I work at a Volkswagen and Mazda dealership and I’d say it’s pretty hard to get a hold of a Mazda3. We’ve only gotten a handful in the past few months. If you want a car that’s easy to find, try looking for a Volkswagen Tiguan. Every lot will have at least 5.
Great video, as always. I love the fast pace of the presentation. You provide a LOT of information per minute. Great job! Plus the pricing is interesting. I love manual transmissions and was happy to learn about the Mazda.
Great review Mark.. very informative, as I thought that the new car/truck market was still toast. And we're still playing hockey here in Seattle err Edmonton. 🤣
Great job mixing it up! One vehicle surprised me - the Ram 1500. Beautiful well appointed trucks, but they are known to rust very quickly - or have they improved?
Well said! Yes rust has been an issue on these trucks and are likely still a bit of an issue,. Southern states do not see these issues, but Canada, oh yea.
@@ECPP Mark , I sometimes think people don't realize the effort and work you put into your reviews , keep up the great work . BTW still loving my Ftype R , the car is a definate keeper ! I just wish we would start getting some decent warm weather so the top could come down , a lot of rain here also . Regards to you and family! Chris
Hi Mark. Another great video. Is the MB 300 a vehicle / engine that can be purchased and held for many years w/ reliability and not the high costs of engine repairs that you speak about often w/ BMW & Mercedes purchases ??
OMG fantastic video again These picks are very exciting Bless you for showing us these new cars 🚘 This video is smoking hot 🥵 10 out of 5 stars ✨ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Best wishes my man always from Las Vegas Craig Bravo 👏🏻
Mark your design descriptions are so so good you let us appreciate the nuances between these vehicles and they’re different models Your on fire 🔥 keep it up 👍
Great video Mark, although some of these vehicles are still quite expensive with marginal reliability in some cases (Alfa Romeo). But a couple of great values for the average consumer with limited means (Mazda, Toyota).
Brother, the mazda3 is 186 hp base and the turbo is 250 with 350 pounds of torque on premium. Also the transmission is a 6 speed auto but you can get a 6mt. Love the vids .peace!
Your comments about the cars' styling reminds me of car commercials of the 1950s...although styling does affect how many car buyers make their choice...
I just got my first BMW - X5 45e with the B58 straight 6. Super stoked to have that engine in a later X5 year with the bugs worked out. Now I just have to stop driving around on all electric and enjoy sport mode more!
Not on your list (or mine) as these are all ICE, but I just asked an older couple in the grocery store PL how they like their new VW ID.4. They said they needed a new car and weren't looking for an EV, but they walked into the nearby dealership, and there it was ready to buy & drive. No idea how much they paid, and perhaps their lifestyle is well-suited to EV charging, but they said they've had no problems and love it. So something to think about as an option, and though I'm not looking for another car now myself (EV or no), this one has clean lines, int. & ext. look elegant & simple.
My buddy has a standard 2020 mazda 3. That think is a f'ing rocket of a little car. Smashing on ramps at high speeds, corners at 45kmh. Oh goodness. The car just it haha
I am looking at the XT5 and the RX 350. I like them both but know Lexus is more reliable than Cadillac. What I haven't decided on is this: I can only afford around 30K so it looks like, from all my research on my local car lots, that I can get a 2019 XT5 but only a 2017 RX 350 and they usually have kinda high mileage. What would you suggest?
Unfortunately with gas prices at $6.39/ gallon in Scottsdale, AZ , small compact cars are the way to go. Ditched my 2020 M4 Competition for a gas frugal 2022 330i which has been returning 40 mpg on the highway. Wife traded in her 2021 BMW X4M Competition gas guzzler for a 2021 Mercedes C300 coupe. Beautiful car getting 30 mpg highway. I believe pickup’s and SUVs are being traded for economic, gas frugal compacts.
@@isaachunt5799 or lease and yes, I agree. My car is inline 6 and gets ok gas mileage for a fast car. I dislike turbos in most cars due to lag and high repair costs.
@@ECPP 2018 diesel hyundai. we loved that car. but the warranty was ending soon and owning a car here in sweden without a proper warranty is madness with dealers charging 500 usd an hour labour. we bought a small suv kia now.will do us untill we retire.
Desperate times call for desperate measures, so why not an Alpha Romeo? Better than waiting a year for an equally 'reliable' Ford Bronco base model at $70K.
For me I'm allergic to toyotas and lexuses and old cheap used crap cars 😄 🤣 😂. But for me I would choose with Hondas and mazdas. Cause they are decent cars for me and looks fun to drive the mazda 3 sedan and CX-30 would be better choice my opinion. And Hondas accord and civic and pilot
I like your videos I watch all the time, but if I was you I would take out the “yard ape” comment out of the video, people these days will sware up and down your using racial slurs, I can’t stand this so called woke society!
Very interesting mix of design, reliability, budget. Thanks, Mark!
Thank you very much. Yes it’s a little bit for everyone.
I work at a Volkswagen and Mazda dealership and I’d say it’s pretty hard to get a hold of a Mazda3. We’ve only gotten a handful in the past few months.
If you want a car that’s easy to find, try looking for a Volkswagen Tiguan. Every lot will have at least 5.
how reliable are Tiguans?
I really appreciate the fact that you talk about reliability as well as the more commons issues for each models. Very few car reviewers do that.
Thank you very much for watching
Dhamm I didn’t know that nugget of information Thanks for sharing 🇨🇦 have a great weekend 🍺
Thank you again for the support. You also have a wonderful weekend.
Just started watching you. I guess if you couldn't get into movies like your brother, Tom, this is the next best thing. Keep up the good work!
Haha, thank you very much for the support
Great video, as always. I love the fast pace of the presentation. You provide a LOT of information per minute. Great job! Plus the pricing is interesting. I love manual transmissions and was happy to learn about the Mazda.
Much appreciated!
Thanks Mark. Always enjoy your videos.
Thanks 👍
Great review Mark.. very informative, as I thought that the new car/truck market was still toast.
And we're still playing hockey here in Seattle err Edmonton. 🤣
Haha, exactly true Thomas. Hockey will live on regardless of the silliness that goes on such as Feds and their agendas.
Great job mixing it up! One vehicle surprised me - the Ram 1500. Beautiful well appointed trucks, but they are known to rust very quickly - or have they improved?
Well said! Yes rust has been an issue on these trucks and are likely still a bit of an issue,. Southern states do not see these issues, but Canada, oh yea.
BMW 340...a royal elite daily driver..330 second..and this is amongst all cars. The Audi S3 is also in my top 5.
Fabulous Edification!!! Thanks!!!
Thank you
@@ECPP You’re welcome.
Nice list Mark. Surprised you did not mention the Honda Civic including the Si.
Thanks a lot and yes there are some Hondas that could make the list
Mark , again you've hit it out of the park , great review ,always love your honesty .
Cheers ! Chris .
Thank you very much Chris, much appreciated. Hope you are keeping well. Anything new?
@@ECPP
Mark , I sometimes think people don't realize the effort and work you put into your reviews , keep up the great work .
BTW still loving my Ftype R , the car is a definate keeper ! I just wish we would start getting some decent warm weather so the top could come down , a lot of rain here also .
Regards to you and family!
Chris
Great video 👍
Love the look of new Mazdas, very stylish cars.
Hi Mark. Another great video. Is the MB 300 a vehicle / engine that can be purchased and held for many years w/ reliability and not the high costs of engine repairs that you speak about often w/ BMW & Mercedes purchases ??
Great, pithy presentation, not loaded with unecessary verbiage just sensible facts. Breath of fresh air, if you ask me.
I went to the Lexus dealer last week and they had two RC 350 F Sport in the showroom just waiting to be purchased. I drove off with a Blue one.
Very nice
Very nice! How is it?
Lexus really needs to provide us with a manual transmission option in the IS and SC models. That would be lots of fun!
Absolutely that would be a great option.
@@ECPP definitely they have one in the Supra so can use similar modded transmission 6 speed in IS/SC models.
Boom Pow Zing.Another useful videoKeep up the good work.
Haha, thanks. Have a great weekend
OMG fantastic video again
These picks are very exciting
Bless you for showing us these new cars 🚘
This video is smoking hot 🥵
10 out of 5 stars ✨
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Best wishes my man always from Las Vegas Craig
Bravo 👏🏻
Mark your design descriptions are so so good you let us appreciate the nuances between these vehicles and they’re different models
Your on fire 🔥 keep it up 👍
Thank you very much Craig. Have a great weekend.
Great video Mark, although some of these vehicles are still quite expensive with marginal reliability in some cases (Alfa Romeo). But a couple of great values for the average consumer with limited means (Mazda, Toyota).
Thanks for sharing, yes a little bit for everyone. Hope it helps. Have a great weekend.
Brother, the mazda3 is 186 hp base and the turbo is 250 with 350 pounds of torque on premium. Also the transmission is a 6 speed auto but you can get a 6mt. Love the vids .peace!
Cheers. Have a great weekend
@@ECPP and you as well. Love the content 👌
In canadian market the base has a 2 litre engine with 155hp and the midrange is 2.5 litre with 186hp
250hp with premium gas, and 320 lb feet of torque, thats my current 🚘
WOW 1st class very kool great info.,, AAAAAAAAAAA++++++++++++ again great video I liked it a lot ,keep up the great work.
Cheers
Your comments about the cars' styling reminds me of car commercials of the 1950s...although styling does affect how many car buyers make their choice...
I just got my first BMW - X5 45e with the B58 straight 6. Super stoked to have that engine in a later X5 year with the bugs worked out. Now I just have to stop driving around on all electric and enjoy sport mode more!
Glad to see this list. Not everything is doom and gloom when it comes to car shoping.
Absolutely right. We, as consumers, just need to be a bit more strategic in the buying experience. Have a great weekend.
@@ECPP Thanks Mark, you as well.
The Lexus IS 350 is the car that I'm going for. Beautiful exterior and nice interior with amazing specs
Not on your list (or mine) as these are all ICE, but I just asked an older couple in the grocery store PL how they like their new VW ID.4. They said they needed a new car and weren't looking for an EV, but they walked into the nearby dealership, and there it was ready to buy & drive. No idea how much they paid, and perhaps their lifestyle is well-suited to EV charging, but they said they've had no problems and love it. So something to think about as an option, and though I'm not looking for another car now myself (EV or no), this one has clean lines, int. & ext. look elegant & simple.
You bet
What good is 280 hp if it is always in the shop or on the side of the road waiting for a tow truck
Just discovered your channel......now I'm watching way too many videos 📹.
The new IS still has the infotainment touchpad? Thought they got rid of those...
Cheers
You say: "Life is too short to drive boring cars."
I say: "Life is too dry to have boring wife."
Thanks
My buddy has a standard 2020 mazda 3. That think is a f'ing rocket of a little car. Smashing on ramps at high speeds, corners at 45kmh. Oh goodness. The car just it haha
Very nice and cool cars
I am looking at the XT5 and the RX 350. I like them both but know Lexus is more reliable than Cadillac. What I haven't decided on is this: I can only afford around 30K so it looks like, from all my research on my local car lots, that I can get a 2019 XT5 but only a 2017 RX 350 and they usually have kinda high mileage. What would you suggest?
Just watch the xt5 has the 3.6 engine, not the best reliability
nice run down, did you do it in one take ;)
Lots of shots and edits. Much time to go through it but really worth every minute.
@@ECPP It was a great video for anyone sitting on the fence buddy!
I swear that's oldet Subaru BRZ headlights on tha Alf Romeo..
Maybe
Should make a vid on the new sports cars coming out
You bet
The all-new, 2022 Lexus IS 350 AWD looks hideous to me, but the all-new, 2022 Subaru Forester looks way better and a lot global.
Cheers
Bruh you said lexus is ONLY $55k starting, how is that in the range of being affordable especially in this market.
Ram for $38,000? Are you sure you're not mistaken with the Ram Classic?
Most reliability/longevity, I'll take door #1 lol.
haha
A shame that Mercedes has no V8 powered AMG cars in the USA currently available for sale. I'd love a C63 AMG V8 car.
For sure, turbo 4s instead of V8s, it cool.
Unfortunately with gas prices at $6.39/ gallon in Scottsdale, AZ , small compact cars are the way to go. Ditched my 2020 M4 Competition for a gas frugal 2022 330i which has been returning 40 mpg on the highway. Wife traded in her 2021 BMW X4M Competition gas guzzler for a 2021 Mercedes C300 coupe. Beautiful car getting 30 mpg highway. I believe pickup’s and SUVs are being traded for economic, gas frugal compacts.
@@rivakhoffman4825 if you can afford to pay 100k plus for a new car then you should be able to afford high gas prices. Just saying.
@@GuitarsAndSynths garantee you about 95% buy them on finance.
@@isaachunt5799 or lease and yes, I agree. My car is inline 6 and gets ok gas mileage for a fast car. I dislike turbos in most cars due to lag and high repair costs.
You should also mention the price in American dollar.
Good looks and chrome WON'T GET YOU DOWN THE ROAD. GOOD looks are for a lawn ornament
True, but like they say it’s still better to cry in a Lamborghini than a Kia.
@@ECPP I wouldn't have either one
Thanks for the Upload Mark :)
You are very welcome
well i managed to buy 2 new kias this year
2022 kia ceed for our son and a 2022 kia stonic for us.
we sold our diesel suv. was costing too much to own
What type of diesel SUV did you run?
@@ECPP 2018 diesel hyundai.
we loved that car. but the warranty was ending soon and owning a car here in sweden without a proper warranty is madness with dealers charging 500 usd an hour labour.
we bought a small suv kia now.will do us untill we retire.
One year wait on the m3, they def dropped the ball there.
I like the f150
It is very nice indeed
Desperate times call for desperate measures, so why not an Alpha Romeo? Better than waiting a year for an equally 'reliable' Ford Bronco base model at $70K.
Haha, could not agree more. I would rather drive the Alfa, a little more chic.
I'll buy a Lexus before I get a BMW cause I don't want to be waiting for a repair
Absolutely
Did you say "escapade?"
You bet
For me I'm allergic to toyotas and lexuses and old cheap used crap cars 😄 🤣 😂. But for me I would choose with Hondas and mazdas. Cause they are decent cars for me and looks fun to drive the mazda 3 sedan and CX-30 would be better choice my opinion. And Hondas accord and civic and pilot
I like Mazda too as they have some real fun and affordable hotrods
Dodge 1500 a great truck??? You just a lot of reliable points
Thanks
I dislike turbos and FWD.
front wheel drive is not great but turbos.......
oh and i was the first.
Thanks for joining
I like your videos I watch all the time, but if I was you I would take out the “yard ape” comment out of the video, people these days will sware up and down your using racial slurs, I can’t stand this so called woke society!
You are wearing sandals?......🤦♂️🤦♂️🤣🤣
Yes for the week of every year
@@ECPP watch your toes brother....😳😳😀😀
280 hp is crap
ouch
I'll buy a Ford or Toyota truck before I get a dodge piece of junk
Thanks for sharing