Mazda MX-3 (1991-)
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very cheap to buy used.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Drinks petrol, but then it is a V6.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Holds road well. Not quite on rails, though.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    For a 1.8, it's not bad. Quite throaty at 5k revs.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Has never let me down.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Don't see many about. Looks haven't dated.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Driving position excellent, rear headroom low.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    None.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Very slight misfire.

    Other

    Clutch release squeak.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes