Mazda 3 Hatchback (2013 - 2019) 2.0 Sport Nav 5d (2014/14) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Hopefully that i'm sensible, but like to show i have good taste with styling & perfomance. i have a happy fun side that i like to express now & then.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

All my friends & family really like the car, i have had lots of comments about it look, paintwork & body styling. I have even been asked by strangers for a look inside.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes very happy with the car apart from maybe the spare wheel but lots of car makes have taken away this option.

What are you likely to buy next?

Not sure yet, but i would definitely consider another Mazda.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£20,000

When did you buy the car?

June 2014

Did you get a good deal and why?

Very happy with deal, & felt well looked after by saleman.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Like the styling & speck, liked the way the car handled in the test drive & my golf clubs fitted neatly in the boot space.

What was the dealer like?

Good, professional & knowledgeable about the car. Also not pushy, i also looked at Honda, but got fed up with constant emails & calls.

What's it like to drive?

Very easy to drive, very responsive with good pull away. Good fuel consumption & mileage cruises easily. you have to be careful in 30mph speed limits as its very easy to exceed limit.

What's it like to park?

Easy to park with parking sensors front & back, these can be turned off if you don't want them.

Have you had any problems with the car?

I had a puncture, & had to wait for help which was frustrating because if i had a spare i would have got it changed & been on my way a lot quicker, although i was pleased with the service i received eventually. Difficult to see through tinted rear windows when reversing.

What's most practical about your car?

Good sized interior, good boot space, good body styling & looks, i have had lots of favorable comments. seats & driving position are comfortable. I'm very happy with the car.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

I like the road handling & performance. I also like the 9 speaker Bose sound system. My daughter loves the heated seats.