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We have 2 reviews of recent Mazda 3 models:
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Compact saloon with a superb interior but very limited choice
Parkers rating: 3 out of 5 3.0
New price:
£30,275 - £31,875
PROS
- More passenger space than 3 hatch
- Lovely, high-quality interior
- No compromise in the driving experience
CONS
- Just one trim and engine offering
- Smaller tailgate opening
- Fidgety ride on bigger wheels
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Sleek five-door handles fabulously, but it isn’t the most practical family car
Parkers rating: 3 out of 5 3.0
New price:
£25,030 - £34,275
PROS
- Engaging handling
- Good fuel economy
- High quality interior
CONS
- Cramped rear seats
- Large blind spots
- 122hp model is gutless
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Older reviews
2013 - 2019
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Looks good at the expense of hatchback's practicality.
Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
Used price:
£1,500 - £10,904
PROS
- Classy exterior design
- Well-made interior
- Engaging to drive
CONS
- Not a practical choice
- Hatchback has better resale values
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2009 - 2013
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Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
Used price:
£581 - £2,563
PROS
Stands out from the usual hatchbacks, good to drive, high levels of standard equipment, excellent 2.2-litre diesel engine
CONS
Not as desirable or as practical as the hatchback version
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2004 - 2008
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Parkers rating: 3 out of 5 3.0
Used price:
£513 - £2,951
PROS
Well built and engaging to drive, neatly styled, good rear passenger space
CONS
Limited range, not as practical as hatchback, dull cabin, lacks refinement
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2013 - 2019
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Mazda's Ford Focus-fighter looks distinctive, is great to drive
Parkers rating: 3.8 out of 5 3.8
Used price:
£1,499 - £14,707
PROS
- Distinctive looks
- Economical petrol engines
- Good to drive
CONS
- Interior feels a little dated
- Rivals more practical
- Lacks some sparkle
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2009 - 2013
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Parkers rating: 3.5 out of 5 3.5
Used price:
£2,473 - £7,392
PROS
Strong performance, superb in-gear acceleration, aggressive looks, good value for a hot hatch
CONS
Not very engaging to drive, steering struggles under acceleration, lacks the feelgood factor
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Mazda's take on proven Focus technology is sporty and reliable
Parkers rating: 4.5 out of 5 4.5
Used price:
£691 - £3,498
PROS
- Few reliability issues, still looks fresh
- Excellent build quality
- Good refinement and handling
CONS
- Not as much boot space as Focus
- Harder to find than Ford or Volvo
- 1.6-diesel isn't a Mazda engine, inherits problems
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2004 - 2008
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Parkers rating: 3.5 out of 5 3.5
Used price:
£2,144 - £5,921
PROS
Subtle styling, great turbocharged engine, storming performance, affordable prices
CONS
Feels like there's too much power at times, not as driver focussed as other hot hatches
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Parkers rating: 3.5 out of 5 3.5
Used price:
£523 - £6,530
PROS
Well equipped, good to drive, decent rear passenger space
CONS
Dreary and dated cabin, bland image, firm ride, lacks refinement
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