Mazda MX-3 (1991-)
  • Economy

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Likes its unleaded.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Handles corners ok, ride a little hard. A driver's car.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Engine is excellent. Sounds amazing - a lot of fun.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Only had 1 problem, being the distributor.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    For a car built in 1992, still looks the part.

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Seats ok, but could be better. Quality of cabin can be poor.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    I suggest to check it's got an immobiliser for insurance purposes.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Oil on the spark plugs! It's an engine design fault, especially with the plugs sunk down at the back.

    Other

    Distributor went.

    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