Mazda MX-3 (1991-)
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Was lucky. Paid £4k for my 95/M when other poeple were selling 1.6 K regs for £5K... plus nothing broke or died or needed work on randomly.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Eats petrol like its going out of fashion, servicing and MOT parts are pricey.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Extremely smooth drive, handles very well.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Brilliant, fast enough for me, speedy and smooth.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Hasn't let me down yet!

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Novelty has worn off slightly, but it still looks good and does get second looks from people in the street (that might be more to do with the scruff bag driving it though!)

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I've been told by friends that it's not great to be a backseat passenger in this car, but I am more than comfortable in the front!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    My particular car came with alarm and immobiliser and I've had no problems.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Have used independent garages for all servicing, Mazda are pricey.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    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