Mazda3 2019 - New Premium? (ENG) - Test Drive and Review
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- čas přidán 19. 06. 2024
- Mazda3 is a premium compact hatchback these days as the Japanese carmaker is shifting the brand upmarket. Mazda Premium philosophy is all about design, mastery, joyfullness, etc. If you’re into that I respect that, but I’m more interested in how it drives.
At launch in Europe Mazda3 is available with a 122 hp Skyactiv-G engine. Some markets also get a Skyactiv-G diesel. The fancy Skyactiv-X will be available later in the autumn of 2019. Mazda also uses a 24-volt M-Hybrid (or mild-hybrid) system.
Starting price: 23 000 euro
As tested: ~30 000 euro
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Literally the only review that says anything negative about the transmission feel....
I was expecting your review of this Mazda. Thanks Marek!
One of the best looking and interesting car both interior and exterior in a market. Well done Mazda for being more adventures. Take a note other manufacturers.
Great and fair review. Liked your sense of humour. In Australia Mazda 3 is the best selling car in its segment (Mazda 3, corolla and i30 have been tops of chart for long time).
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I just got a good deal on a Mazda 3 g25 with skyactive-G. It is a fun car to drive and a nice environment to be sitting in. I highly recommend the car.
Is it quieter than the Mazda 6 you had last year? I remember you said that one was noisy.
Interesting to hear your comments about the auto transmission. Here in Australia, we get the 2.5 litre engine which mates much better to the auto transmission and makes a huge difference to performance. It doesn’t ‘hunt’ for gears like the 2.0 litre does. Virtually no one buys the manual transmission here (about 3% of sales). And Australia also gets rear air vents on all but the base level model. Really enjoyed your review. Thank you.
Maybe they programmed it more for long straights, than fast corners.
That could be true cause I have the 2.5. The torque makes a difference
I have the Skyactiv-X 2.0 auto and I like it. It’s very smooth when you want to drive comfortably. When you need power it does need to rev out, and this is the main reason I chose this car.
I like your reviews - other reviewers tend to say only positives and don’t mention negatives (possibly sponsored). No one talked about bad automatic gearbox, about the vibrations/noise of 2 cylinder...
I greatly respect your reviews. Can please give us a review on the new corolla sedan?!
I have to say I love the new 3.
Great and fair review, apart from the seats. I have the Kanjo spec (Poland) and find them very comfy. They have lumber support just are manually operated.
seats are something VERY personal. I have a friend who likes the most cheapest car seats and praises them meanwhile he gets real pains from some more expensive ones. And in my opinion you also have seats that are amazing for shots trips but start to hurt on longer ones etc. Like I said, REALLY personal.
How does a care share a platform with others if it uses a unibody/monocoque construction? Does it just mean suspension/drivetrain components in this case?
Really a beautiful design, the back reminds me a bit of Alfa.
This might be the reason I don't like it :D
Same! It's like a four door Brera.
I think the new Mazda 3 saloon is secretly the successor to the Alfa 159 :)
call me crazy but in the red it reminds me of a Ferrari Lusso
Great review Marek, you mentioned some vibrations in 2 cyl mode and that accelerator cut off from front collision system? Can you tell more about these issues and feedback from Mazda officials? Can 2cyl mode be turned off? Thank you
You can turn off i-stop, and that I think also turns off cylinder deactivation. i-stop is back on every time you restart the engine. Feedback from Mazda: we heard something about it.
As far as collision system is concerned, I didn't ask Mazda about it, because it happened to me late during the test. No time. I'm sure I'll hear from them after the weekend :)
It's hard to replicate "on demand". I experienced it once, and I heard two other journalists having similar issues.
Thanks for the reply
Everyone seems to mention the infotainment screen should be bigger, but I disagree. I have a 2021 Mazda 3 turbo hatch and I quite like the fact the dashboard isnt dominated by a giant screen. Don't we all have enough of those in our life? 7.5 inch screen on my phone, 17" screen laptop, 24" desktop monitor and at home a 55" LED tv to watch movies and tv. When I get in my car it's about the drive, not fiddling with another screen. Most of the time I only use my infotainment for music and thats it. The nav (like most car systems) isnt great compared to Google maps so I use my phone for that function. Do I wish the backup camera used more of the available screen? Yes, but what I can see is clear and does the job. Basically I cant imagine having a larger center screen making my car any more enjoyable to drive. In fact when I think back to the quite extensive number of cars I've owned, none of the ones really enjoyable to drive had an LCD screen, or it was too small and limited in function to make any difference. If you havent guessed already I'm not a fan of the latest trend of having car interiors dominated by a flat screen that stretches almost all the way across the dash. That may be the latest fad, but I vastly prefer Mazda's restrained and classy retro look. My car has every feature I could possibly need, yet it's not in my face all the time.
Marek, you should review the new Corolla!
Pretty car. I just doubt it will have a chance with the 122HP engine- especially because it's naturally aspirated. Most manufacturers rely on turbo engines today and in terms of driving experience and power delivery, I think they do so for a good reason.
Best looking car in his segment. With No downsize bullsh*t engine!
Great review Marek, I was waiting for it cause I loved the new looks but I was having my doubts precisely on the visibility and practicality for a family. How does the new infotainment system compare with the old one? Is it finally usable?
Let's just say the old one didn't exist to me. Mazda and Lexus were competing for the worst infotainment system on the market.
The new MZD Connect is pretty intuitive, fast enough, it never crashed (which was quite frequent in Mazda press cars). It's not the best out there, but it's a solid average. It wouldn't stop me from buying Mazda, like the old one did.
Yeah, for practicality I think few cars with coupe-esk linings are suitable for a family. And the Mazda 3 probably loses out to all competitors in this respect.
I used to drive a 406 Coupé in college. I think that was one of the few exceptions of coupés with decent space in the back in history.
Hey Marek are u sure you were reviewing the 3 and not a Passat using a 3 skin. I've driven this couple of times as my aunt owns one and never have I ever felt any transmission issues lags response issues etc ... It been super ready for anything
As you've probably realised by now, I have nothing better to do, but spend my days inventing problems, which don't exist just to bring down anything that's not a VW product. I've spoken with Mazda about the issues, and they admitted to having heard about them from actual clients, so maybe your aunt is just one of the lucky ones.
Marek, thanks for the great review! Would you get this, the current Leon or Focus? How would you compare it to the Ceed?
I haven't seen a Leon in years, and I haven't driven the new Focus (Ford is pissed off at me). Mazda3 feels posher than KIA, but KIA is just more practical.
I am surprised with your comment on Automatic Transmission , I got Mazda 6 Wagon 2017 (2.0 petrol FWD) and I love the way how well Automatic Gear works , smooth , consistent and fast for a torque converter , moreover many reviewers agrees on it..
Maybe Marek got a lemon
How are you driving with the DRL rings only?
When you pit it in drive the middle lights go on on other reviews
Maybe it depends on the market. Can you link to a specific review?
I'm on the youtube cellphonr app right noe but one of the highest viewed review that has the problem with daytime running light is titled 'TheStraightPipes' Mazda 3 2019.
They only got the DRL when its in park and when shifting to Drive, the middle lights went on.
It would be great if you could do a VS against an A-Class.
My 2002 SEAT Toledo 1.9TDI 110bhp SE would lower the near side mirror when reversing.
Yes, but right only or letf/right depending on what you need?
While I'd prefer a more practical design, Mazda is simply a little ahead of the industry trend towards making traditional cars into 2+2s with aggressively sloping roof lines. Families are moving to SUVs, making traditional cars more of an aesthetic or enthusiast option.
With this engine and suspension setup this is hardly an enthusiast car.
@@MarekDrives I'm using the term enthusiast broadly, as in 'people who like cars' rather than 'people who want lower track times'. Even in less sporty cars, the lower centre of gravity and lower weight leads to superior driving feel and handling compared to an SUV, provided the engineering is equally competent.
As the manufacturers seem to see it, no 'normal person' who doesn't care much about cars will be buying a traditional car in the near future. This effect is slower to develop in Europe due to the high cost of vehicle ownership there making every little saving more significant (manual transmission, small & lightweight design as in traditional cars), but you can see it in North America and Australasia.
As a person who likes cars I'd never recommend this car to other enthusiasts in its current state.
@@MarekDrives You're missing my point. Regardless of your opinion, I never even said anywhere that the Mazda3 specifically was an 'enthusiast car' (whatever you want that to mean). I'm simply pointing out that the traditional 'form factor' car, in general, is being phased out as the conventional family vehicle and becoming a niche design. This niche is logically comprised of people who prefer the looks of a car and/or prefer the driving character. The new Mazda3 is trying to lean into this, successfully or not.
I personally have no opinion one way or the other on the driving character of the new Mazda3 since I've never even seen any in person yet, but as per usual with Mazda there seems to be wildly disparate professional reviews across the globe. I would point out that the American reviewer SavageGeese seemed to be satisfied with the handling as a street car that's not trying to be a sports car (enough that he was considering buying the car), and he is very much an 'enthusiast' in the strong meaning of the term (does track days all the time, not uncommon to be the fastest journalist around the track at release events for sports cars).
If car designers continue to make the back seat of sedans and hatchbacks more cramped, it is just going to drive more people to buy crossover vehicles. What is the point of a back seat if it is uncomfortable and hard to see out, and why make a hatchback when the cargo capacity is less than a sedan trunk? The 2+2 mostly implies there are two-doors and appearance of a rear seat, useful only if the folks back there are under 4'6". I have never liked being stuck in the back seat of a 2 door car, but I have owned a couple of Toyota Celicas, but never made any adult ride in the back seat. Mazda might as well make the Model 3 hatch into a two-door car and then they can slant the roof even more. 🙂
Nice review Marek. Mazda never created an premium brand when Toyota, Honda and Nissan made the move and so here they are kind of caught in the middle between 2 markets in my opinion. Anyways, I always enjoy your sense of humour and perspectives Marek! Good review
Perhaps the most beautiful hatchback on the market. I don't see the MB A, BMW 1 and Audi a3 being better cars, considering Mazda's reliability, and the price below, probably the best buy. I agree that it should have offered ambient lighting.
I like your reviews a lot, but cant help feeling a bit akward at the beginning of this one. Throughout your videos you seem to have parts were it looks like you forgot to put some music. I think you do this intentional but I don't see other car reviewers make such choices. Maybe its an idea to add some music on the silence parts (unless reviewing a V8 of course ;)
Cheers!
Can you point me to specific instances (timecodes), where you think something's missing?
There are a couple of 3-4 second intervals with ambient engine sound for cutaways, otherwise it's me speaking to the camera or a voiceover.
0:00 - 2:20 - 3:18 - 3:40 etc. I would either skip the pauses or make them longer with some louder music and beauty shots! Keep up the great work :)
So the beginning was a run up, 2:20 was a fadeout before music and voiceover, 3:18 was a pause, 3:40 was a pause as well.
I like to leave a pause sometimes to let the viewers catch up, think, take a break for a piss :)
But note taken: make them longer or shorter.
Does start-stop system also stay off after turning off car?
No.
I was seriously considering getting one. Did not fill me with warm and fuzzy feelings...
:)
Why didn’t you get one? I got one this past weekend and I’m loving driving this car.
I guess the 150 hp version wasn't available during time of filming. It seems to be the sweet spot between the 122 and the 180.
No, it wasn't. I rant about that in the 3 Skyactiv-X video :)
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@@MarekDrives Yes I watched it and I still didn't really get your feeling on the 150 engine....apart from it being the one to go for.
How do you compare the new Mazda with the Honda Civic?
Mazda has better quality interior and better infotainment. Civic is overall much better value. Better to drive, more predictable, better automatic (CVT actually, but better than Mazda's automatic any day). And Honda is much bigger inside. Just more car for the money.
@@MarekDrives thank you ! I was between the two and I just bought the new civic sedan CVT, due to the fact that it was bigger , cheaper and has about 60 hp more. I am happy so far with my choice :)
I drove both and found the civic boring and rattling. The Mazda was fun and seemed solid.
I like this car more after watching your review. The small windows is the biggest let down for me.
You will be driving the car right? then you wont be looking through the rear window moron.
So undercooked. Will look at it again at the end of the year.
Why such a long bonnet? Not that it doesn't look good, but I doubt even 2.5 engine would need so much space. It only eats up the potential space for rear legroom.
Why it doesn’t look good? It’s proportional
Because they want to make it look like german rwd cars. Problem is it's Not even rwd, it's fwd car lol. And bigger problem is, it's in that super long front overhang. Look at that hideous disgusting massive front overhang.
@@gefreiterkurzmaul a long bonnet doesn't mean that it has to be rwd. The new Mercedes A class has the same philosophy, the new focus too without even thinking at the rwd. If you don't like it don't say bullshit
@@e-Like wut??who said long bonnet has to be rwd? In your dreams? Wake up.
Is it better to drive compare to Golf?? But interior is much pleasant in mazda 3! Only shame that is't roomy, I tried it...
Not really. KIA Ceed is feels better.
Really?! Ceed?! That means m3 is really nothing special, because you said that Ceed drives OK (only) Ahh, too shame... I was interested in buying it!
you are the fist reviewer saying that. Many of them out the new mazda 3 in top 3 of compact cars with Mercedes and BMW, over WV, Ford and KIA
@Lois CS let's skip American reviews, because they have no idea, what they're talking about, and show me some European reviews saying this is like a Mercedes or BMW.
I will agree the ride is excellent, but so what, if the car falls to pieces in the first tighter bend?
Some exterior elements looks like from Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 156, 159 it also reminds current generation Opel Astra. I like Mazda that it stays with naturally aspirated engines and absence of driving modes. I think third generation Corolla Verso was first car equipped with front camera.
Is the mazda skyactive x manual better?
Let's break it down into two parts:
MT Mazda is better than AT Mazda, period.
Mazda engine lineup in Europe generally sucks.
@@MarekDrivesThis past weekend I purchased an automatic 2019 Mazda 3 and so far I’m enjoying this car a lot. I especially love that there’s no CVT in this car. Once I completely master manual driving I will trade this automatic for a MT Mazda.
so can we say that it is just in beta phase even after release? i'm genuinely surprised.
I didn't want to use the term "beta", but IMO someone pushed the "release to market button" a bit prematurely. Maybe development costs were piling up, and it was time to start generate revenue? Suspension setup is iffy at best.
@@MarekDrives i feel sad when good car companies struggle to survive in the ongoing battle with emissions. mazda already needed a good engine and a good transmission, now on top of those they need to offer better practicability because it seems they are losing their ''superior, driver focused'' ride quality. it just wont be enough because day by day every c segment cars are getting closer to golf's level of being all around alright or a good car. so being very good at smthng and below average at others just not gonna survive in the near future i believe.
True. Today I can choose any Golf from electric to 300+ hp, all ranging from pretty good to brilliant, and Mazda seems to have only made an effort with the interior in the front of the cabin.
@@MarekDrives Maybe you should watch different reviews yourself. They all talk the suspension is well setup for what it is, and it handles decent, only if you start pushing it shows that its not the best.
tbh you seem overly negative about somthing that is quite decent.
Can't you get the 185hp 2.5 like in most markets?
You mean like in North America? No. This engine doesn't make sense in Europe. Engines above 2 litres displacement are often additionally taxed, and I'm not sure how well it would do with emissions. Mazda had to castrate the Skyactiv-G to meet emission standards, and they're still fine-tuning Skyactiv-X to make it legit.
@@MarekDrives The 2.0L in the MX5 Miata is 181 hp (with premium fuel) in North America. Wonder why not available in Europe? I'm sure our emission laws are just as strict as Europe. Also the new Skyactiv-D is a bad joke, don't know why Mazda even bothers. They are going to offer it in US, but I cannot imagine why anyone here would buy one. Diesels are fine for trucks, but since diesel fuel is more expensive than regular gasoline it makes no sense in smaller cars. The Mazda diesel has low power and barely better mpg than the 2.5 G turbo. Since you will be paying more for fuel and the magic NOx fluid, what's the point? Cheers. I like your review.
@rizzle razzleuno US buyers are not taxed on engine displacement, and fuel is dirt cheap compared to Europe.
I recall driving a V6 EcoBoost Ford Edge across the Rockies in Canada, and I averaged 25.5 mpg. By European standards this is a poor result, and if this was a diesel, it would easily do 34-35 mpg on the same route. But then you have a lot of straights, on which you can take advantage of large(r) displacement engines almost idling. Put a 2.5L in European city traffic, and it will do 20 mpg at best.
@@MarekDrives I just sold my Mazda 6 in Australia with the 2.5l and would get 30mpg in mixed real world driving of 70% city/30% hwy. That's in a much heavier car with bigger wheels and tyres. Mazda claim 6.6l per 100km but I was getting 7.8.
@@csigouin1 Just curious: is that mpg in US gallons or Imperial gallons? I had a 2014 Mazda 3 with the 2L SkyActiv engine and 6-speed manual. At 70 mph on the interstate I got 42 mpg (US Gal). In daily driving it averaged 36 mpg, but I am a very efficient driver. Only drawback to the 3 was it was very noisy above 60 mph. From what I read Mazda has been working to reduce the noise level of all their vehicles.
Not sure if it's done processing (but since it's already 1080p it probably is), but the frame rate seems fucked.
No problem on my side. What are you watching on?
@@MarekDrives On second watch, it's just the wide angle shots at the start of the video, I think that camera uses a different frame rate from your main camera, which later got converted and skipped some frames. Edit: I'm watching on my desktop PC.
Can you give me a timecode? I know there's some vibration on the car-2-car shots, because I tried a new camera mount. GoPros didn't change. The only new element is a 360 camera, but on my computer that looks better, than the GoPro :)
@@MarekDrives Yeah I meant the 360 cam (right at 0:02), I think it skips every now and then (like when you convert 30 to 25fps or something), or maybe it's bitrate is different... I don't know, something rubbed me the wrong way about those shots. Maybe it's just something with CZcams compression and shots of moving forest (encoders are shite at compressing shots like that, they tend to always get a bit mushy). Maybe it's just a combination of harsh compression, fast moving objects and a fast shutter speed with no motion blur to compensate the motion?
I think I used everything that the software has to offer (99 bits). I have no idea what iMovie does to it later, but on my computer it looks smooth - original file, as well as the output file, as well as CZcams. What you may be seeing is the effects of stabilisation. The camera is mounted on a selfie stick, so there is some air turbulence.
Did this guy actually just tape over bits if bodywork not made of glass and then took them off and said look visibility is the same... Are you on drugs?
DANIEL SERNE actually it wasn’t like that - from outside some window glass looks bigger but it’s blocked from inside, take a look at rear window. I don’t see that as an issue - my peugeot 308 and most other cars have that issue, but if you know how to use mirrors it won’t be a problem.
122hp wow that’s low hp, and we Americans complain that the 186 hp we get is a little under powered.
Mazda's 2.5L engine is a complete waste of time and energy, and the auto box doesn't help. I tested the 2.5L Mazda6 a few months ago, and it was absolutely horrible to drive because of that engine. Mazda has a decent 2.0 160-165 hp engine, which works pretty well with a manual transmission even in bigger (by European standard) cars like the CX-5 and Mazda6.
I think you nailed it with your conclusion. To me it also seems like unfinished product with one engine option. Mazda facelifts nr6 for ages so it probably works for mazda perfectly. not sure if it works also for buyes/betatesters :)
The lack of engines in Europe is due to Mazda's decision not to fit a particulate filter on the petrol model, nor urea injection (AdBlue) on the diesel. This saves money, weight and space, but means the engine has to run very clean. Most manufacturers have had to fit these features because they can't make engines that run clean enough to pass modern emissions tests, but Mazda's ace SkyActiv-X engine runs so clean that they aren't necessary. However, in the meantime while Mazda finishes work on the new engine they've had to aggressively detune their existing petrol engine and fit a mild hybrid system to pass these tests.
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IMHO its look nice....But interior, esp fuel gage/coolant temp looks outdated. Among others contra- as per mechanics SkyActive engines can not be overhaul due to construction...
Excellent review and I enjoy your humor. I think Mazda is going in the wrong direction with the Model 3........The wheelbase should be lengthened 3 inches to give more legroom for rear seat passengers, the windows need to be larger, and the hatchback needs to be less slanted to provide more useful luggage capacity. Mazda apparently thinks styling is more important than practicality. I imagine a lot of folks that like this design won't carry adults in the rear seat and have enough cargo capacity with the rear seat backs flipped forward. But still, the view out of the car is really limited. Let's hope other manufactures don't follow this example. I want windows, not cameras. 🤔
I think Mazda is trying to steer people that want the things you complain about more towards their SUVs, especially the soon to be released CX-30. The 3 now seems more attuned to someone looking for a ‘sporty’ (ie. less practical) hatchback. Personally, I love the look of the new 3 Hatch and would overlook the impracticalities in preference to its style. But that’s me. I find practical cars boring.
@@Crosshead1The Mazda 3 hatchback has transitioned from what was once nearly a station wagon shape to its now sporty shape, which does have an appeal to some. So when are they going to put the turbo 2.5 in it? I suspect that all car companies would love for everyone to buy a CUV, SUV or truck.....that's where the most profit is. The F-150 has become Ford's gold mine.
I own a mazda 3 hatch ( previous gen), and some reviews say the rear seat is smAller than some. But, thats because cars like the Civic and Carolla have grown to near mid size dimensions. I bout a 3 because i like compact cars. If rear seat room is a priority, wouldn’t most people shop the mid size class?
@@mikeracicot5003 The current Civic sedan and Corolla sedan are a bit smaller in wheelbase, width, length, height than the current Mazda 3 sedan and all three of these are in the compact car category. I had a 2013 Mazda 3 hatch and it was great except no adults wanted to ever ride in the back seat and the wind and road noise was terrible. Got 40 mpg and was fun to drive.
rizzle razzleuno i think the new Mazda3 sedan has grown, and the hatch really hasn’t. I could be wrong, but i believe the sedan has more rear seat legroom andis competetive with those other cars, while the hatch is smaller. Either way, Mazda seems to have much more passion for crafting stylish, fun cars. The others are reliable, prActical, and boring ( of fugly, in the Civic hatch’s case)
This was a bit disappointing after the glowing reviews from across the Atlantic. It always seems a bit pricy compared to the USA too.
Why is the hood so big for a small car is it rwd
FWD with AWD option.
Estetic, witch make sense...
Is it really that bad?
As a place to be in - it's great. As a car to drive - it's mediocre.
@@MarekDrives i'm planning on buying a car in this segment. I specifically value build quality and reliability. What would your top 3 suggestions be? Thank you
as a child of the 1970s, I remember how the consensus was that American cars were inferior, because (to start) they had lousy visability. But nowadays we are supposed to accept tiny windows. The Ford Gran Torino, a car of the future from 1972?...
AFAIK poor visibility was the least of American cars' problems :)
@@MarekDrives yep. They were also overweight, looked stupid, had poor interior-space-to-footprint ratio... So they have more in common with SUVs than they have to the Mazda3.
Leon FR z silnikiem 1.5 tsi 130 - 78 tys. zl na wyprzedaży rocznika. Powiem krótko. Jestem zakochany w tym aucie.
Tylko szkoda ze plastikowa
But plastic :(
Not made as well, not as reliable and inferior internals. I do like the look though, even though it's too much like other cars.
@@djoetma yea but the astra k with 1.6 200ps engine are very good and response car.
Nice, ekonomic, fast.
Nothing is plastic in kokpit without piano black version. In option you can get the best helpful and small additives.
But when you want take that car about Mazda or as Leon FR you can be satisfied.
@@Player_-lu5kh I've driven a 1.6 Innovation Astra in search of a replacement for my 1 series. It seems like a fine engine, but it's certainly is not as responsive as the Skyactiv engines. Far from it, which is to be expected, because it's blown vs naturally aspirated. Also, that car was way more expensive than 30K.
But also, the car itself is mediocre at best. Yes, at first glance the interior looks well made, but it's still not as good as you'll find in more expensive cars (which makes sense). And in my experience, after a while Opels always get rattles and creaks, and it's certainly not the most reliable brand (I wonder how this will develop under Peugeot). Not that this last thing matters for many since most people in Europe but new cars as part of a lease, but still.
Btw, I hate piano black. For me it's a reason to simply not buy any car or other product that has it.
Remember Piano Plastic is option for xx extra $ in standard we have nice silver color.
Skyactiv is ok but only version with turbo module. Without that futures we have very very slowly motor.
I know 200hp vs 165 but look at the 1wei:1ps
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Non turbo engine always be slower than the same 1,8 2,0 and more engines.
One thing where i tolerates
piano black is the radiator on the ram module :D
Jaguar wants its F Pace rear end design back. I bought Mazda's through the 70's and 80's, until I saw the light and bought Toyota's instead.
Mazdas in the 70s and 80s got terrible gas mileage compared to the other Japanese makes, plus their interiors seemed cheaper, lots of black plastic and vinyl. I loved my 70s and 80s Toyotas and Datsun (Nissan ) cars. My Nissan Sentra station wagon averaged 40 mpg with 5-speed manual.
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How comes that you mostly said bad things about this car? Never said anything about the tons of changes they did for a better sound insulation, all the safety equipment that this gets as standard , the new Bose sound system relocation for better sound acoustics, how the car now locks automatically when you start driving , all four of the windows now can go down with one long press, coming home lights, 360 view camera, the new enhanced haptics of the buttons, all of this are upgrades of the old generation complaints! Man , I don't say this car is perfect, but your review seemed like a subjective negative propaganda. Guys, go look for a solid deep and real review of this car like from the savageese or autogefuel and you will see that this car hides a lot more under its skin
I second that
My 2019 Mazda just about killed me on Sunday... had I been going 60mph I'd be dead from the "automatic bracking" system. Got my recall notice on Tuesday. This car 'technology' is going to kill a lot of people.
indica 777 what? How? Can u elaborate?
Jak zwykle, czepianie się drobiazgow bez znaczenia. Może zacznie pan mówić o samochodzie, a nie o swoich problemach?
Które prolemy bez znaczenia? I jakich informacji o samochodzie brakuje?
The rear of the car with the huge pillars looks very bulky and ugly to me. Even though sedans are not very practical, I like the Mazda 3 sedan much more.
I'm looking forward to the new Corolla review.
Oddly, the large C pillar has really grown on me, especially when you see the car ‘in the flesh’. It just doesn’t seem as big anymore.
@@Crosshead1 Well, I have yet to see it in real life, but I don't expect to like it.
"Worst backache ever"....pure hyperbole and bollocks
I have the regular seats and they are comfortable.
I was really disappointed when I drove this a couple of weeks ago, ride was really harsh and jittery. Automatic gearbox was slow and it really needs a turbo. Better fuel consumption wouldn’t hurt either. Liked the design tho, looks better IRL then in pictures.
'I needs a turbo'... Mazda is probably never going to give you what you want. They are all about the feel of the naturally aspirated engine.
L.GH. Djoetma Same with Toyota, wishful thinking :)
@@kf6857 I like the naturally aspirated, more direct feel. Also I think these are more reliable. I think it's also a different driving style is required. I mean, low in the rpms you'll notice a difference but not high in the rpms. But maybe Mazda can bring something with skyactiv for the people who want more power 'underneath'.
I’ll agree with you that it definitely needs a turbo, but I own a Mazda 3 without a turbo and I love the power I get from this car! It’s 4 cylinder car but feels like a 6 cylinder when you punch the gas.
what r u talking about 10% cheaper than corolla ... mazda 3 is 6.000 euros more expensive, check your maths.
Prices are accurate at the time of publication.
For me Mazda wins on style inside and out . Their engine tech
Scares me .
You gotta admit though, Mazda’s engine tech is extraordinary. How do you get that much power out of a 4 cylinder engine without a turbo or supercharger? Impressive and remarkable are words that come to mind when I think of Mazda’s engine tech.
I am not sure this Mazda 3 will sell a lot. 122hp max 2.0/2.5L, no sunroof no red/white interior ( not sure about the sedan) and still a big price. Civic for me.
Civics rattle and buzz...these are not good cars and Hondas are not as well engineered as they used to be...see John Cudogan video.
Novinar koji stalno trazi mane na automobilima.Voleo bi da nam kaze koji je to auto koji on vozi pa da mi ostali vozaci to prokomentarishemo.Ni jedan njegov test nije pozitivan.Ocigledno da novinar neprati izlaganje drugih kolega.Kada ga covek slusa zapita se koji je to auto da je dobar a da se svima svidja.
Corolla 1981 it's better than this garbage (Scotty kilmer).
Another glum review from the pound shop Clarkson.
I don't even watch Mazda reviews anymore...
Whiny.
They want us to pay 30k for this? Nah...
All C segment cars I would say this about. As a BMW 1 series owner, I don't think many of these 'premium' C segment cars are worth their money. Mazda apparently is on this level now, but for a lower price. But 30K for a C segmenter is still crazy. The positive is that lease drivers might get D segment cars approved more easy now.
Oof 30k for this? Mazda loses value so fast, leasing company will avoid this at any cost.
@2WIREG no thats what you get for being in a country within the EU....once out we can lower tarrifs eg 10% on Tesla etc etc
Marek, why do you hate french cars that much? Specially renaults , i personally owned 5 renaults and they proved to be quite reliable fun to drive cars. Their designs are always amazing until the last moment and everything is made for a reason they have quite spacious boots and cabins nth is upside down
Im better off with a megane 4 than this mazda 3 , more than half of the car is a bonnet why would i do that to myself !
Actually I love a good French car. Not many of them out there, but I'll take a DS7 or a C5 Aircross any day :)
@@MarekDrives Don't forget new peugeot 3008! :)
Mazda i premium hahaha
overpriced piece of /krap/
Rubbish car. I can't finish watching. Golf, Astra and Guilietta for me.
Astra? 😂😂😂😂😂