Overview & Reviews

The Mazda 3 is an all-new economy sedan and hatchback that replaces the Protege in Mazda's lineup.

• 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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  This is the Best Econo (Not) - 2004 Mazda Mazda3
  By Akrais - July 22 - 10:00 am

  This is not an economy car. The 2.3 liter is a joy to drive: Ive zoom zoomed ~350 miles in the three days Ive owned it. The car comes alive in third and the 40-85 mph acceleration is incredible. 52-48 weight distribution and built in roll bars eliminate body-roll and instill confidence behind the wheel. No Honda, Toyota, or Nissan sedan can come close to the 3s performance.

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  best car in its class - 2004 Mazda Mazda3
  By gmu luke - July 22 - 10:00 am

  people know they spent way too much on their car when they see the mazda 3. for the money, nothing can compare. looked at cars the entire summer and after test driving the mazda3, i couldnt imagine driving anything else. its a thrill to drive. got my 3 with the power package

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  Mazda - 2004 Mazda Mazda3
  By StephanieAnn - July 22 - 10:00 am

  I havent owned this car for a whole year but so far I love it. I have no regrets on buying it. I have never ownes a Mazda before and haveno problem with buying another one later on. The design og the car is awesome and more sportier than the other mazdas before. the performance is out of this world. it will get up and go at no time! I cant stay away from driving it! zoom zoom zoom is right!

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  Why Choose the Mazda 3? - 2004 Mazda Mazda3
  By M3 Sami - July 22 - 10:00 am

  The Mazda 3 is the first car that I have purchased on my own. For 2 years since I have had my drivers liscense I drove a 1992 Buick Skylark. Although the skylark was fairly reliable I just did not feel young and hip driving it. I love to drive, and there is nothing better than having fun while you drive a sports car, but being able to have the features of a sedan. The Mazda 3 truly is the best of both worlds.

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  Style & Function - 2004 Mazda Mazda3
  By dime - July 22 - 10:00 am

  This car is extremely fun to drive! It handles great, and has plenty of power. It is also a real head turner. Ive had people walk across parking lots and roll down their windows in traffic to tell me how great it looks and ask what it is. The excellet gas mileage and room for all the climbing gear we take on road trips put it over the top. We love it!

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  Love it! - 2004 Mazda Mazda3
  By D2nmary - July 13 - 5:23 am

  Just got my little 5 spd Mazda 3 in Mica Solar Yellow. woe, it really turns heads. Fun to drive.

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  This aint your Fathers Protege - 2004 Mazda Mazda3
  By eriescott - June 27 - 2:00 am

  NOT like any entry level car you have ever driven. No other car comes close...@ $18,000 loaded this car is a steal. Many cars look the part...but this one delivers looks and performance. Mazda has hit a home run!

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  I love my Mazda! - 2004 Mazda Mazda3
  By rogrocco - June 20 - 2:00 am

  I traded in a 1989 323 with 125K miles for the new Mazda 3. The 323 still ran great but my wife was feeling insecure in such an old car. The Mazda 3 (Velocity Red Mica) is styled beautifully in and out. There is plenty of power with good acceleration. The ride is firm with excellent handling and braking. The AT can be shifted like a manual transmission. Its loaded with upgraded luxury and safety features. It looks and feels like a much more expensive European car. I hope it is as realible and long lived as my 89 323. So far, Im very pleased with this car!

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  Love my car but BEWARE - 2004 Mazda Mazda3
  By sydneycmiller - June 19 - 10:40 am

  My car is the plain Jane type but it was still love at first sight. I bought it used and had trouble with the second day I had it. Its automatic and it would stall at every light or stop sign I hit. Mechanics suggested it was a faulty computer. Mazda told me unless I could prove it, it wouldnt be covered. Reset the computer and it seemed to be fine until I hit 133k kms. Then the transmisson blew. So now Im stuck with a $2500 bill, AGAIN. I guess I got a lemon but most resellers dont even want to consider selling these transmissions anymore because they continue to come back on a regular basis. Also, the CD plyr is faulty and hates most CDS, old or new.

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  Possibly the best car I ever owned!!! - 2004 Mazda Mazda3
  By Zooming in TN - June 15 - 10:00 am

  I have owned my Velocity Red 3 for about 3 weeks now and I couldnt be happier. I have owned Hondas for the past 10 years, but just got bored with the unimpressive styling. This car is so much fun to drive and I really havent noticed too much loss of power from a V6 to a 4-cyclinder, or maybe its because I like this car too much to care!