BIG TURBO MazdaSpeed 3 Review! The Sketchiest Hot Hatch Ever Sold?
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The hot hatch market was probably the most competitive around 2013. You had the Ford Focus ST make its debut in the United States, the dominant Volkswagen Golf GTI, and the wild MazdaSpeed 3. The Mazdaspeed 3 was always known as the less sophisticated but wild experience compared to the others. It made more power at the time and was notorious for one thing: torque steer. With all of the turbocharged horsepower going to the front wheels the car was already a handful. So what happens when you slap on a Garrett GTX Gen II 3071R and turn it up? Let's go for a drive and find out! Thanks for watching and new uploads every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday!
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Mazda should make something scary again.
they just released for a 2021 Mazda 3 turbo. Making 250hp and 320lbs ft tq. They just aren't selling it as a performance car or under the Mazdaspeed name sadly.
FACTS. Mazda pls
Or at least something exciting. There currently isn't any really exciting Mazda. The only thing which comes close to be exciting in my opinion is the MX-5 / Miata. Which could need at least and engine with 100 hp more. A new Speed 3 would be a nice start.
Funny considering yesterday they unveiled their Mazda 3 Turbo with 250hp, 320lb-ft.
VanShnoo a Miata has never been about power, the og Miata had like 115hp. I don’t think it needs it. The Nd only weighs 2300
This is my car! Thank you TDIB for the chance to come by and for you to drive my MS3! 😁
Full mod list (of important stuff anyway):
-Ramfab 3.5" intake
-CP-E front mount
-VTCS deleted and mildly ported intake manifold
-ATP GTX3071r
-Tial 44mm wastegate with an open dump
-CP-E exhaust manifold
-Turbo XS catless downpipe
-Tial 44mm bypass valve
-3" straight pipe catback
-Corksport+Damond dual catch cans
Tuned by Will@Purple Drank. Running peak of 25psi, maxing out stock fuel system. I have a meth system onboard, but it's acting up currently so it's not being used.
sounds good
Thank you for not getting an ST 🤣
@@4G6Tre I ain't one of them damn sneezy bov, crackle tune havin bois. Plus, I love Mazda and couldn't get another badge. Same car tbh, but
Sick car bro, I’m looking at getting a 2nd gen ms3 sometime soon and maybe even doing a 3 rotor rwd ms3 in the future. I am a Mazda boy for life
Car People: "There's no edge on driving a FWD car, therefore it's not fun"
Also car people: "This car torquesteers so much omg, I can't control it 😭"
Also the massive off throttle slides fast FWDs make when driven hard.
Lol, right on the money there Raider Snake! I currently daily a 2012 Chrysler 200 sedan with the 283hp 3.6 V-6 and 6 speed auto (same as used in the old minivans, Journey, and Promaster vans) and have had one of the turbocharged 4dr hatch Lebanon’s and a 2dr Shadow turbo, so I always get a laugh out of those types. With my 200, there were complaints in ads on TH-cam about the car being over powered. I also was reading on an Allpar thread for the platform where somebody came on there that was looking to replace a mid-90’s Impala SS and was POSITIVE there was a suspension issue with the car because of how it behaved under power.......most of the Shelby-Dodge guys on there like myself just laughed at the guy’s post!
BJoe1976 THATS a weird flex
I have always thought the same thing but you should edit "car people" to "v8 bigot fan boys"
@@GreenJeep1998 Dude.. If I drove a Chrysler 200... I would tell no one. Ever. I suggest you do the same, I can't even take you seriously right now. Talking about minivans and auto transmissions.. Yeezus.
If it can't handle 280 hp through the front wheels, especially as bad as you're making it sound... what a pile... I'd say getting up toward 350 is when you start having a little bit of a problem.. You make it sound like you're liable to go off the road at any second...
If you own one, highly recommend the core sport short shift kit. Never miss a shift again, especially the notorious 2-3 shift
I've got CS short shifter and solid bushings, plus fresh trans fluid. Either my cables are bent or I need a trans mount 😅
As a speed owner I thought I was just bad at shifting 😂 I guess they have quirks?
NicoTheCorgi that was exactly what I thought too🤣
Lol nico same
Ah so third gear is notorious in Speed 3's. That makes me feel better about missing so much. Feels like I've hit a goddamn wall trying to get into third sometimes😂
I remember when these were big like back in 2010ish and all the Subaru boiz were upset that they were slower than a Mazda. I had a Honda so I was playing catch up to everyone back then
Noise Control nobody cares
@Noise Control sure it does buddy
@Noise Control stock* evo and STIs lol
@Noise Control right? Lol my built miata walks damn near everything its came across.. And it didnt cost more than $12k. 😂 Guess not everyone has the knowledge to build cars
Noise Control as cool as that sounds bro. No one asked. And walk you in my teg though.
Yessssssssssss a new review of a speed 3, almost forgotten in the abyss of torque steer😂😂
Long live Mazdaspeed!
Wassup drew! Saw your post on the ms3 group on Facebook about this 😂
Torque steer is what makes you feel alive lol
What are the wheels and tires?
He he, you say "turn" while accelerating, and she says "naw, I wanna go this way"
I have a Mazdaspeed 3 2012 currently building the motor out to around 700 it’s going to take more then a year sadly but when I’m done it would be my ultimate honor to have you review it
I watched a vid of the owner of Z1motorsports, whose 1000 hp Z32 convertible will light up the tires at 100mph and "burn rubber as long as you want."
Your car, when it is done, will do this...with front wheel drive. To say that, in 4th gear and nailing the throttle, would be a handful would be a gross understatement.
I would love to have such an insane car.
@OneAndDone you are correct. Mashing the gas in 4th with a pte 5558 and methanol, spinning at 100mph. Shits crazy lol
How’d it go? :D
I own a 2010 Celestial Blue Mazdaspeed 3 with a few bolt-ons and a tune and it's a fine daily driven car at 300whp. Torque steer isn't really an issue once you get ahold of it's power.
I just bought a 2010 speed3 6 months ago same color and everything! Love my car with all my heart! Like if you have a ms3!
konig flows look great
“Sketchiest hatchback ever sold”
No joke man, the title brought back some great memories that made me laugh
Ive wanted a speed 3 since I got my license in highschool, understandably my parents said no to that idea. Now that ll be out of college soon Ive got my eyes out on a veloster N. It seems like what the MS3 would of become given mazdas luxury/sport route, Rowdy but refined.
I agree very much actually. I haven't driven the N, but it's kinda slotted into the same spot the MS3 was
Only thing I would say having driven a speed 3 for a while is that the Veloster N is nowhere near as rowdy. Way more refined. Less raw.
Dude same! I get out of college in December and David's review of that N pretty much solidified my decision on it.
Can’t go wrong with kdm, the N is a marvel almost considered giving up my 3.8 genesis coupe for one.
@@NathanaelNaused of course its nowhere near the level of the ms3, but if its relative to other hot hatches id say its rowdy, not to mention its factory exhaust
Speeds don't get enough love. I very much enjoy gapping STIs and golf Rs and surprising people 😂
The best is gapping mustang 5.0’s and 392’s from a roll. The look on their face is priceless when I blow by them.
I also love injector seals leaking and constant rust issues, love my car man
@@BoostedFB6 check the corksport seals or overspeed guy on fb it will never leek again
@@BoostedFB6 260,000klms, my MPS is like brand new. Unopened engine, no injector seal issues, no rust. Building a second forged engine just because I can and I don't plan on getting rid of this car any time soon. Even my K04 881 lasted 220,000klms and never blew any smoke, it simply became a little noisy. Upon pulling it out, shaft play was fine.
@@j400206 oh you mean stock 5.0's and 392's
I have a 1st gen Speed3 and owned it for 11yrs now and i still get excited every time I drive it.
I too own speed 3 bought it 13 years now..its my dry weather car 🚗 only..and hope to enjoy it for many years to come, I hope it ll become classic car to take it to car meets
@@raquielcross5757 nice 👍
honestly, mazda makes some sexy hatches so they should def bring back the speed 3. idk i just love the first and sec gen
Everyone in the speed community are so toxic and shit on the 2nd gen. Personally I’d take the 2nd gen any day, way more aesthetically pleasing...
They’re not bringing back the MPS/Speed but have recently said they will sell the new Mazda 3 Hatch with the CX-5 2.5L turbo and AWD. Supposedly will have 250HP. No manual for the US though. Could be a different story in Europe/Australia.
GenPu all day!!
7homas 0wen Mazda isn’t really interested in racing anymore. Furthermore they had quite a few issues with their last foray (the RX-8). I’m not sure they could make a sports car(that’s not the Miata) and make a profit. Though, there isn’t very much competition.
Never going to happen mazda wants to focus more on comfort & luxury side of things.
I own a 2011 Speed 3 and I just love how raw and brutal torque is in this thing... I owned a Mitsubishi GTO Twinturbo and an Airtrek Turbo before my speed3, and I got hooked on the speed immediately after trying a buddy's stock one, and another with 350whp .. torque steer = fun ! haha
I remember first seeing the Mazdaspeed3 and man it's just a cool car!
Hope that Mazda can make another hot hatch like the Mazdaspeed3!
Not in this life time...lol...Mazda does not care to make a Hot Hatch again...They only cater to Tech & Interior Design now.
Penny Copperhatch well I hope they do
Rumor has it they’re going to put a turbo (presumably the 2.5 turbo from the 6,CX5,and CX9) in the Mazda 3 and will supposedly be offered in both the sedan and the hatchback. Only caveat is that it’s supposed to be automatic only, which isn’t a big deal to me but is still disappointing nonetheless 😔
Oh and it’s supposed to be awd as well!
@@normileguy6788 and AWD only so probably no torque steer, not really a rumor anymore either
They should 100% continue making the speed 3. Its such a sick car and i would love to see it come back
I got a 2011 MS3 recently, and ideally feel in love with the first drive. It's a very involved fun car to drive, that just puts a grin on your face. I can't wait to upgrade the turbo, down pipe, and intercooler. About 330 whp is all im looking for.
I regret selling my 08 MS3 everyday. Was such a fun car.
Ah man 09 for me . Miss it lots.
Everyone who gets rid of theirs regrets it lol
Just bought my first one almost identical to the one in the video, I went from not learning how to drive stick at all and this is my first car I'm learning on! They totally should be back Mazdaspeed, if they make it anything like these models they'll just rise to the top again!
Nice I have a ‘07 MS3. Favorite car I’ve ever owned it’s my baby. The newer Corolla hatchback caught my eye too styling is pretty similar
I love my mazdaspeed 3. Owned my first and got rid of it but couldn’t get over it. The car I got into after wasn’t as fun. After 10 months I found a 13’ down the street and I went and traded the car in for it. Had this one since 2015 and I’ll never get rid of it. It’s like that one girl you can just never get over... Lol
Fun tidbit: the 1st Mazda Torque steer queen was the 1988 Mazda MX-6 2.2L Turbo.
Rated at 145hp and 190tq (dyno proven that figure was stock and at the wheels).
The F2T engine was a single cam 12V Factory stroked 2.2(from 2.0) with an IHI VJ11 Turbo.
These engines have been known to push up to 450whp on stock tall block at around 30psi max then it goes kaboom lol.
Very underrated cars and engine.
David It sounds like I need to bring you one of my built first gens 👀
Doo it! Love MS3 content
I just picked up a 2007 MS3. few mods bigger turbo and open down pipe they sound so good. Loving it.
i sometimes miss my little speed3.I had a 2013, the last year they were made, traded it for a 14 mustang gt. The speed3 just wasn't getting the job done for me, and i didn't want to kill the reliability of the car with a bunch of mods. That little car did some amazing things down a nice twisty back road......handles like a go cart!
Even in stock form, i love my MS3. I daily it so i dont want to go crazy with it, but even stock its alot of fun.
DO NOTHING... LEAVE IT STOCK AND RELIABLE
Big turbo bud🤘
At least throw a cold air intake in there. It brings out the turbo sound.
@bkphil89
Exactly...although I do have a set of cpe headers which just makes the ko4 turbo spool a little faster... other than that I’ve done nothing else to it but the required schedule Maintanance.
Just add an injen cold air pipe for sure u ll enjoy the sound and maybe hpfp..but thats it oh and the rear mm thats it thats all nothing else!
I like because you hit limiter 😎👍🏼
I told him to lol. It's savage on the redline
Drew Bond are you the owner? If so, your car is sick!
that torque steer was not a joke, i didn't even have a speed 3 i had an 08 3 Grand Touring hatch and it pulled HARD left when you got on the accelerator - i thought something was wrong with it at one point, but my mechanic said, no that's just the car.
Yup. Has something to do with the super unequal length axles
Drew Bond happy to report that its significantly improved on my ‘14 mz3 sedan :) absolutely love driving it.
Just the right amount of rowdy! I dig it. Always appreciate a good speed3
Only in the US was the interior of the second generation speed 3 the same as the SP25. In other markets there were a number of differences, from seat trim specification to instrument cluster color and type, to the removal of the bland silver trims for something a little more appealing. I believe there was also differences in equipment levels - In my country the MPS came with an auto dipping rear view mirror which I don't think the US got. Overall, the only items really shared between the standard Mazda 3 and the Speed 3/MPS is the chassis (with significant stiffening in the case of the Speed 3/MPS), the headlining, the dash crash pad and certain audio/HVAC items. Everything else is different with a different part number.
Love the reviews keep it up bro
I have A LOT coming don’t worry!
@CoDGplays When did I ever say in this video it was a bad car?
@CoDGplays I can confirm, David had a huge smile on his face the whole review off-camera 😂
I love the speed 3. I want to rebuild a wrecked one on my channel
Look in junkyards new Roanoke VA and you might find a super clean one with 85k miles and a fresh timing chain... It was mine and a tree fell on it. Wouldn't be salvage if it wasn't for the roof or a small spot on the a pillar
@@williamturbyfill6250 boi, you live in my city 👀
That's what I did with mine(minus the youtube lol). If you got to IAAI and the like you can find a whole bunch of em if you get lucky you can grab one with mostly just body damage for cheap. I stuck it out and managed to get mine for around 2k including auction fees and tow.
I love my speed 3! I think it’s time to drive a speed 6 with actual mods and review that also
I miss mine terribly. My friends with v8 rear wheel drives would consistently get scared when I let them drive and didn't give a heads up. Damn it, now I want another.
I have a 2013 with 108k miles…drives better everyday!
Cant wait till this one i found hopefully comes through!!
'09 with bunch of bolt on's, cobb acessport, tuned, and i think a better turbo too, plus all the original parts, oh and coilover suspension with better bushings and more etc!
$4800, just hoping i dont find some problems!!
@@WonkaBiz I'm looking at buying one as my first hot hatch, any tips?
just watching someone driving a car and the smile never leaves his face ... you know that it is a great car.... fuck track times, power figures etc etc,,, smiles per gallons is what drives my hearth...
Ah reminds me of the time I torque steered completely out of my lane with a full car at 75 mph on the interstate. I don't exactly miss this car. It was fun while I was younger, but that's it.
Its always fun to see another speed.
I've owned 2 mazdaspeed6's, two mazdaspeed proteges and one speed3.
You could say I'm a fan lol
You need to get a Mazdaspeed Miata! Those are the most rare. I've seen all those other speeds in person but never the Miata. I own a Speed 6.
@@SI0AX I've been looking for one. Looking for one under 50k miles
Now you can graduate to a 323/protege with a BP-T 😈💪
@@Andy-Andeee at some point i want a 323 GTX. Need me that AWD 90's feeling.
@@CoochieKissKing unfortunately the trans are pretty weak,BUT, st05 Celica AWD trans have been mated to the BP turbo engine in it.
323 sweet trims in ascending order, GTX , GTR and GT-ae
Mine is a gen 1 cosmic blue pearl. It's an amazing color. Thought it wasn't great in the pics. Then I saw it in person and absolutely fell in love with the color!
I owned a 2012 Speeed3 and daily drove it. I loved it. The torque steer was never unmanageable. The car was reliable and fun every time I drove it. I could only floor it for a second or 2 before I was speeding. It was nuts.
Been having my 13' Speed3 for 4 years. Only issue I've gotten with this car is my horn going out. My extended Warranty covered that though. Love this car!
Mazdaspeed shall never die, it has too much history under its belt and tons of love around the world for it to be dormant, and should have more recognition. 💯
I daily my gen 1 speed 3 then I watched this video and said yo myself "damn I want to go drive it"
My 2012 is about to hit 100k miles with Full bolt one and e85. Hasn’t let me down once! I loved it
Mazdaspeeds are awesome man. It's a semi-closed deck so there's PLENTY of room for more power with better internals. The general consensus is the stock internals can handle 400whp, which for a daily is a lot of fun.
It's not semi closed, it's closed deck. You don't even need to touch the block itself till like 600hp 👀 then it's just putting in sleeves
@ a Drew
This I believe because tuned @ Nishan is pushing the stock block to damn’er 500 bhp with some of his custom tunes.
My mom bought the turquoise blue 2.5 sedan back in 2010. It has 195,000 miles on it, I love driving it because the steering is direct and heavy. It does get a little sketchy over 80mph though, i think it needs new wheel bearings and ball joints.
Not gonna lie, I appreciate how genuine and positive your videos and work is. Keep it up man
I was waiting for this to be released after seeing it get posted in the group pages
It's yaboi
Damn, I messaged a guy 4 hours before this came out to go test drive one that I’ll probably be purchasing tomorrow if it all checks out
Do it, no regrets in buying mine a few months ago man! A few light mods and you can be at about 270whp and then a tune and you'll be at 300whp easy
@@cameronbell8791 fr just got mine a couple months ago with a bigger tunrbo full exhaust proper cold air etc for 10 900 and its got 67k miles nicest car ive ever owned
Finally some Mazdaspeed content
I still think your review of the Big Turbo Elantra Sport is amazing. This car lead to the development of it. I purchased one mid July and I love driving it everyday. MS3 was my dream beforehand.
day 10 of asking david to do a review on a Volvo S60R.
Those things lowkey maaaaad rowdy
I have driven both generations of speed 3. at the time I was 5'10 and 160 lbs give or take. I never once questioned the torque steer or though it was anything other than fun to floor it and have the car try to yank the wheel away for a split second.
Mazda just recently announced new Turbo Mazda 3 making 250hp, 310lb ft torque and will be awd. Cool video btw
American Nurburgring it will be auto transmission only.
Yeah, it’s not meant to be any sort of a performance based car either. It’ll just be like every other car
Driving a speed 3 is a blast. @thatdudeinblue. I fell in love with this hot hatch because of your Gen1 review.
Mazdaspeed is a performance bargain and very funny!😍 With a little mods it scaries the newer hatches.
I actually drive a 1st gen and I’m looking to get a second gen I love these cars I’ve owned mine for 5years! And I probably will never sell it
I had an 08 MS3 that I built out with the exception of the internals and turbo (kind of... I rebuilt a stock one I picked up). Sold it in 2011 and have regretted it every day since... *single man tear & sniffle*
I love how this channel shows me and other people how you don’t need a 1000+hp lambo or Supra to have a huge amount of fun!
and white looks great too because from far away it looks white but when you get up close it looks like an offshade white pearl the white on that car is beautiful i would know i have a 2012 mazdaspeed 3 too bad u cant upload pics here lol
I daily drive a 2011 Mazda CX-7 2.5L NON turbo model. I just hit 253K miles. Still drives very good and just as reliable as when I bought it(Lease return with 36K).
Every time I have considered parting ways with my CX-7, I want to specifically go to a Mazdaspeed 3. I have had the chance to go for a few rides in these and boy are they fast, fun and very nice looking. In the meantime I just practice and pretend when I’m my CX-7!
I am a MK7 GTI owner, and I agree David, the Veloster N, from the factory, is a much funner drive. BUT, when i comes to tuning capabilities, the Veloster N cannot keep up with the capabilities of the MK7 GTI. That is not my opinion. That is a fact, and there are plentiful amounts of videos proving this. The MK7 GTI is currently the hot hatch king when it comes to tuning. Beats the Veloster N, beats the Focus RS, beats the CTR. Nothing can compete.
They just announced yesterday the new one will be turbo awd
It's just a Mazda 3 not a variat of the speed3 sadly.
Since Mazdas trying to move up into a little more of a premium market, going after A3s and the like, sadly the new turbo awd 3 will be autotragic
Yeah and not sold with a manual trans :(
Hopefully they do another new dedicated "Mazdaspeed" model but looking pretty bleak since the split from Ford :'(
Sadly only making 180KW 🥺.
My first performance car was a gen 2 speed 3. I dont understand the torquesteer hate honestly, that car was the most fun I have had daily full stop. I named her Betty boop with all the spunk she had haha. I miss her so much, I was running 21 psi of boost through that little ko4 when she blew, what a car still my favorite daily driver. Much more fun on the city streets than my 370z, I have considered going back on more than a handful of occasions.
I need to pick one of these things up
Make sure to keep an eye on the oil level and the timing chain, that's the achilles heel of the MZR 2.3L
@@angellibran868 yea I've been doing my research for about a year now, just haven't had the money to get one. Its hard to find a decent one with lowish miles where im at.
Austin T. It may be worth going a few states over for a good deal.
I have a rebuilt title speed3 with a built motor and stock turbo and full bolt ons. Ive put over 80k on it and its still one of the most fun cars ive ever driven and got it for a great price.
I owned a 13 for almost 6 years. Bought it when it was a year old. Only had about 56K on it and the AC compressor was breaking apart. Sold it because I didn't want to put the money in to fix it. So be mindful of that as well.
You forgot about the front mounted inctercooler and cold air intake AND HPFP
ohh btw the masdaspeed Disi engine was built in a joint effort with ford which later became the eco boost thats why they are so commonly compared
They're so common, some 2.3 Ecoboost parts bolt right up. Oil pump and crankshaft come to mind
@@flameninja00 your absolutely right although they didnt release any official nmbers ythe gyuesstimation is that mazda made 5000 a year for the 4 yr second gen so theres prlly about 17 18 k left after the crashed ones lol
My neighbor has one of these with a built motor I think.
I have a gray 2010 speed 3. I hear ya on the color but also kinda like that it’s less flashy and more of a sleeper that goes under the radar. Also, not a huge fan of that ricey-sounding exhaust. Personally I prefer the deeper rumble in the Corksport cat-back that’s on mine (also i live in California... so forget downpipe mods). Regardless, this is a great review and that red speed3 is an amazing build.
The sound difference is caused by the exhaust manifold not the cat back. This car is running an equal length manifold, vs your stock manifolds very unequal length
Driveitsideways 1 yeah that makes sense. Probably good for performance but prefer the unequal length headers. Same thing with the subbie engines.
I have a big turbo speed3 with a 3076 turbo. Love it! Also built motor.
I finally got me a 2010 speed 3 a couple of days ago. I’m loving this car. Thank you for the video.
I had a gen 1 in college, after having a 3v GT. It’s the car that converted me to tuner cars😎 10+ japanese/ euro cars since then
You keep comparing the speed 3 and the focus st, I know they’re both fwd but doesn’t the speed 3 share a way more similar motor with the focus rs? The rs has a 2.3 and the st has a 2.0 if I’m not mistaken
my rear motor mount fixed the torque steer back in 2010
Solid RMM and Damond PMM
Love my ms3 so much fun to work on and drive
It wasn't a rival hamie, it was the precursor. The ms3 walked so that the st could jog and then get gapped by the speed3
See I've upgraded my motor mounts to the Corksport Stage 2 Rmm and Corksport Pmm. Car feels so much more responsive and rarely torque steers. Would highly recommend!
I love my Speed 3. Personally prefer the MK1's due to them being more of a sleeper and imo they look better. Just need to get round to getting new wheels and tyres and a big brake kit to make it a little less sketch around the Twisties. Once that's done it's time for a big turbo.
I think golfs are one of the most hideous hot hatches. Best looking one is between the WRX and Speed3 for me. The Ford ST comes 3rd.
Sergio My issue with golfs, atleast newer golfs. Is just how BORING they have become. I get that they are that way to be accessible but my god they are dull. A friend of mine owns a manual Golf R and it just made me feel so disconnected from the road. I've even driven a stage 3 dsg one which I believe had about 500hp and even that was dull. They're quick don't get me wrong but I'll take my Speed 3 that has had the SWAS sensor disconnected and genuinely feels like it's trying to kill me over most of today's Hot hatches
Had one. A 2007. Torque steer was fixed with a couple mods. But the shifter sucked, even with full Damond engine mounts and Corksport short shifter.
As a first gen speed3 owner I still love the second gen look! I think they appeal differently, first gen is way more subtle and stealthy, while second gen is more fun and in your face
Having owned a 2nd gen from new for 8 years, Had it tweaked to about 300 WHP with all bolt ons, proper suspension and proper motor mounts (75/80 duro) , There was nothing sketchy about the car. The torque steer you build up a tolerance to knowing what it will do before it does it. I tracked it for a while as well. Had the TWM short shifter and the complete replacement unit in the console, and never had shifting issues. It blew peoples mind at the track, because they didn't really know what it was. The problem with the big turbo is that the more power they made, the less reliable they became. I know of 3 cars with big turbos and extensive internal work that all failed with relatively low mileage. I miss the car but I have moved on
I did a tunnel run in my buddy’s Speed3 with 380 wheel and it pulled me all over the road. I thought I was going to hit the wall.
That’s way too much imo, 320-350 with good tires is the sweet spot
1st gen will aways be the best. 2nd Gen got more finicky and goofy/cartoony. It had 2 wings, massive scoop and a giant grin. Even the North American Mazda president said it was too immature and that's why they won't build another
#1 love the speed platform
I had the top spec 2.0 non turbo model and being able to scare my friends in our late teens (many years ago) these cars were great fun
Mazda did announce a 2021 Mazda3 turbocharged. But it will be only automatic. It will be AWD, but that’s going add some weight. Sounds like power estimates are 220-250. With the extra 300-400 pounds not sure how much of an upgrade it will be. But glad they finally got a turbo back in the 3 at least. // Now they just need to take the next step and Speed3 it
5:10 i have the same gen 2, color and probably same mods (minus big turbo). when i let my friends try it out i WARN THEM. They never listen and its fun to watch them freak out from the wheel having a mind of its own. Always gives me a laugh. I live in VA as well and i think i see this one in my area. ill have to catch up to him if i see him again and ask if this is his car.
THANK YOU, I've been waiting for more reviews of these cars.
Heavily considered this car, but picking up a MK7 GTI Sport with the LSD and bigger R brakes tomorrow
I have a 2017 GTI and I have a 07 MS3. I absolutely love my GTI. Such a great car
Make sure to check the coolant because the water pump is prone to leaking, its made of plastic. You might wanna check the oil pan too for damage, also made of plastic and unshielded. You cant check for carbon buildup around the intake valves easily but keep that in mind too.
I love the dent in the rear quarter panel. Authenticity at its best !! 👍
I love my speed 3 when it’s running lol. if they brought one back tho it would have to live up to the speed 3 name. Great platform if you built them right :)
Mazda is just a great car. From interior to the mechanics, it’s a fun ride. Ive owned 3 vehicles in my life, a 2006 Ford Escape and 2 Mazda 3s (04 & 08). With the exception of a truck, I don’t see myself buying another brand for my daily driver. Great cars 👍
I wish I was closer to you as it would be an honor for you to review my 700+awhp Mazdaspeed6. Built for the street and track with self built Bilstein coilovers, a GTX3584R turbo and big brakes!
You’ll have to revisit the platform at some point! Find one Making around 500whp like mine, and see how it fairs in your opinion against other fwd cars like maybe built Hondas. If you’re ever in Chicago area and interested in trying out a built speed 3 with aux fueling reach out to me! Love your videos been keeping up w you for a long time. Glad you speak pretty highly of these cars.
They already officially announced a follow-up car, BUT sadly, it won't be a "speed 3". Apparently, they think the Speed3 is too childish, so they are making an AWD Mazda3 Turbo with like 250HP and 320lb/ft of torque, which would be AWESOME, except it's automatic only :/
But for people who would've otherwise gotten a WRX CVT or lament the cancellation of the WRX Hatchback, the Mazda3 Turbo will be their new choice (Watch out Subaru, either put a real auto in the WRX or give us the hatch back!)
Looks and sounds like loads of fun! Definitely a great color, too!
Had a Gen 1 now own a Gen 2. Yup, you always have to bring your A game before you mash the throttle. Love em!
I'm looking at buying one as my first hot hatch, any tips?
@@j.a.g.8689 It really all depends on the character of the drive you are looking for. I hear the focus ST is a nice ride with great power. I'm kinda biased with the Mazdas though lol.
I love my speed 3. It’s fun af.
Aye, my Speed3 has the same wheels!
Speeds are really overlooked. I have a BT 2010 MS3, and no one wants to play with it. When I had my 95 TransAm, every kid in their dad's BMW wanted to line up. That's despite the fact I've built my MS3 that it could smoke my old TA on a 150 wet shot like it was parked.
Mazda just released a new Mazda3 with similar power and AWD, but it’s Auto ONLY.
If they can tune that engine up a tad bit more, put a manual in it and a few suspension updates it would compete with the Veloster N and STI easy.
Love how the B-Roll shows off the giant dent.