The fact that its been around for ever was what swayed me to buy this. Any bugs in the platform have long been ironed out and its a pleasure and so easy to drive. Its a simple setup so there is less to go wrong compared to a 3cyl on steroids. Do your research, a turbo 3cyl is inviting pain and trouble down the track.
This is a good point. I have a 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer. It's the same deal and it's incredibly, incredibly reliable. It's a shame they discontinued the range.
@@senselessza1don’t agree. Modern engines have come a long way. I am looking for a first car for my daughter and leaning towards the stonic. It drives well, much better than the Mazda we test drove and has 7 year warranty. So if the engine goes before 7 years that’s one Kia, not me.
@@stephenmorris3696 to each their own. My 1.0l Ecoboost engine gave in at 86,000km. Ford was also not willing to help with any goodwill repairs. If you go the turbo route, make sure the engine has been in production for more than 5 years with a proven track record. Personally I am reluctant. Even with a warranty - the hassle factor is to great if things go south.
As someone who owns a small turbo car that drinks oil like a fish, I think it's nice they still offer an atmo motor and torque converter auto where there's a lot less to go wrong. They're a nice little car full of character. I can see why so many people buy them.
The whole point of this car, at least for buyers like me, is that it bucks the turbo engine/CVT or DSG transmission combination trend that has become the norm these days. A naturally aspirated engine and torque converter auto like the ones on this Mazda are far more reliable and longer lasting, which to me more than outweighs the slightly less quick acceleration you get compared with the turbo engine equipped competition.
Not all small turbo engined cars have dual clutch gearbox's, Peugeot has several models with a 1.2 litre turbo engine with a standard torque convertor auto.
I prefer the potential longevity of a simpler non-turbo engine, particularly when fitted with a larger capacity engine in a smaller car. I prefer a traditional auto to the newer CVT and DCT style. I think for the money the CX3 is reasonably well priced (have a CX3 Pure) ... its the Mazda2 that Mazda needs to rethink its pricing on. The 2L motor has enough torque to pull the car from start to 96km/hr without going above 2000rpm, its meeting our needs admirably. Local dealer still sells these to P platers and 40-50YOs at a greater volume than Mazda2s and often Mazda3s.
Test drove the cx3 sport at 29.990 d/a. Everything about it was just so-so but its very liveable and would fit its purpose as a 2nd car for my family. Almost signed the contract with Mazda but a few steps away is the MG dealer. Test drove the Mg4 excite 51 at $30,990 d/a which blew me away. Both share almost same dimensions but Cx3 definitely has superior interior quality - the dash, plastics and seats, etc. But if I would be spending about $12 on 91 unleaded per 100 km and $2.20 on electricity per 100km, the Mg4 is a no-brainer. It also has longer warranty and cheaper capped price service. I'm on my 2nd month and my mg4 still excites me when I drive it.
MG will also just randomly explode or fall apart while driving. seriously just google MG reviews and you will see why its so cheap. You get what you pay for.
I wasn't too sure if I wanted to see a review of the car I bought this year Wouldn't say it's a performance vehicle but a good reliable daily driver that looks smart and sporty.
The 2 litre motor in a light body is a good combination. It loves to rev on hard acceleration, but also settles down to just over 2,000 revs at 100km/h. On a longer trip it's easy to get down to 800km range. It's durable, without a turbo and endless electronic gadgets there's less to go wrong, and if something does happen spare parts are plentiful and cheap. You didn't mention the handling, which is one of the real strengths of the car. The "pretty big" turning circle, 10.6 metres, is 0.2 metres less than a Skoda Kamiq. The natural visibility (i.e. looking out the windows!) out of the car is excellent by modern standards. One very good thing is that you don't have to dive into the infotainment to turn off ADAS... you get in and simply drive the car. This was a big factor for a relative who bought one recently. Finally, Mazda dealers are very amenable to negotiation. Don't pay the list price!
Got an evolve 30k drive away missus couldn't be happier. Mazda pedigree counts for alot never had issues with our previous Mazda cx9 GT. Agree with the dials, easier to live with compared to our peugeot thats touch screen for air conditioning.
It's interesting that the model tested in Australia is so loud. The model tested in Germany by Autogefuhl turned out to be very well insulated and was quiet even at 180 km/h. Are the more expensive versions perhaps better muffled, or are they different for Europe? Where does this difference come from?
@@brendanoriordan549 Certainly the engine cover for the Mazda 3 and CX 30 in Europe is completely lined with soundproofing material. By the way, it costs real pennies. Probably other damping was also used. A strange saving for the Australian market.
Wait till the warranty runs out and 100000+ kms later then you decide to dispose of it only to find there is eff all demand on a ageing euro = poor resale then you won't be very happy
Can’t hear the noise when you have the radio up. Bought a CX-3 for the wife up from a mazda 2. Great small car for my wife who just wants to get from A to B without any fuss. Excellent car for her.
@ A different car may have the same issue but the radio trumps the perceived problem. Also persons of my and my wife’s generation ( over 60) don’t see this as a problem fyi. Great reviews by the way.
Honestly would not reccommend the Kamiq. My experience was perfectly summarised in the carexpert review. I say summarised as i have had many more issues. I had a 2016 cx3 and would happily go back to it if I had the chance.
Only last month you reviewed the Chery Tiggo 4 a direct competitor to the CX3 and yet there is no mention of the Tiggo 4 in your comparative cars list . Did Mazda agree to you reviewing the CX3 on the provision that you not mention the Tiggo 4 .
I drove this car three months ago before the Tiggo 4. No, it has nothing to do with anyone having any sort of control over what I say. No-one will ever have any control over my channel apart from me.
I mean if you want the Miata/Mx-5 experience and sounds but need an SUV practicality, I would recommend this! Source: Rented one of these when my other car was with panel beaters
So why not mention of the 2wd vitara but mention the swift No mention of the Hyundai Venue either After looking for a car for an elderly family member the Mazda won hands down value for money
The platform is a decade old now. It seems that there hasn’t been a growth in refinement…still basic compared to its competitors. I hired one ages ago and thought it was a good drive, but I also hit hired an ASX a few month# after, and though it was a much better ride. You would think that Mazda would lower the price on this just to move stock, as Mitsubishi has done with the ASX. Die hard Mazda fans will still gravitate to this. I don’t see many in my hood…I do see many MGs, many Toyotas, many Kia’s, and quite a few ASXs. Sorry, Matt, will give this a miss.
Why don’t you just say you don’t like Mazdas. Our family has had two small turbo SUVs and neither of them had a fuel consumption as low as the Mazda in the urban situation. They were better on the highway. I have a CX-3 after having a Swift sport but had to swap because of access problems. Strange that they have been so popular for so long if they are as flawed as your review implies.
I won’t say that because it’s not true. I think they have been a successful business in Australia due to strong marketing and positioning, but they’re ageing products and outdated in multiple ways.
@@therightcarl have read all your Mazda reviews and you seem to dislike them all. Obviously many Australia’s disagree with you judging by the sales. You don’t mention reliability as a strong point especially compared to many of those you favour. I agree that the cx-3 is not an SUV and I didn’t buy for that. It had much easier access than the Swift , which by the way was much noisier than the Mazda. I do miss its pickup up from 60-120. In your Mitsubishi review you went on about it being old and reliable just like the Mazda is 😾.
Mazda really seems to be riding on overconfidence lately. The same design, same interiors, and exteriors for nearly a decade now it’s like they’ve stopped innovating while other brands are moving ahead
Mazda has gone upmarket - slowly abandoning all but the BT-50, and their large SUV lineup (CX-60,CX-70,CX-80,CX-90). It's a shame because the CX-3, CX-5, CX-30 are their top 3 sellers with all of them in desperate need of a refresh.
If you want your new car to depreciate a lot, then no, no you shouldn't buy one. If however you appreciate a car that doesn't depreciate, then yes, yes you should buy one. It's at the end of it's model life I'll agree, but I'll bet you a pina colada it'll outlast it's replacement.
When I bought my 2020 Mazda 3, it was way better to drive (abet not acceleration wise) than any similar prices car and with better styling both external and interior, they haven’t really moved on in the last 4 years, while the competition seem to have upped their game.
The main reason I am considering a CX-3, is that Mazda offers them with manual transmission (Edit. I thought that was the case, but I can't find any evidence of that now). Sadly, there are fewer and fewer offerings that come in manual. Also.. no turbo. So it's a Mazda car without the "Zoom Zoom"??
The CX3 is a bit like a raised, slightly more practical CX5, minus the handling & performance. Even in its prime, the CX3's rear seats and boots are far too small for anything claiming to be a SUV. Now that it is so far past its sell by date, it's only for singles/couples and only if heavily discounted. Of the cars available I would put it at the bottom of my list. A good option not mentioned is a VW T Cross, but aftersales services might not be ideal. The Skoda Kamiq is the best of the bunch, but the pricing has become prohibitive and aftersales is a bit of a gamble as well.
Why would you want a turbo engine over a nat. asperated ? They don't last as long and the govt. collect near to 2 billion dollars a year revenue for speeding. So don't agree with you.
Mazda and being stuck in 2014, name a more iconic duo seriously, their design is boring, their interiors are nice but dated, and their engines lack oomph. what happened to the fun Mazda that offered stuff like the Eunos, MPS, SP20, 6 MPS? they offer the 2.5L Turbo for the Mazda 3 in the US, why does Australia miss out on the good stuff? I'm, honest to all buggery, completely sick of seeing SUV's everywhere. They're boring, we don't need them, bring back fun cars!
Or the Mazda 2 with 2L as offered in Columbia as the 2024 Mazda2 Grand Touring LX Carbon Edition ... small car, even bigger naturally aspirated engine!! A simple warm hatch! Australia misses out on the cool cars.
I actually commend Mazda for staying away the small turbo charged engine trend. Keeps things working reliably much longer
The fact that its been around for ever was what swayed me to buy this. Any bugs in the platform have long been ironed out and its a pleasure and so easy to drive. Its a simple setup so there is less to go wrong compared to a 3cyl on steroids. Do your research, a turbo 3cyl is inviting pain and trouble down the track.
I get it.
But I’d be fine with the potential for trouble MAYBE happening down the track if I was happier EVERYDAY because I had a turbo engine.
@@therightcarI would argue and say it's not a maybe, but rather a when with most modern small capacity turbos
This is a good point. I have a 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer. It's the same deal and it's incredibly, incredibly reliable. It's a shame they discontinued the range.
@@senselessza1don’t agree. Modern engines have come a long way. I am looking for a first car for my daughter and leaning towards the stonic. It drives well, much better than the Mazda we test drove and has 7 year warranty. So if the engine goes before 7 years that’s one Kia, not me.
@@stephenmorris3696 to each their own. My 1.0l Ecoboost engine gave in at 86,000km. Ford was also not willing to help with any goodwill repairs. If you go the turbo route, make sure the engine has been in production for more than 5 years with a proven track record. Personally I am reluctant. Even with a warranty - the hassle factor is to great if things go south.
As someone who owns a small turbo car that drinks oil like a fish, I think it's nice they still offer an atmo motor and torque converter auto where there's a lot less to go wrong. They're a nice little car full of character. I can see why so many people buy them.
"drinks oil like a fish" HAHAHA that's funny.
Gotta be a Volkswagen with a dual clutch, lol.
@@SaintKimbo Renault with a dual clutch.
The whole point of this car, at least for buyers like me, is that it bucks the turbo engine/CVT or DSG transmission combination trend that has become the norm these days. A naturally aspirated engine and torque converter auto like the ones on this Mazda are far more reliable and longer lasting, which to me more than outweighs the slightly less quick acceleration you get compared with the turbo engine equipped competition.
This is one of the best gasoline engine in the world
Great little town car has a spare wheel and proper auto transmission. But my pick in this class of car would be the CX 30.👌
CX-30 is a much better car.
Watch the ReDriven video for the cx-30. Not a great car.
I would rather have a non-turbo engine so I don't have to put up with the silly dual clutch turbo engines aren't everything but that's just my opinion
Not all small turbo engined cars have dual clutch gearbox's, Peugeot has several models with a 1.2 litre turbo engine with a standard torque convertor auto.
I prefer the potential longevity of a simpler non-turbo engine, particularly when fitted with a larger capacity engine in a smaller car. I prefer a traditional auto to the newer CVT and DCT style. I think for the money the CX3 is reasonably well priced (have a CX3 Pure) ... its the Mazda2 that Mazda needs to rethink its pricing on. The 2L motor has enough torque to pull the car from start to 96km/hr without going above 2000rpm, its meeting our needs admirably. Local dealer still sells these to P platers and 40-50YOs at a greater volume than Mazda2s and often Mazda3s.
I seldom go over 2000rpm in my ' 380 '. Welcome to the club.😅
Test drove the cx3 sport at 29.990 d/a. Everything about it was just so-so but its very liveable and would fit its purpose as a 2nd car for my family. Almost signed the contract with Mazda but a few steps away is the MG dealer. Test drove the Mg4 excite 51 at $30,990 d/a which blew me away. Both share almost same dimensions but Cx3 definitely has superior interior quality - the dash, plastics and seats, etc. But if I would be spending about $12 on 91 unleaded per 100 km and $2.20 on electricity per 100km, the Mg4 is a no-brainer. It also has longer warranty and cheaper capped price service. I'm on my 2nd month and my mg4 still excites me when I drive it.
MG will also just randomly explode or fall apart while driving. seriously just google MG reviews and you will see why its so cheap. You get what you pay for.
the mx3 design looks classier than all the alternatives
I think CX-3 is the best
from Japan😊
I wasn't too sure if I wanted to see a review of the car I bought this year
Wouldn't say it's a performance vehicle but a good reliable daily driver that looks smart and sporty.
I understand. And I never really understand why people watch reviews of things they own.
But thanks for watching!
The 2 litre motor in a light body is a good combination. It loves to rev on hard acceleration, but also settles down to just over 2,000 revs at 100km/h. On a longer trip it's easy to get down to 800km range. It's durable, without a turbo and endless electronic gadgets there's less to go wrong, and if something does happen spare parts are plentiful and cheap.
You didn't mention the handling, which is one of the real strengths of the car. The "pretty big" turning circle, 10.6 metres, is 0.2 metres less than a Skoda Kamiq. The natural visibility (i.e. looking out the windows!) out of the car is excellent by modern standards.
One very good thing is that you don't have to dive into the infotainment to turn off ADAS... you get in and simply drive the car. This was a big factor for a relative who bought one recently. Finally, Mazda dealers are very amenable to negotiation. Don't pay the list price!
Got an evolve 30k drive away missus couldn't be happier. Mazda pedigree counts for alot never had issues with our previous Mazda cx9 GT. Agree with the dials, easier to live with compared to our peugeot thats touch screen for air conditioning.
It's interesting that the model tested in Australia is so loud. The model tested in Germany by Autogefuhl turned out to be very well insulated and was quiet even at 180 km/h. Are the more expensive versions perhaps better muffled, or are they different for Europe? Where does this difference come from?
Australian roads are terrible for surface quality. German roads aren’t. 🙏
Im sure some Mazda 3 model used marine carpet to insulate noise
@@brendanoriordan549 Certainly the engine cover for the Mazda 3 and CX 30 in Europe is completely lined with soundproofing material. By the way, it costs real pennies. Probably other damping was also used. A strange saving for the Australian market.
If it ain't broke, buy it!
I chose a Skoda Kamiq and am very happy.
Skoda the best car ever made..
Yes!
Resale?
I honestly hope you have a better experience with the Kamiq than I have had in my 3 years of ownership.
Wait till the warranty runs out and 100000+ kms later then you decide to dispose of it only to find there is eff all demand on a ageing euro = poor resale then you won't be very happy
Can’t hear the noise when you have the radio up.
Bought a CX-3 for the wife up from a mazda 2. Great small car for my wife who just wants to get from A to B without any fuss. Excellent car for her.
I guess. Also can’t hear the noise when you drive a different car 🤣
@ A different car may have the same issue but the radio trumps the perceived problem. Also persons of my and my wife’s generation ( over 60) don’t see this as a problem fyi. Great reviews by the way.
@@c.s2001
Yes, you can both just turn your hearing aids off !
Agree about the engine, drove one for a week as a rental, engine/rev sounds were so loud.
Honestly would not reccommend the Kamiq. My experience was perfectly summarised in the carexpert review. I say summarised as i have had many more issues. I had a 2016 cx3 and would happily go back to it if I had the chance.
Sorry to hear that mate.
11:06 - 2.5 engin would've been better. Turbo are too complicated to maintain long term.
Only last month you reviewed the Chery Tiggo 4 a direct competitor to the CX3 and yet there is no mention of the Tiggo 4 in your comparative cars list .
Did Mazda agree to you reviewing the CX3 on the provision that you not mention the Tiggo 4 .
I drove this car three months ago before the Tiggo 4.
No, it has nothing to do with anyone having any sort of control over what I say.
No-one will ever have any control over my channel apart from me.
I mean if you want the Miata/Mx-5 experience and sounds but need an SUV practicality, I would recommend this!
Source: Rented one of these when my other car was with panel beaters
So why not mention of the 2wd vitara but mention the swift
No mention of the Hyundai Venue either
After looking for a car for an elderly family member the Mazda won hands down value for money
The platform is a decade old now. It seems that there hasn’t been a growth in refinement…still basic compared to its competitors. I hired one ages ago and thought it was a good drive, but I also hit hired an ASX a few month# after, and though it was a much better ride. You would think that Mazda would lower the price on this just to move stock, as Mitsubishi has done with the ASX. Die hard Mazda fans will still gravitate to this. I don’t see many in my hood…I do see many MGs, many Toyotas, many Kia’s, and quite a few ASXs. Sorry, Matt, will give this a miss.
No need to apologise to me. I’d buy a Kamiq.
Why don’t you just say you don’t like Mazdas. Our family has had two small turbo SUVs and neither of them had a fuel consumption as low as the Mazda in the urban situation. They were better on the highway. I have a CX-3 after having a Swift sport but had to swap because of access problems. Strange that they have been so popular for so long if they are as flawed as your review implies.
I won’t say that because it’s not true. I think they have been a successful business in Australia due to strong marketing and positioning, but they’re ageing products and outdated in multiple ways.
@@therightcarl have read all your Mazda reviews and you seem to dislike them all. Obviously many Australia’s disagree with you judging by the sales. You don’t mention reliability as a strong point especially compared to many of those you favour.
I agree that the cx-3 is not an SUV and I didn’t buy for that. It had much easier access than the Swift , which by the way was much noisier than the Mazda. I do miss its pickup up from 60-120.
In your Mitsubishi review you went on about it being old and reliable just like the Mazda is 😾.
Mazda really seems to be riding on overconfidence lately. The same design, same interiors, and exteriors for nearly a decade now it’s like they’ve stopped innovating while other brands are moving ahead
Mazda has gone upmarket - slowly abandoning all but the BT-50, and their large SUV lineup (CX-60,CX-70,CX-80,CX-90).
It's a shame because the CX-3, CX-5, CX-30 are their top 3 sellers with all of them in desperate need of a refresh.
If you want your new car to depreciate a lot, then no, no you shouldn't buy one. If however you appreciate a car that doesn't depreciate, then yes, yes you should buy one.
It's at the end of it's model life I'll agree, but I'll bet you a pina colada it'll outlast it's replacement.
I always thought the Mazda cars were worth the money and were up there with the rest of the other brands . From your review, it doesn't seem so.
They are in some ways but this car is old now, and newer rivals highlight that.
When I bought my 2020 Mazda 3, it was way better to drive (abet not acceleration wise) than any similar prices car and with better styling both external and interior, they haven’t really moved on in the last 4 years, while the competition seem to have upped their game.
@@therightcar Hey mate love the videos why don’t you guys do a review of the facelifted 11th gen Honda civic e:HEV
The main reason I am considering a CX-3, is that Mazda offers them with manual transmission (Edit. I thought that was the case, but I can't find any evidence of that now). Sadly, there are fewer and fewer offerings that come in manual. Also.. no turbo. So it's a Mazda car without the "Zoom Zoom"??
The CX3 is a bit like a raised, slightly more practical CX5, minus the handling & performance.
Even in its prime, the CX3's rear seats and boots are far too small for anything claiming to be a SUV.
Now that it is so far past its sell by date, it's only for singles/couples and only if heavily discounted.
Of the cars available I would put it at the bottom of my list.
A good option not mentioned is a VW T Cross, but aftersales services might not be ideal. The Skoda Kamiq is the best of the bunch, but the pricing has become prohibitive and aftersales is a bit of a gamble as well.
Yep, and yet they just removed the most affordable one for MY25!!
The best car ever built ....
Really...why?
I don’t agree.
Why would you want a turbo engine over a nat. asperated ? They don't last as long and the govt. collect near to 2 billion dollars a year revenue for speeding. So don't agree with you.
I want to like it, but it is too small and old for me.
I get it.
The Mazda 3 looks better than cx3
And the CX-30 looks better than the 3. Right? 😎
Not sure how the CX3 is a SUV and not just a hatch back.
That’s what the industry (and Mazda) classifies it as.
It used to be more of an SUV, with diesel and AWD available.
Now it’s just petrol FWD.
Mazda and being stuck in 2014, name a more iconic duo
seriously, their design is boring, their interiors are nice but dated, and their engines lack oomph. what happened to the fun Mazda that offered stuff like the Eunos, MPS, SP20, 6 MPS?
they offer the 2.5L Turbo for the Mazda 3 in the US, why does Australia miss out on the good stuff?
I'm, honest to all buggery, completely sick of seeing SUV's everywhere. They're boring, we don't need them, bring back fun cars!
LOL, yep. Well said.
Or the Mazda 2 with 2L as offered in Columbia as the 2024 Mazda2 Grand Touring LX Carbon Edition ... small car, even bigger naturally aspirated engine!! A simple warm hatch! Australia misses out on the cool cars.
Still competitive- yes. Next video
Calling the cx3 a small suv is very generous…. It’s tiny and despite sitting slightly higher than a 2 it’s really nothing a suv really should be.
🤑🤑🤑🤑 OVERPRICED AND OLD SCHOOL 🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑
Yeahhhh
You seem that you don't like the Japanese cars, right.
No, I like Japanese cars. I just don’t like some Japanese cars that are outdated.
It's a Tiny car , and very old design, Mazda cars are all look the same saves a lot of money on design both inside out ........
👍
You too!