2019 Mazda 3 AWD Review - Is It Finally Best in Class?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 มี.ค. 2019
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I love it. I want it.
Nope I get Subaru AWD
Test the car in snow and ice
Feels like a huge mistake to not have a manual in an AWD version
Well Mazda it's a start. You've brought back AWD. Now just bring up the HP & Torque alongside a manual option for the enthusiast. Or better yet toss in a Turbo or Supercharger and that 2.5L engine. Stop being so conservative and cheap for once. Is it so wrong to splurge? This is a great step forward but your just not there. It's not the remarkable MS6 of the day but your coming closer to that mile stone. For once I'd just like to be blown out of the water instead of seeing these conservative choices year after year after year.
The front 50% looks good. The rest of the car looks like an unfinished final paper you submit to your professor. That C pillar/rear quarter panel is ugly as f*ck. The rear looks like a smaller Chevy Traverse. Now you can’t unsee that. I hope they update the mazda 6 with this infotainment and with AWD.
Thank you Mazda for being one of the only Asian car manufacturers to not have CVTs in the majority of their vehicles
actually they dont have it at all in any of their vehicles which is a very good thing
@@souls3029 and that's one of the reasons why Mazda is my favorite Asian car manufacturer
souls3029 And people aren't buying Mazda.. They're still buying Jeeps(shitty Fiat), Kia's & Hyundai's.
Kia & Hyundai are great but the greater populus dosen't know the difference or does not care :P
Nothing wrong with CVT. Depends on the type of car what is most suitable.
@2WIREG That happens yes, if you're incapable of driving it as it's intended
This is by far the sexiest looking hatchback in the market
Does "The Straightpipes" name mean these 2 guys are claiming they're heterosexual?
Do you think hippos are the sexiest animals?
This thing looks like a hippo.
Civic Type R looks like a shark.
Shark > Hippo
@@WhirlingMusic Civic type R looks like a design hotwheels rejected because it was too ridiculous
@@WhirlingMusic I would not buy the Civic R because it looks like it is trying too hard to be cool. What I WANT is for the performance of that Civic R to be in this Mazda 3 AWD.
Different cars for different folks, I suppose.
I don't really know about american hatchbacks but in europe we definitely have better looking hatchbacks.
FYI the steering wheel controls are meant to be pushed (tilted) up/down with the centre silver piece, not actually pushed in individually. It works excellently.
Finally someone who gets it. Thank you!!
yes. i have the car and thats how i use it. works great.
I was triggered seeing them just push straight into it instead of tilting the middle part up and down.
I was going to say it if someone else hadn't lol.
Thank you for saying this. I've had the car for six months and haven't once accidentally pushed the wrong button :P The steering wheel controls are excellent.
Mazda continues to prove that cars can look great without fake vents everywhere! Amazing camera work and amazing review!
Hello 👑
This comment didn’t age well with launch of CX 50
@@AmitojdeepSinghBrar its still a good looking crossover are you blind
0:51 Holy shit that perfectly centered stabilized side-view chase/strafe shot, it's unreal!
I know, right. It looked amazing
I didn't even notice that until you pointed it out, but that is incredible. Wow.
Probably stabilized in post production. Regardless of how, is still a great shot, perfect execution
it's so stabilized it looks like a movie with static car and fake background moving over the green screen :)
The part before looked like a Forza Motorsport 8 preview.
Mazda is the only japanese manufacturer who does design right. Love Kodo Design
Grosse H. I agree
do you use turn signal?
Except for the music audio... it stinks. Disappointing. Never works right.
I really like lexus design too, especially the ES and LS
I like Honda/Acura designs.
i own a bmw 3 series , love its handling and accuracy. however on a recent trip i rented mazda 3 for a week or so . i honestly loved it and enjoyed the driving dynamics and handling . while it was a bit less powerful than the 3 series , the torque is available at lower rpm’s which is great . i would buy this in a heart beat . good job mazda .
carmelita dulin
Haha...enjoy it ...lots of fun :)
I always tell folks who ask why I buy Mazdas; because it's the frugal person's BMW!
I test drove the new Mazda 3 and my GOD is it impressive. The interior is absolutely beautiful, especially in red. It made me sad to get back into my 2009 Mazda 3, which now feels cheap. I want one
I also have a BMW 3 series but I kinda feel like buying one of these
@carmelita dulin how does it feel after 8 months, I'm considering one
I’ve had mine for 3 weeks now (3 Sport GT Polymetal Grey w/Red Interior) and I am blown away every time I get in. The features and build quality are amazing.
I'm picking up the exact car this week with awd! Can't wait!
No issues up to this day or you found a bit of an issue. I heard they have issues. Is this true
MrPicky400 the only issue I’ve had is the heated seats. The module would turn them off and they couldn’t be turned back on. Quick fix at the dealership and they work fine. That’s the only issue I’ve had in 6 months.
@@lanespecker thanks bro. I jealous u at the moment
MrPicky400 I absolutely love it!
I hate states that have double license plates requirements because that Mazda looks so fresh right now.
A good amount of states don't require a front license plate, just check. But people always assume their state requires that because I see Alfa Romeos with front license ALL the time
Ray Wei
Well I live in the northeast and the police seems to be nuts giving tickets for a lack of front plates.
tons go without in CA even though it's required (including my miata) heheh
Calisto Riviera
Jersey is whole other level of crazy.
Car clubs all over the country are petitioning their respective states to have no front plate for classic cars.
Finally the Mazda 3 reviews are coming out. 😍
YO the driveguyde, redline reviews, alex on autos, and now the Straight pipes came out with mazda 3 videos within like 15 minutes of each other
stradivarius151 thats because mazda didn’t want them to post them till today
u mean ad!
@@XxGamerSixSevenxX I disagree.
Im sorry, this car looks absolutely beautiful, but AWD and no manual is a big dealbreaker
The steering wheel controls. Ur supposed to push up on the metal bar to turn volume up / skip tracks, not push the actual button..
The thing about Mazda is they are a luxury car brand without being at luxury car prices in most cases
They are reliable and great to drive
And They last forever
RX8: Am i a joke to you ?
@@caralho5237 Well I mean, the RX-8 hasn't been in production for a while. That's not really relevant to modern Mazdas.
Until the body and strut towers rot out. Class A tech.
Matt Blackwood Their Diesel engines have so many issues even Mazda can’t fix after numerous recalls.
@@vicalam Maybe it's because I'm American but there isn't even a diesel option for purchase here.
+TheStraightPipes These are BY FAR my favorite reviews you guys do because they are cars I can actually acquire and your review format is flawless. Perfect balance between information, cool shots and entertainment. It's like you guys know what you're doing or something...
You guys has mastered the art of automobile photography. Every shot is artistic!
Holy crap, you guys are so on point; efficient and focused discussion like this is so rare! Gorgeous review!
very light and easy to catch on presentation.. keep it on fellas
One thing I love about you guys' videos is music. Great job, keep up the good work!
Keep up the quality camera work. Looks excellent 👌
How did they did it? That camera on top of the car?
@@kristiancasipit6005 Probably a 360 camera as I see the stand base attached on the windshield
Looks amazing 😍
Jakub I love your comment on the low driving position, something that most manufacturers can't get right, it's actually the most important thing in a driver's car next to chassis dynamics
I want this car RIGHT NOW! I love Mazda design and the tech behind the AWD system is truly amazing. I saw a video that focused on that more and it's a marvel of technology honestly
content and quality are getting better and better. these two deserve more subscribers.
I did not skip your watch ad. Your'e welcome!
I would definitely get this over the others! Saw the car in person. Looks way above its class. Wish they leveled up on the performance. Thanks for the great video!
Im no Mazda fan boy, but this has to be one of the best looking hatchbacks inside and out that is currently for sale. Just looks so damn mean!
It'll be a real shame if they don't maximise on it and make a Mazda speed edition
6 months later, it sadly seems like they're not going to make a hothatch 3 version. Really sad, I would have bought one instantly.
If you're into fun hot hatches right now the new Focus ST seems to make me most sense overall. It's a shame because I'm confident a 3 would have dethroned it.
GUESS WHAT BOYS, WE GOT A TURBO
Yeah, unfortunately the speed ain't coming back. Makes me even more thankful for my '13 Speed3. I heard they're dropping a turbocharged model soon, but not in a manual transmission. So, not a Mazdaspeed. It's a shame but I can't say I'm surprised.
Thank you straight pipes. This is the video that convinced me to test drive this mazda 3 that I now own. Thank you.
awesome choice my man. Enjoy it!
I was waiting for your review and now this is the car I’m getting here in Peru when it comes. Your channel subscriptors would instantly increase if you add spanish subtitles. We are a lot of car lovers in Latin America. Great work, guys.
Really good review! I really appreciate the small details that you guys pointed out like the fact that when the vehicle is moving, the middle portion of the light bulbs will be also on (not just the halos), I agree that the halos alone that light up will be better, what was Mazda thinking. Making the halos alone that light up will differentiate the highest trim between the rest, aesthetic wise. Also I like that you pointed out that the HUD is still visible when using polarized sunglasses.
The new Mazda 3 looks amazing in flesh. Thanks to the new 2019 model......got a 2018 touring model last Friday for 18300.
Just got off work, so excited to watch!
God I love your videos. Great production quality and there is just constant information. This is a packed 19 minutes! Thanks guys.
Not only do I love the new design, but I'd say it's my favorite exterior design on any compact four door back to at least classic Honda stuff way back in the 70s.
Been waiting for these reviews for so long now, and you guys didn't disappoint! I know what my next car's going to be :)
I know, 2020 Subaru Legacy, right??
Wow for a Mazda 3 the interior looks really nice, love the red.
I have acknowledge the way this video is presented, the shots and angles are something i havent seen presented before, I'm amazed. Plus amazing review of the car.looks cool!
Thanks
I own a Mazda 626 Sedan in Prestige Silver Metallic colour, 1990 model ... bought brand new in Melbourne, Australia as a gift from my father for my 18th birthday. He paid $ 32,000 Australian dollars for it back then! It's now 32 years old, has done 500,000 kilometres (310,000 miles) and l continue to drive it daily. Has never failed me. Unbelievable car. I cannot part with it. My first and so far, only car ...!! It still looks like new and has always been outside for its entire 32 years, so far.
People cant believe it!
Yesterday l purchased the 2022 Mazda 3.
I am keeping my 626 and will never part with it and intend to drive both cars.
Beautiful car. The hatch is just stunning. Great review
I'm glad you guys like this one. The looks had the same effect on me, I didn't like it at all when I first saw it, but now it has grown on me. Excited to see reviews of the SkyactivX when it comes out. I hope you guys will do another review of that one later this year.
Just came home with a 2020 Mazda 3 Hatch with a manual this week! I drove both the AWD base model and the manual premium model. Since the manual looses about 300 lbs it really changes the way the car feels. It’s much more responsive and sprightly. Loving it so far.
My fiancé came home with a Mazda 6 touring on the same day as well. Koda design, gorgeous interiors, and still some zoom zoom dna make us a Mazda family.
2 years later, do you still have it? And how’s it holding up?
@@joshuawalker7038I am actually currently driving the 6 we leased at the same time. I would still rather have my 3 back, but some circumstances led to me having to get rid of it. Our lease is up for the 6 next month and I wish I could find a 3 used that isn’t crazily priced, but it seems like the manuals were hard to come by and demand a bit of a premium. (Let alone the market is still crazy even if it is starting to subside) It was a great car, still wish they’d put the manual in the turbo 3. I’ve driven it with the auto and it’s fine, but a stick in that would really make it a more true hot hatch.
@@joshuawalker7038 I guess I didn’t really talk about what I liked/disliked. I’ll do some bullet points.
-Pros: styling, interior quality, Bose stereo sounded great, good steering, great shifter/clutch, pretty quiet inside, I had some fun backroad drives in it for sure (maybe not quite as fun as my prior mini Cooper s but still fun)reliable-was bulletproof while I had it
-Cons: backseat is relatively cramped, trunk/hatch isn’t crazy big (always had to fold the back seats for my golf clubs), isn’t amazing in the snow might be tires but awd versions I’ve driven were much better, decent blind spot in the c pillars on both sides. Get around it with good safety tech and rear view camera. Gas mpg was ok for a small naturally aspirated hatch around 27mpg. Maybe I drove it too spirited too often. Hah.
At the end of the day like my first comment. I’d definitely get one again and would recommend to someone looking for a well styled, fun, almost luxury, reliable hatch.
Just got the car yesterday with a preffered package 😁 I love it!
This was my favorite looking car at the auto show this year, and I've been to the dealership multiple times just to look at it. Amazing design
I thought I was the only "window shopper" of pretty cars 😁
these two guys are just the greatest combination
I was at a Mazda dealer last week. They actually let me test drive a base model Mazda 3, and it was great! We also drove a mid-trim cx-5, and the base 3 really didn’t feel like a let down! Best driving and feeling cars for entry level price. I like Hyundai tech better, but you really remember the drive Mazdas can give you. My dad is still wowed away by luxury the interior feels
Excellent review, fast and straight to the point
This car is so damn good looking, but really odd looking at the same time...
Timothy L It’s definitely because of the C pillar
@@chrispoland3637 I Love everything about this car, both Sedan and hatchback, except that big C pilar
The massive C-pillar isn't actually the problem when you look at how bulbous and high the rear hatch panel and bumper are compared to the rest of the car. If they made the rear more cohesive with the curvature of the roofline then the Mazda would be shaped like a bullet instead of a gaming mouse.
The back looks higher than the front, I think mostly because the rear bumper sits so much higher than the sideskirts. And the front end is very sharp but the body lines looked melted down.
A lot of designers say if something takes more time to get used to it´s likely going to stay modern for a longer time. Once you see what the c pillar does you´re probably going to like it. It´s all about the reflections. You gotta see the car moving
This is probably my new future first car now 👌🏿👌🏿
Just bought a 2021 mazda 3 thanks to your video! head and shoulders above the other cars in this segment based on what my wife and i care about. thanks fellas.
This may be the only channel that convinced me about liking cars that I usually don’t like/hate. I’m a diehard Volvo fan but I’ve fallen in love with the 3, thanks to you !
As I’m writing, they did a TCR version of it for ~180 000 euros :) It looks unreal !
6:24 it looks like a super-comfy spaceship interior!
Love u guys, u guys took the spot from Doug and carwow for my favorite car reviewers on TH-cam, feels so natural and unscripted. Have all the necessary details and no bullshit. Also funny as hell. Please review the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio, own one myself and would love to see u guys’ take on it! It is such as special and brilliant car, u guys won’t regret driving it!
Thanks, we're trying to get one this year
Am I the only one taking about how good and to the point this review is, killed the review keep up the crazy work
Thnks
I appreciate these "normal" car video's so much
I’m with Yuri on this one, it looks so amazing!!! The hatch looks stunning
I think you guys should also review the C pillar during driving. B’coz its very distinctive and I think its gonna create a huge blindspot, and if there is any quirks that can counter it, you should explain it as well. Great reviews by the way!
You guys nailed the intro music for this car
You know what I love about yall? The thoughts are cohesive, yall dont mumble on and on, and yall seem like such nice homies for reals. LOL
Nice review, guys. I have the '15 sedan. Happy with it, still runs solid. Love the '19 (sedan over the hatch any day), and happy to see the direction Mazda is going... That interior is bananas 👍
still happy with it 4 years later?
Happy with it 8+ years later now (2024). Still running solid 😊
@@sfludd awesome to hear! definitely adding it to my list
Wife and I are taking a good look at this for a 3rd vehicle. Very nice car and think it will fit my wife well. Only complaint is no manual offered in the AWD and no other engine choices. Although this car is for my wife I am a firm believer to always have a more power , everything is solved with a little extra power and driver experience.
Good review keep up the good reviews.
I was entering praise for this car and realized that what I wanted to say instead is that you guys are reaching peak commercials (yes I know part of it is TH-cam, but only Part)! Don't push me into a tv headache! Thank you.
Sat in it yesterday, absolutely awesome!
I agree with Jacub; I need time to like the back side . I am not a fan of the impreza. The elantra is ok but I would pick the Sedan. I am bothered with the butt of the hatchback.
Android Auto got an update for widescreen yesterday luckily.
You can also force 1080p to get widescreen via developer options.
It's been a while since I visited your channel guys. I like those new looks on you
By far the best reviewers on YT
The front is very pointy and sleek, while the back is very soft and bloated. I'm gonna need to see this car in person to make a judgment!
Exactly. Couldnt have said it better myself
Hey great review, got mine in Dark Blue :D. About the wheel buttons, the best way to use them I found is just tilting the middle part of it upwards or downwards and if you need the function on the middle button just press it. At first I was also struggling with those buttons once I started tilting that middle part and got used to it works like a charm and I think that maybe that was the way it was intended to be used haha.
About the backup camera and android auto, supposedly Android auto is theone that does not support widescreen since Apple car play does use the whole screen (which sucks since I use a Pixel 3) and the backup camera is like that because in EU I think they have a 360 camera but not here unfortunately =/.
Mazda3 owner here, at 12:39 you guys mentioned the buttons suck. Well the black buttons actually aren't buttons, they are apart of a switch you push up or down using the middle "silver part button" which is raised slightly to get your thumb under or on top to push up or down. It works perfectly when done right. All the other silver buttons at the bottom are normal buttons and work well.
This video is awesome. Thank you for being so thorough.
I would recommend the new Mazda 3 AWD to someone that needs space, not too sure about family comfort, but plenty of cargo! Amazing review
I've always had a soft spot in my heart for Mazdas after my '88 MX-6 back in the day. Love the little company doing great things. And while I will admit this isn't my favorite looking Mazda (the C-pillar to hatch area is a little meh and abrupt IMO), it still looks quite nice, and that interior is pretty sick considering its price point. Wish they would do more at the performance end of the spectrum, especially considering their great driving dynamics, but I still very much respect what they're doing with their brand.
Hey it was my pleasure to see you both before you head out from Toronto airport! Great video as usual!!
Great meeting you!
Very straight forward review I love y’all. I’m getting one this month.
Did you end up getting one?
Presently the prettiest hatch in all the land, sedan is also really good ( mini-Mazda 6 with a dash of Mitsubishi Lancer thrown in ) but not the same eye-catching impact as hatch.
C-Pillar gives the car it's fantastic stance, but also less vision. Loving the clutter-free design execution. FWD manual would be a great pick for the old-school types.
Along with gloss piano finish, Info screen with tricky thick borders needs to go ASAP.
Great Review guys and fantastic camera/extreme angles shots/drone.
Non-related - I think next Impreza could adopt Legacy full vertical table info screen.
I'm getting this as my first car. Looks awesome
You guys work very well together. I love your content. Hope to keep seeing MOOARRR! 😁
Lots more!
Great review! I'm waiting for the 2020 or 2021 to work out any kinks. My 2006 Mazda3 hatchback is still going strong!
Love the exterior and interior design! How’s visibility at the C pillar? That 3/4 angle makes the pillar look enormous!
That PolyMetal Grey is menacing!!
This car looks so damn good. I love how It looks In that red color. I'ma wait for depreciation and hopefully scoop one up In 3 years. I'ma get a 2007-2009 Mazda 3 Hatchback within a year and then upgrade to one of these. I can't wait, It motivates me to work more.
Watching this in prep to ready myself for the Turbo 3 is 2021!! ;)
Great review. This car is a straight up homerun out the gate. Congratulations Mazda.
Omg! You guys were in Lake Tahoe? I am 45 mins away from there!!! I wanted to meet you guys!
I love the shot with the 360 camera at 2:12
Amazing review. Nice work, Pipes!
The hatch on that poly metal gray looks amazing!
Good job good review as usual.
Was owner of first gen of Mazda 3, loved it. A bit disappointed with the engine output of this gen .. only 20-30 more than the one I drove back then
You'll love the turbo coming to the 3 in 2021!
you guys are the best reviewers
You guys are the best!! Keep it going 👍
Manual + AWD + turbo = return of the GTX! I still like this new mazda3...with the manual. thanks, boys!
Me too, I have the money to buy one, but will never buy an automatic car.
This car looks absurdly amazing, but that blind spot in the back is huge.
Cannot wait to get these in our dealership they look amazing
great shots of the outside of the vehicle guys
Love the car, love the hatch more, because it reminds me of the original Mazda GLC, with a little bit of Alfa Brera thrown in. I think it has better proportions than the CX-5 and CX-3. Mazda seems to have decided that making cars designed around how much the owner enjoys it will sell more units. There’s just so much to like about them. They feel less appliance like than any competing manufacturer.
A lot of ppl are going to buy this car after watching this video. Great job
I recently bought this. It’s my first car and it is so great.
I just noticed, i’ve been watching you guys for a very long time and noticed I wasn’t even subbed!
Subbed now♥️
Rewatching after Mazda teased a 2.5 turbo 😭🙌
ME TOO!!! the new front lip and rear spoiler look awesome on the turbo.
@@jerwatson79 They look beautiful forsure, if you want a more in depth look I recommend checking out the Signature Mazda 3 released 2020 in Japan. :D
It’s happening
Anybody hear about an estimated price yet?
@@hl72791 go to their website
17:35 what a viewing angle!
Both the new Mazda3 and Corolla hatchbacks look amazing. The design of these two cars is just on another level.
I love how they agree and disagree with each other's opinion. Quality