Overview & Reviews

All new for 2004, the Mazda 3 receives only minor changes for 2005. The four-door "i" model gets a new 15-inch wheel cover design, and Sirius Satellite Radio is now available on all models.

• Fun-to-drive character, stylish interior design, strong engines, hatchback utility.

• Ride might be too stiff for some, a few ergonomic quirks, tight rear legroom.

User Reviews:

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  I Love This 3 - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By LA DRIVER - December 19 - 8:00 pm

  My wife and I bought this car back in 2005 when her Honda went out. Almost 3 years later I still love it. At about 300 miles per tank city/hwy driving cant complain. I just love the performance for such a compact car, leather seats, GPS, 6 disc CD, 5 speed man., when sitting inside it reminds me of my BMW at half the cost. Great power and lots of trunk space esp when rear seats are folded down. The 3 is truly a car in its own, with aftermarket performance tires it handles as well as my BMW and is great to drive through corners and the straights. Over all this is a great car to drive in the city as well as the hwy. avg. of about 32 mpg hwy we make it from LA to San Jose in 1 tank. LOVE my 3.

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  FUN,FUN,FUN !!!!!! - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By Sharon - December 1 - 3:43 am

  This is a real neat car. Love to zip around in it. Very gutsy! Excellant handling. Corners well! Would buy another one! Thanks Mazda!

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  fun - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By cjb - November 21 - 9:33 am

  Fun car to drive, peppy engine that loves to be pushed and comes alive at higher rpm`s. Gas mileage is so so with a heavy right foot even with a stick shift. If you live in a snow belt you better save $600 for a good set of snows as the Goodyear all season stink in winter driving. Cheap to insure.

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  Zoom, Zoom, Zoom - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By NewVoomer - November 12 - 1:36 pm

  This Mazda has earned its slogan. Zoom, Zoom, Zoom. It handles like an expensive sports car. Functions like a compact family car. It has looks and style. Big bang for the buck. I love it more than my Lexus. Need I say more?

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  My first car - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By MikeS. - November 6 - 6:40 pm

  I got my Mazda3 hatchback about one month ago, and so far this car has been amazing. I have not yet tried it on the highway so I cant comment on the MPG there, however the MPG I am averaging in the city is about 19-20. This car is easy to wash, fun to drive, and has tons of get-up-and-go. I would have given it a 10.0 rating had it not been for the false advertising of the MPG city. There is a ton of room in the back, in fact just the other day I fit my entire drum set packed up in boxes in the back of this car.

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  BMWs handling, unmatched in its class!! - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By Euro Auto Lover - October 21 - 5:53 am

  I used to lease a BMW 328i. Ive spend 3 months looking for my next car to purchase. Gee, I no longer need the European cars since I found that Mazda 3 and 6 closely match the European handling!!!! Not the Matrix, not the Civic, not the Scion, this Mazda3 tops my driving test scores in styling, handling, power and price. The steering is top-notch, it is even better than my previous heavier 328i. The handling is just as good as the BMWs. I dont put my food on the brake going around corners, I even accelerate out of corners in the 3!!! Cars disappear in the rear-view mirror!!! Braking is top-notch, no fading whatsoever during hard braking!!!! It is a MUSH-HAVE fun-to-drive machine!

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  Mazda3 Is Awesome! - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By Ryan - October 16 - 2:16 pm

  Lets face it, if your budget is 17000 and you want a new fun, reliable car theres not much to choose from. Thank God for the Mazda3. So much power for the money. If you want a $17000 car why would you want any more or less than 160horses. Its perfect. Great acceleration and decent fuel economy. Interior is great. Winning Blue metallic gets everyone staring, fun to drive stick, great handling and so smooth and quiet for a compact, build quality inside and out is far beyond standard-- IN A CLASS OF ITS OWN

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  Mazda 3s 5 door BEST in class! - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By GTPONY - October 3 - 12:26 am

  Though I have only owned the car 3 weeks, I am astounded at the quality, performance, styling and value of this car. The car i9s tight and rigid, no rattles, and exits the freeway FLAT. The automatic has a manual shift "tip" option thats great! The 2.3 is the same engine in the Mazda 6 and really MAKES THIS CAR MOVE. This is a sporty, quick, tight car... not an econobox. I agree with the consumer and car magazines.. this car is best in class! Any downsides? Well the car has 17inch low profile tires, so you do feel and hear the road somewhat... but personally I like the feedback and response the tires give me.

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  I love this car - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By mbd007m - October 1 - 8:33 am

  I have found this to be one of the best compact cars Ive ever driven. Sometimes I forget this is a compact car. It has plenty of power for a 4 cylinder. There is plenty of head room for me (60) in the back. I rarely ride in the back though. The suspension is firm. I have found road noise to be a little distracting, but compared to the Nissan and the Honda Ive driven it is about the same. Acceleration is excellent. The car gear ratio gives you plenty of torque. When I shift I rarely have to go over 3200 RPM. I have had no problems with this car.

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  Moms Zoom - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By barnatcb - September 29 - 4:56 pm

  My son has a Protege and introduced me to the world of Mazdas. My first look at the Mazda 3 Hatchback had me hooked. Then I heard on the Today Show how they were ranked one of the safest cars and I knew that when it was time for me to buy, thats what I wanted. I was even more delighted when I got behind the wheel for the first time. I still grin from ear to ear while driving. I work with a lot young people in their early 20s, and theyre jealous of my ride. Dont worry, I let my son borrow it too. Hes looking for a Mazdaspeed down the road, so were definitely a Mazda family now.