Overview & Reviews

The 2011 Mazda 3 sees some shuffling of its equipment packages. The Grand Touring version loses its formerly standard adaptive xenon headlights but gains the Bose audio system and a sunroof. Also, all trims now have standard stability control.

• Stylish, well-equipped interior
• Five-door model affords hatchback utility.
• Energetic 2.5-liter engine
• Benchmark handling
• Impressive list of luxury options

• Ride may be too firm for some
• Cabin and trunk not as large as those of competitors.

User Reviews:

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  Best purchase ever made - 2011 Mazda Mazda3
  By amati5 - May 31 - 7:39 pm

  This is the only car we bought without going back to the dealer in almost a year. In the past 6-7 years, we bought 4 cars (Toy, Hon, Nissan, Maz) and the other 3 had to return to dealer for some dumb repairs within the first year. This little car is perfect in every way: the price, the sporty ride and no rattle even in the cold weather and with the firm suspension. The 2 liters is tuned for low end torque and exteemly responsive. I guess this is the reason it has less gas mileage compared to others in the same class. A couple of less mpg but totaly worth it. The Turanza tires came with the car are very noisy so be patient or switch them out. Bluetooth works very well. Nice dashboard.

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  I love my mazda3. - 2011 Mazda Mazda3
  By rob917305 - May 3 - 6:02 am

  This is my first mazda and Im very happy. I got my mazda3 two weeks ago and totally love it more everyday. It handles superb. Very nimble, lightweight, and sporty suspension. The manual feature is like a turbo magic button. This is the best designed compact economy sedan that drives like a mini bmw, is cool looking, and not boxy. Oh and forgot to mention, priced right.

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  This car laughs @ Corolla and Civic - 2011 Mazda Mazda3
  By Tony the test driver - February 27 - 10:00 am

  This automobile is exactly what I wanted. It handles well, comfortable and well designed and executed car, loaded with all main safety features. It has a pleasant growl during acceleration. The shifter is nothing short of magic. The exterior is perfect (besides the smile). It feels nothing short of German sedan, especially at night when the dash goes red with bunch of lights. You feel the road and you feel as part of this car when you drive it. Seat has good lumbar support. Ergonomics are good. Ride not worse then in Civic EX. Fuel economy should hit 30 mpg combined. Build quality is top notch. Headlights are super bright at night. Protege beat Civic/Corolla 12yrs ago for me and did it again

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  Still in love - 2011 Mazda Mazda3
  By klann1246 - April 12 - 4:22 am

  I was going between the Civic and the 3 and of course I chose the 3 and 9 months later I am still so happy with my decision. The functional, flashy and fun to drive. I feel good walking up to it in a parking lot.

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  An excellent, beautiful handling car for the money - 2011 Mazda Mazda3
  By ohioan2 - May 11 - 2:23 pm

  Two-plus months and 2,900 miles on my Velocity Red hatch and Im loving it. Fun to drive, handles like a dream and I enjoy my daily commute in comfort and style. Plenty of power when needed, with great torque, on the 2.5. Youre giving up some gas mileage, but Ill pay for the trade off. Still averaging 30-32 mph with mix of highway/city driving, much better than my old V-6. Its nice to be crusing in something different and sporty in the sea of Civics and Corollas. Looks aggressive with those 17-inch alloys, side body crease swoop and is ready to prance. Even the smiley grill is growing on me, although the fog lighs and front license plate wipe off some of the smile.