Other Mazda 3 (2004 - 2008) models:

  • Summary

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Family wagon.

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

    Nothing much, fairly anonymous.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Not in a million years.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Something that doesn't break down twice a week.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £7,000

    When did you buy the car?

    February 2012

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Not bad, not great. Average.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Perceived reliability, economy and speed.

    What was the dealer like?

    Patchy, dealt with the problems OK on the whole.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Comfortable and quick.

    What's it like to park?

    Fairly easy, given flat back.

  • Living with it

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Loads. Nothing but trouble frankly.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Good boot space.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Cruise and bose stereo.