Overview & Reviews

The 2013 Mazda 3 gains some new electronic features, including a larger screen for the navigation system and a USB audio input for most trim levels. Standard and optional feature content has also changed slightly.

• Small cabin and trunk.
• Ride is firmer than some competitors
• Unremarkable base and upgraded 2.5 engines

User Reviews:

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  Blackhawk - 2013 Mazda Mazda3
  By tliston - October 15 - 5:20 am

  Very nice car. Looks expensive and handles great. Learning manual again but coming along quickly. Love the key-less entry and telescopic steering wheel. Stock stereos not bad... Smooth ride for a compact.

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  Zooms past Hyundai - 2013 Mazda Mazda3
  By myzoomer - April 30 - 7:55 am

  Recently purchased after trading in Hyundai Veloster. Like night vs. day, this fun vehicle is far superior to the Veloster. Acceleration, Handling, Comfort, Bluetooth, etc. cant be beat. This is my third Mazda and it was a mistake to think that Hyundai could be anywhere near as good as a Mazda. Zoom Zoom

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  Pretty hot hatch - 2013 Mazda Mazda3
  By junglist724 - August 14 - 4:35 pm

  I recently got the i touring hatchback version of the mazda3. The steering is very precise, unlike a lot of other cars. Skyactiv is a must. The improvement in performance and fuel economy is worth the extra cash. Stay away from the base trim for the 4 door. The car is pretty fun to drive even at low speeds.

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  2013 Mazda 3 Hatchback 6-speed Review - 2013 Mazda Mazda3
  By androux13 - September 24 - 1:53 pm

  This has been my first Mazda. I was going to go with a 2011 VW golf 6-speed, but the mazda had better MPG and better accessories already included for the price. Plus the mazda has much more room in it. Im 65 and I fit wonderfully in the front seats.This has been my first manual ever driven and its been great! I bought it at 240 mi and within a month it now how 1,250 mi and the only problems that I had run into is a key fob problem, which is replaced under warranty, the boot wont close if you close it too hard, and that the back seats are WAY too small.

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  pretty good so far - 2013 Mazda Mazda3
  By abqrich - November 14 - 4:22 am

  Driving this car is a pleasure. Great engine and transmission. Had it for one year with no problems. 38mpg on 5k road trip. Not good on bad roads. Noisy at highway speeds. Dorky console.

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  Fun car to drive - 2013 Mazda Mazda3
  By vwgolf_1999 - January 13 - 6:20 am

  Bought a 2013 Mazda 3 iTouring Hatchback after the 2014s were released, so got a good deal on the car. I really like the way this car drives - it handles so nicely. The iTouring (which is the base hatchback model) has good features - automatic dual-zone climate control and advanced keyless entry (which Ive gotten to really like). Road noise is higher than Id ideally like, but similar to other cars in the class. Gas mileage (after ~600 miles, so still running in) has averaged ~32mpg (mostly city and hilly driving). Overall - Im very happy with this car.

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  Michael Gilchrist - 2013 Mazda Mazda3
  By gilxunlimited - August 14 - 12:46 pm

  Great no complaints