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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  Still Lovin It! - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By mubutterfly - June 4 - 11:43 pm

  Ive had my 3i fully loaded for almost a year now. I still love it! So much fun to drive, around town or on long trips its done well. Performs great in the Arizona heat as well, AC cools down quickly, though it could get colder a little faster. Accelerates great on freeways, perfect for speeding around the snowbirds. Overall I have no complaints about the car. Maintenance experience has been great with the dealership, and had no problems to take it in for.

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  Mazda 3s hatchback hard to beat - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By Bob Lenburg - June 3 - 6:23 pm

  The handling is terrific, fun to drive, gets reasonable mileage even with the 2.3 s model, very comfortable and the interior space and quality exceeded my expectations. The larger brakes on the s model stop the car in such short distances that I have to re-adjust my following distance when driving my other vehicle. For the money, this car is a well kept secret. I had a 2001 Miata which was great fun to drive, but had inherent safety issues of a convertible. The Mazda 3s is nearly as much fun to drive (actually, accelerates quicker) and can be driven year-round. If BMW made this exact car their new entry level vehicle they could not make enough of them at $27K price.

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  1 Year plus--and lots to like - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By L.A. JAFO - May 16 - 12:23 pm

  My wife drives this car around town, but I made sure we took it on some real road trips to make sure it was solid. Am I impressed...you bet! On a 455 mile trip from LA to the Salton Sea and back through Palm Springs in 114 degree heat with the A/C on max it still did 29.2 MPG. On a 700 mile trip to Northern California using highways 101 and 1 we did 33.2 MPG. Power is very good. Handling is solid; it responds like a BMW or an Acura and when you turn the wheel, you move RIGHT NOW, no slop or lag at all. Interior space is good, and even at 65 I have both head and leg room thanks to the telescoping steering wheel. Trunk space is very good for big suitcases (2 of them!) or lots of groceries.

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  Great Car For Anyone - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By Tony - May 14 - 3:10 am

  I have had this car for 4 months, and it has been great. Reliable, quick, economical, and good looking. What more can you ask for?

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  Think before you buy - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By Not Happy - May 12 - 11:50 pm

  Car handles great and has some nice options that are included. Power is lacking and intermittent - not what I expected from a 2.3L engine. Posted mpg on the 2.3 wagon is a joke - I average 20mpg. A few issues and the Mazda dealers dont want to deal with it and Mazda Customer Care line is useless also.

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  I love my Mazda! - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By Kec5142 - May 10 - 7:06 pm

  I havent had a single problem with this car. It runs like a champ and looks great. I have kept my car in excellent condition and I keep up with routine maintenece so it runs like it does. I love this car.

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  Luxury and Performance - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By Luxury Feel - May 10 - 3:10 pm

  Ive recently bought a used Mazda3s w/most of the options (leather, sunroof, abs w/side, spoiler, and 6 CD changer). For the price that I paid for it, I feel like driving a luxury vehicle. It handles great and has an appealing look. The leather feels so comfortable. I actually slept in my the car, learned it was more comfy than my previous cars. I average 26 city and 32 HW. Im sure you can achieve similar results if you cruise as much as possible on highways and not stomp on the gas in city roads. The gas is not as good as the Civic, but everything else are lot better. I recommend test drive the 3 before considering other vehicles.

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  I love my "Baby" - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By Jen - May 7 - 6:10 pm

  Great car, fun to drive. Handles well. Many amenities that other cars in its class dont even offer. Drive it so you can see!

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  Great Buy - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By red69viper - March 14 - 7:40 pm

  For anyone considering a vehicle around 20 grand this is the car for you. Plenty of Zoom Zoom with reliability and, with the hatchback, plenty of storage space. Love this car.

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  Great Value - 2005 Mazda Mazda3
  By jc - February 10 - 5:13 am

  This car drives and looks like way more than what I paid for it. It is also so much nicer than those in its class.