I like the 2025 Mazda 3 but I believe it should have more features for it's price point. Something like electric rear folding seats and on the hatch would also be nice.
I belive the reason for its price is also because of the quality used in this car except the piano black but there isnt another car in this segment at this price point who does it much better
Nice, thoughtful review. I just might get one! (But know that it’s a 5 and not a 6-passenger vehicle. Who cares if the middle of the rear seat is not passenger friendly.)
I have a CX5 that I bought back in April and while I do like it, I do not like driving an SUV as much as I thought I would. I'm looking for something smaller and much more nimble. Highly considering the 3.
honestly i feel like they should have put an 8 speed sky active transmision on this model year this would help with performance and efficiency of the car frankly speaking the car still looks great both interior and exterior wise and with wireless apple car and android auto its still a fresh looking car but the tranny is really where its kind of lacking.
@@frankbommarito3647Mazda has one of the best Bose systems out of any brand. You clearly haven’t experienced it first hand. It’s rated up there with brands like Mercedes and rolls Royce and their sound systems.
What about driver visibility? I'm considering getting one (6-speed manual) but have read about the limited visibility issue due to the hatchback area design.
i have a 2025 MT hatch. i keep hearing reviews about the limited visibility.. you have a rearview mirror, two side mirrors, blind spot warning, reverse camera, reverse cross traffic warning. if you hit something then you are not looking and or paying attention. its a great car buy one.
I just got the preferred Trim ( no wireless charging, FWD traction, no heated seats, well I am in Florida) . Visibility is fine if u like driving low or mid-height , can not compare to SUV visibility. Looking backwards on merge,.turning.it is all right. Progressive efficient acceleration and breakage. Extremelly comfortable for driver, if you have family better see other options for rear a/c / usb port and middle seat. No issues with lane , blind spot highways. The all dark roof is a nice touch.
I test drove a 6-speed manual last year and loved it. I wasn't bothered by the rear visibility at all. I'm 5.3" and short-waisted and drove on side-roads and major highways and was fine with the drive and visibility. I decided to get a CX-30 instead because although I love manuals, I'm older and wanted an automatic.
To be honest the road noise wasn't bad enough for it to stand out for me and say it's crazy bad. It does have road noise on the line of other vehicles. I might actually get a decibel reader for future videos
I love the exterior so much, but the interior just ruined it for me, that middle hump reducing the car to a 4 passenger including the limited height space in the back, the lack of ports on the back as well as AC vents, the lack of customization on the dash, just everything feels poor. the things I do enjoy, the exterior, the buttons on the console, and the look of the doors. Im hoping later models improve on this cause it is a very good-looking car on the exterior and that trunk space is amazing as well
You probably know but Mazda does make a Sedan version of this vehicle. I'm planning to do a video on it soon. I'm assuming most is the same but rear space might be better because no sloping roof. Don't quote me on that tho
Lacking honestly. This is 15k more than my base model 2016 Mazda 3 hatch (20k when I bought it) and this looks barely better and that infotainment looks worse. Def won’t be upgrading to another Mazda.
If you want an AWD hatchback, your best option is gonna be the Subaru Impreza. It is cheaper, has roughly the same storage space, and has a lot more rear headroom than the M3 or Corolla. My only big gripe with it is the lack of a spare tire. Also, the lowest trim doesn't have rear cup holders, but you can get a higher trim for cheaper than the base FWD M3. The Impreza is easily the best budget hatchback.
An introvert's dream car-making people at the back intentionally umcomfortable
We should bring back 2-door hatchbacks.
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Thanks for your review. It helped me a lot and it is entertaining.
I like the 2025 Mazda 3 but I believe it should have more features for it's price point. Something like electric rear folding seats and on the hatch would also be nice.
I agree. All id want is cooled seats and vents in the rear for the price. Either than that i think its a solid choice.
I belive the reason for its price is also because of the quality used in this car except the piano black but there isnt another car in this segment at this price point who does it much better
Nice, thoughtful review. I just might get one! (But know that it’s a 5 and not a 6-passenger vehicle. Who cares if the middle of the rear seat is not passenger friendly.)
I have the 2020. Nothing really has changed besides the black rims. Great 🛞 though
I have a CX5 that I bought back in April and while I do like it, I do not like driving an SUV as much as I thought I would. I'm looking for something smaller and much more nimble. Highly considering the 3.
honestly i feel like they should have put an 8 speed sky active transmision on this model year this would help with performance and efficiency of the car frankly speaking the car still looks great both interior and exterior wise and with wireless apple car and android auto its still a fresh looking car but the tranny is really where its kind of lacking.
Me having to spend 35k to get the Bose sound system is ridiculous.
Used 21-23 is best for price. They had Bose back then regardless if it was a lower trim.
@@michaels4640 Didn't know that, thanks!
Bose is garbage anyway
@@frankbommarito3647No is not! My Mazda 3 2018 GT has a Bose sound system and is actually very , very good! 😊
@@frankbommarito3647Mazda has one of the best Bose systems out of any brand. You clearly haven’t experienced it first hand. It’s rated up there with brands like Mercedes and rolls Royce and their sound systems.
Thanks for the review. Very excited to see and personally test drive the car In sanfrancisco Bay Area …
No way I’m putting a license plate on the front of my car if I bought it. That’s one car that it really ruins the front end for sure!
Rear windows lock button at the bottom I'm pretty sure. I got then sedan version
What about driver visibility? I'm considering getting one (6-speed manual) but have read about the limited visibility issue due to the hatchback area design.
I just use the radar or whatever it's called. It's fine once you get used to it.
i have a 2025 MT hatch. i keep hearing reviews about the limited visibility.. you have a rearview mirror, two side mirrors, blind spot warning, reverse camera, reverse cross traffic warning. if you hit something then you are not looking and or paying attention. its a great car buy one.
I just got the preferred Trim ( no wireless charging, FWD traction, no heated seats, well I am in Florida) . Visibility is fine if u like driving low or mid-height , can not compare to SUV visibility. Looking backwards on merge,.turning.it is all right. Progressive efficient acceleration and breakage. Extremelly comfortable for driver, if you have family better see other options for rear a/c / usb port and middle seat. No issues with lane , blind spot highways. The all dark roof is a nice touch.
I test drove a 6-speed manual last year and loved it. I wasn't bothered by the rear visibility at all. I'm 5.3" and short-waisted and drove on side-roads and major highways and was fine with the drive and visibility. I decided to get a CX-30 instead because although I love manuals, I'm older and wanted an automatic.
what about road noise? I had a Mazda CX5. love the driving aspect. however the road noise was too much for me.
To be honest the road noise wasn't bad enough for it to stand out for me and say it's crazy bad. It does have road noise on the line of other vehicles. I might actually get a decibel reader for future videos
@@executiveauto good idea - should have mentioned that about road noise
Nothing can beat the insane road noise of the new Toyota corollas , that’s number 1 for noise. Test drive one of those 😅😅😅
No fog lights? My 2018 Mazda 3 GT hatchback haz fog lights and it haz a better looking front facia! 😊
Too expensive for what it is. Going used is better for value.
I love the exterior so much, but the interior just ruined it for me, that middle hump reducing the car to a 4 passenger including the limited height space in the back, the lack of ports on the back as well as AC vents, the lack of customization on the dash, just everything feels poor. the things I do enjoy, the exterior, the buttons on the console, and the look of the doors. Im hoping later models improve on this cause it is a very good-looking car on the exterior and that trunk space is amazing as well
You probably know but Mazda does make a Sedan version of this vehicle. I'm planning to do a video on it soon. I'm assuming most is the same but rear space might be better because no sloping roof. Don't quote me on that tho
this where mazda doesn’t get it for 32k your better off buying a CX5….
The car is made for young people not familiar with.I got my in black color and saving gas a lot
Man this car in Canada is almost 40k oof. I say no.
Lacking honestly. This is 15k more than my base model 2016 Mazda 3 hatch (20k when I bought it) and this looks barely better and that infotainment looks worse. Def won’t be upgrading to another Mazda.
Yeah, my 2010 I just picked up has the Android radio which is so cool - like my phone but 10" AND backup camera .
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No, I picked up a 2010 for $5000 US dollars. Perfectly happy with it - no payments. $30K for a car is insane! I do like it though.
Too expensive for what it is! Backseat is for no one!!
If you want an AWD hatchback, your best option is gonna be the Subaru Impreza. It is cheaper, has roughly the same storage space, and has a lot more rear headroom than the M3 or Corolla. My only big gripe with it is the lack of a spare tire. Also, the lowest trim doesn't have rear cup holders, but you can get a higher trim for cheaper than the base FWD M3. The Impreza is easily the best budget hatchback.