designer ( interior and full body ) .but our country have not opportunity vehicles design field , I like abroad german or japan
Just got ours yesterday. Same color as yours. Really enjoying it so far.
Another great and fun to watch review😊
Perfect angle of the camera to the speedometer via the top of the steering wheel! When you go on throttle, you go "off evidence." LOL! Great video - I like this car! Torque and no CVT.
Heck yeah!
@Brian Lee That's like saying tastiest doodoo sandwich 💩🥪
Comment to you personally Joe. Your referemces are hilarious 😂😂. I get all or most of them. I watch everyday your videos. Ig i have a bad day i watch your videos and they make me laugh. Your hilarious. High quality videos. Thanks for making my days better. ON THROTTLE!!🚙💨
Mazda 3 looks clean I love the design it’s spot on 👌
You are so very right about that Dennis!
@@RaitisRides thanks for sharing this with us Joe great work 👍
Interior space is the biggest flaw of the Mazda 3. If this was comparable in size to the civic, we'd be in business
True, but it has more interior space than both the Corolla and Corolla hatch, it's other main competition
I have owned my Mazda 3 Turbo for over two years now, and I love it! The laundry list of complaints including the infotainment, blind spots, transmission, etc. are of no issue after some time, at least for me. The car is responsive, super fun, and so gorgeous! As a disclaimer: my car is modified, though. Great value!
What’s wrong with the trans?
Were you able to modify the trans to be more quicker/responsive?
WRONG
I just got a turbo sedan and love it. Shocked at the value you get.
@@mofayer trans lives matter
I didn't watch the video yet but from the standpoint of reliability, value and DIESELGATE ........ I would say yes to the Mazda.
The Mazda infotainment is the best I have had. You really do get used to going through the menu without looking at it plus…no fingerprints on the thing that attracts attention on the dash!
I have a 21 premium plus sedan and i love it! Love the navigation wheel and actually prefer it to touchscreen
Thanks for sharing that great ownership input on this one.
Based on everything I have gathered, the Golf R is the gold standard for hot hatches. Since it is so difficult to get, this Mazda is a decent option.
I would love golf R, but the wait time.... very sad
The Golf R is 20k more than this... lol
You should be comparing this to a GTI
@@VanquishedAgain the gti isn’t AWD
Mazda 3 is the better option imo
I have one, after installing and intake, exhaust and piggyback tune computer, it rips.
I just wouldn't buy a Golf. Guess i wouldn't buy a VW for that matter. I've never driven one of these, but i like it.
This Mazda3 hatchback looks so cool and it’s fun! The red stitching looks so inspired.
I am glad that you are liking this one.
I have golf R MK6 2012, my wife is driving Mazda 3 2016...
If I compare comfort, Mazda is way better then golf. It's not that stiff, it's smooth feels like you can drive it for hours without pain in upper or lower back.
So, if the feeling of a drive is the same with new Mazda 3 turbo, it's great every day car and plus gives you a bit of that fun through acceleration, speed etc.
At the end, it all comes up to individual preferences...
My belief is that Mazda gives you comfort in combination with fun and power perfectly balanced!
Haven't finished the video but thanks for bringing up the Veloster N. Tons of people don't use it as a hatchback comparison anymore since it was announced they ceased making them, yet all around was a great car.
As an owner of a VN, it has been so fun.
What up Joe? Mazda time!
Im still driving a fully specced 2013 Mazda3 and its given me very little trouble. I love that car.
Great looking Sport hatch with a lot of get up and go !!
You nailed it Frank!
Mazda gang! Been looking forward to this review.
I had a Golf TDI which I took the cash package for during diesel-gate. I used that to buy a Mazda 3. I drive in a larger city with plenty of traffic and people who like to never fully pass (so they hang out beside you) and I also take long road trips. I really miss my Golf for a lot of internal components that the Mazda doesn't have. I also miss how steady and reliable the Golf steering felt on curves.
Stunning interior mazda as always and review! Can't wait for the CX 90 Review
Stay tuned!
I went with the 2022 MZD3 Turbo. Very good car to drive and push to some reasonable limits.
Owned two mazdaspeed3’s and they were so much fun. This is a nice hatch, good mpg and nice interior if your looking for that. As an enthusiast I’m very happy with my Veloster N manual that is about 5k less and so much more fun, louder, quicker and that’s what I look for. Great video as usual.
As a VN owner as well, totally get it.
I went with the Mazda regular base "Premium" instead of Premium Plus and at the time last May was a good $5-6k less than the Elantra N at the time because they were marked up $5k and the Mazda wasn't... Now, TBH, I needed to go with AT because GF can't drive manual, but I def wish I had a DCT like the Hyundai's and GTI have for sure!
Less reliable, Mazda has proven reliability..
My. Friend has that Hyundai in a pale light blue, fun to drive I agree and look and sound great..
I love it!!! Blah blah blah......we're gonna go ON THROTTLE again! I think it looks really sharp and I think as a daily driver especially in high traffic locations like Los Angeles the 6 speed is perfect, better than a CVT. This whole thing comes across as a grown up Mazda Speed 3 for the current times.
I love Mazda's. Owned two of them and cried when I had to get rid of them. The first turned out to be stolen (and it was bought from a dealer). The second I couldn't afford to fix. Great cars though. Drove an RX-7 cross country. Gets you through California traffic at over 100 mph (anything less than 80 will get you ran over). Love em.
Coming from old gmc jimmy. I’m in love with my Mazda 3 hatchback! What a joyful car 🚗. Love everything about it honestly.
That is so fantastic!
Just bought one 2 days ago, going to the dealership to pick it up tomorrow :)
personally bought it for daily driver and not a hothatch and mainly cause of reliability, good punchy and old school drive train compare to others and ofc the amazing looking exterior and interior
I have a 23 M3TH and I love it to death. Put a corksport sri on that sucker and it's really nice! Very happy with this car
thank you for this review
Finally got the 2023 Mazda 3 Premium Hatch in Platinum Quartz Metallic! Love it so much!
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18:53 cute little doggy driving the F150 😂
@19:27 Careful Joe, I know no one was behind you but there were vehicles moving on your left lane. A vehicle could change lanes at the last moment into your lane, rear ending you since your stoped in moving traffic. Take care and great review as always.
Mazda design is timeless.....evergreen....i bet after 15-20years,this mazda3 will still hold it looks....classy....just like the alfa
I have this model in red and I love it so much
I bought my Mazda 3 hatch! He had me at big Mac, large fry, and a Pepsi 😂
I will pick Mazda3 everytime over the GTI, because it's way more reliable. Less trips to the mechanic and I like that it's AWD and it looks better in my opinion.
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I’ve got a 21 cx30 turbo up here in the Edmonton area Alberta Canada. I’ve had a 17 GT mustangs , 19 LT1 Camaro, old school E55 AMG Benz .. and more. This Mazda is a decent whip. It’s pretty fun. Fairly Smooth, quiet cabin. Excellent zipping around town in the snow. Mazda must of knew I like to get er sideways around the corners and bends. They’ve managed that without a TC button also. It’s a keeper. And I may add a MX5 to the parkade. We’ll see how one of those rings out when the snow melts.
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I just bought this exact color with the red interior and I’m sooooooo in love!!! She’s so beautiful and fun to drive.
Which Grey is this? Polymetal or metallic?
@@Fastdonkeynads I think it’s called Metallic Grey and it’s soooo pretty. I have the red interior as well. It looks great together
@@4evermistyblu I thought so, tx.
Mazda has really done a great job coming back. For its price, the Mazda 3 definitely is a better bang for your buck against the Mk 8 GTI. The new Golf’s interior is really holding it back. I do however wish that the top trims engine, which is really really good, was available in a 6 spd manual. It’s Japanese so its going to last 15 years 400,000 miles. Now the 7spd PDk auto in the GTI is nice, but, the better car to buy for your money is the Jetta GLI with the 6 spd manual. It is a very well made car in its segment and uses the very good ea888 engine with a very good user interface and the interior that the GTI should have gotten. I would like to see Mazda put the new 3.3L I-6 in a refreshed Mazda 6 to make it a very nice sport sedan
I like the Mazda
Such a nice looking car! Elegant and sporty
2:28 when he said “Splitter” I can feel the spit fly onto my face
Always proud driving this on the road
As someone who works for a VW and Mazda dealership, I’d go for the Golf GTI only if it’s the previous generation. The newest generation is definitely fast and fun but that infotainment system gives me nightmares. Not only is it hard to use but it lags in the winter on cold days. Other than that the performance is head and shoulders above Mazda. The Mazda will definitely last longer and use nicer materials but the GTI is much more enjoyable with more “up to date” tech.
I've owned a Mazda 3 and now a 5... Best cars I've ever owned!!!
That is so great to hear!
I love it Joe and Lori and Steve and keep up the good work and I love the video 👍💯
I am so glad that we could bring it to you!
I love the grey and red better than the poly metal 😍
Better built, more reliable, Cheaper to maintain, better styling that alone in my books is a Win, Win.
Been a big Mazda fan for decades, have owned several. Really looking forward to the new 3.3L inline 6 w/ turbo though. 🤤
That is going to be good!
Dope video
My '17 Mazda 3 has the touch screen (usable when stopped), but I always use the rotary dial. Kind of a tough choice (Turbo/ NA) because the NA 2.5L is swift, and Turbo adds a significant $.
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i have a 2019 non turbo (wasnt available) and love it. have had 2 GTis and and jetta, i would get the mazda again in the turbo. not that the GTI isnt awesome, but ill take the reliability of mazda and i prefer the look too. also i like the more basic tech. i barely use the screen, usualy turn it off.
I'm a GTI Person, I have had many VWs but I really like this Mazda. I do not like the 4DR GTIs. I prefer the two doors. (which they do not have anymore in the US)
So you like the 4 door Mazda but not the 4 door Gti? Makes sense.
I love talking about whats going on here!
Hope to see the Mazda 3 sedan turbo soon on here 😊
I learnt to drive on a Mazda 929 manual transmission in Trinidad. Good cars
By the way Joe I was very surprised at the first video I seen posted on the demon 170 was yours I mean I'm surprised that I Racer X and RT have it out before you did and I actually live here in Vegas
I like both and how they are designed. I will say though I kinda like how VW made their GTI look like a small an cute hatchback. Mazda still did amazing with this as well.
small is a Mini Cooper or Fiesta ST, a Golf is as long as an early 2000's audi a4 but wider
@@PaulTC777 That’s your opinion, I see it as a small vehicle and that’s my opinion.
NGL, I chose the Mazda over the GTI for the features for the same money but the GTI is def still the better drivers car too with better brakes, suspension (previous gen Golf R real IRS), DCT trans, front-LSD, and fairly cheap tunes that adds tons of safe power.. but the Mazda kills it in overall looks and all real and good feeling buttons on the inside on top of better stereo, AWD, sunroof, adaptive LED's, HUD, etc... so it comes down to personal preference, I took the Mazda and have dropped about $5k
Hoping to see a refresh for 2024, faster transmission or manual would nice. I have the 2021 AWD Turbo hatch and still haven’t found anything I’d rather have for the same $$.
I hope the new 8spd transmission will get into the 3s.
@@UIOP336 na i want a facelift too
Jus picked up a 2023 brand new for 28k with the turbo. Sweet ride for the price! I’m stoked.
I'm not going GTI until they do something about that infotainment. With that said, I love this car. The only thing I don't like is the gloss black, but there are ways of dealing with that.
Torsion beam rear suspension and that ridiculous rotary knob/dial infotainment system in 2023, Mazda put the touchscreen back in your vehicle for us modern drivers.......
Good ol days when I bought my 07 Mazda 3 for 13k brand new. No ABS, traction control, manual doors and windows. Loved that thing
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Joe, you need a t shirt in your merch section that says, "If you're ready I'm ready." :)
I like the way you think!
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Hi ! Joe Excellent Review 👍. I take The Mazda 3 hatch in this trim 😁
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Hey joe I remember back in the late 80s or early 90s Mazda came out wit the 323 protégé protégé MP3 & the protégé 5 also the Mazda 3 replace them
Made me LOL on the 2 cans and string
Looks just like mine! I got the '21 2.5T PP HB -- so it seems like the main difference is the fading LED turn signals!
Personally -- I'm 100% behind the idea of eliminating touch screens in moving vehicles. Distracted driving is the leading cause of automotive accidents and death, these days. Whether it's people on their phones, or changing their HVAC on a tablet-style touch screen, my own personal experience has noticed the decline in attentive driving because of this completely unnecessary tech expectation. As a driver, I've had to avoid so many near accidents because of other distracted drivers. As a passenger, I've felt very uncomfortable with friends and Uber/Lyft drivers using touch screens, and when I've driven cars that rely on touch screens (like the Tesla Model X I drove for awhile) I noticed my attention being split, as well.
RIGHT ON 100%
People never seem to give the full story of hatch space comparing the VW Golf and the Mazda3. Everyone just says the Golf's is bigger, but they clearly aren't trying to put anything long in the back.
My previous DD (that my son now drives) was the 2014 Mazda3. My current one is a 2018 (MK7.5) VW Golf R. I use my car to haul my XL frame road bicycles around to trails, and I can say that those bikes fit far better in the 3 than in the R. I could get a bike in the 3 and still fit a passenger in the front seat. In the Golf, no way in hell. The seat has to be all the way forward to get a bike in the back.
I believe, when I was researching for my new DD, I found that the MK7 Golf was about 6 inches shorter than my 3, and that appears to be entirely in the hatch area.
I guess I can't say for sure how the current 3 compares to my (better driving) 2014, though.
I had a Mazda speed3 turbo from 2010 to 2020 in blue. It was a great car until somebody rammed it while it was parked in front of my car in 2020. I thought for sure that the insurance company was gonna declared it totaled so I bought a 2020 STI. But after a week at the shop, the insurance company told me that they fix it. So, I ended up selling it. That car was great except for the torque steering when I really get on it. Nothing ever went wrong on that speed3. It was a great car. I also think that it looks better than the current one. I just wished it had the all wheel drive..
Slightly timely. A friend of mine drives a Mazda 3 hatchback and I'm starting to think about looking at a NON turbo one with FWD.
That is really great Shawn!
I have a 2010 MazdaSpeed 3 and I love that thing ❤
Six speed transmission is simple and reliable. It’s just under tired. New wheels with Michelin PS4’s in 255 35 18 and it’s perfect.
I AGREE TITS under tired
255 on 18 rims BOOOM that tiree will hug that road like teddy bear
Love the dial big Joe. My thoughts haven’t changed hahah
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Joe this Mazda 3 is growing on me absolutely sick very nice 👌
Don't buy it, Torsion beam rear suspension is cheap and blind spot visibility is horrible and that rotary knob/ dial infotainment system is trash......
@@crow_2k11beatsbydre8 infotainment is the best on the market lol
@@toeleg Whatever, don't need Mazda put the infotainment system so far back on the dash like drivers are children and don't even say its safer that nonsense......Civic, Corolla better options with multi link rear suspension, not some torsion beam.......
Nice Mazda. And the awd is a plus.
This is so very true Noel!
Raiti you are hilarious 😂 all the comments in the back seat
No wireless charging but room for twinkies 😂. Your comedic food references have me laughing every time. I love your channel. Keep up the good work.
The interior is beautiful
AWD, and no wheel hop at launch. I’ll take this.
I had a Mazda 3 grand touring sedan and loved it. I would take this over the gti more power I wish the exhaust sounded better on the Mazda but for the price those two I would recommend a 2022 Veloster N cause I love mine and it’s the same price and you get more for the buck.
Thanks for sharing that great feedback from your personal experience!
You could take it someplace fancy and you can take it on the twisties!
I have this car and it's amazing. Swap to coilovers and some bolts on what's a gti? The fit and finish I constantly get compliments cant say the same for my buddy's cheapish gti interior. Plus 2024 has 10.8" screen, touch, wireless android auto 👌🏽
I chose the Mazda in the non-Premium Plus trim over the base GTI at the same price for AWD, sunroof, better stereo, far better buttons/ergonomics, adaptive headlights, etc. But absolutely, the first things I did was wider wheels and tires, blacked out the window trim, covered the interior gloss black and added strut tower brace as the chassis was not originally designed for the weight of the turbo engine. I have a JB4, intake and exhaust as well and hit the 1/4 in 13.5 but def miss not having LSD's and IRS still for sure. Also, still waiting for the imminent launch of an actual ECU tune that gets rid of the SUV powerband tune Mazda puts even on this car... The GTI is indeed still the better drivers car, but the Mazda is a good value if you are willing to do some mods and prefer the extra features.
Thanks for sharing you great well thought out comments.
You were better off with a wrx 6 speed then if u wanted better driving dynamics
@@cbruno12180 terrible mileage and hard to find not marked up, the Mazda wasn't marked up, in the hatch I wanted and looks far better.
@@DanielBrownOre marked up the wrx? Hmm I’m in upstate ny dealers up here have been not marking up any cars for except corvette f150 lighting bronco
Escalade but even the Elantra N 6 speed for 34k us a terrific car for the money and outperforms the gti too
@@cbruno12180 Yep, when I bought it last May even the Elantra N was marked up $5k, only the Mazda and GTI (with careful searching) wasn't marked up in what I was considering, this on the west coast, Portland OR suburbs. But also, I wanted some sportiness but not all out track car so the Mazda with some mods was a good choice.
I'd love to be able to find out where to purchase the shark fin, my mazda 3 isn't the turbo unfortunately, it was a little out of our price range here in the UK, we've settled on the sport lux version, which is just as nice but without the aero kit, or the nice spoiler.. does anyone know where to purchase the shark fin for this car? Thanks and great video