2 Star Reviews for 2008 Mazda Mazda3

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.63/5 Average
201 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

Front-seat side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags are now standard on all 's' trim levels.

Pros:
  • Athletic handling, refined and zippy engines, sharp styling, top-notch build and materials quality, sharp styling, hatchback utility, luxury features and ambiance at a budget price.
Cons:
  • So-so fuel economy with 2.3-liter engine, top safety equipment is optional on lower trim levels, tight rear legroom.

User Reviews:

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  • Terrible! A huge regret! - 2008 Mazda Mazda3
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    My mazda is 3 years old, has broken down on me 4 times, and I am now told by Mazda that my car needs a new engine. I regret buying this lemon. Terrible customer service too. Stay away!

  • Engine Failure - 2008 Mazda Mazda3
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    Beware of Mazda engine. Our story is like many others I am reading, and if only I were aware of the problems with Mazda engine, I would not have experienced such a financial loss. I bought the 2008 Mazda 3i for my graduate student daughter from a known party, well maintained at 61000 miles. We continued the routine service/small repairs for the last year. at 74000 the engine timing chain broke on the freeway, engine overheated and car is a total loss. Dont go near Mazda, we left the Mazda lot and walked into the Honda dealer, where I have many years of reliability. Never again Mazda! You can google the issue and we are not alone.

  • 2008 Mazda 3 Sport GT = Problems - 2008 Mazda Mazda3
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    I cant believe any of these reviews Im reading, so I am moved to write my own TRUTHFUL review. I bought my 2008 Mazda 3 Sport GT new off the lot. I made that mistake once, and I wont make it again!

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