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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I like understated, rare fast hathbacks.

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

    Love hate. Guys love it, looks mean and is fast. Women like practicality but not the bonnet scoop.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Maybe but generally like a change when I get a new car.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Audi s3 sport back or a4 quattro.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £11,000

    When did you buy the car?

    March 2014

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Very good price. £1000 cheaper than exact same car at Mazda dealer down the road.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Very good. Knows cars and what is good to sell.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Very quick. Bit of torque steer but nothing worth being bothered by. Good round corners with very good traction.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy to see out of. Rear parking sensors.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No

    What's most practical about your car?

    5 door and big boot.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Bluetooth audio streaming.