Feedback on Mazda CX-3

[Indydriver]

Just helped my daughter buy a 2017 AWD Touring w/sunroof, stereo package. Got a great deal. I've never been in a bad driving Mazda. Looks good. Great interior. Anyone have any issues with ownership, driving it?

 

[JohnnyJohnson]

Originally Posted By: Indydriver
Just helped my daughter buy a 2017 AWD Touring w/sunroof, stereo package. Got a great deal. I've never been in a bad driving Mazda. Looks good. Great interior. Anyone have any issues with ownership, driving it?


My stepdaughter has a 1994 Mazada Protoza 254K still getting down the road.

 

[IndyIan]

The only "bad" thing I've heard is that its small inside as its based on the Mazda2, not the Mazda3. So if that's fine then it should be a good car.

 

[OneEyeJack]

My daughter has a 2017 6 and with just over 10K miles really likes the car. So far, no problems. Even all the little stuff still works and this is a top of the line model with all kinds of "stuff".

 

[Kuato]

Mazdas are solid. Considering a CX-5 myself. Didn't drive the CX-3 since my head was on the ceiling but the quality seemed on par with their other offerings.

 

[Dave Hess]

Mazdas are all around great cars and you definitely get a lot for your money.

I'm also thinking about a CX-5 to replace an Accord.

 

[Quattro Pete]

Patiently awaiting all the rust comments....

 

[Indydriver]

Originally Posted By: IndyIan
The only "bad" thing I've heard is that its small inside as its based on the Mazda2, not the Mazda3. So if that's fine then it should be a good car.
Originally Posted By: Kuato
Mazdas are solid. Considering a CX-5 myself. Didn't drive the CX-3 since my head was on the ceiling but the quality seemed on par with their other offerings.


I'm 6'-5" 300 lbs and I fit in the car fine. Apparently it is not widely known by salesmen and some owners but the manually adjusted seat does have a height adjustment. My daughter wanted a small car and it's definitely smaller than the 5 but she really likes it after driving a big four door Chrysler product for 9 years.

When you put the trans in manual and "sport" it's actually kind of fun to drive.

 

[JTK]

Originally Posted By: Quattro Pete
Patiently awaiting all the rust comments....

Now that you mention that, it's rare to see older, high mileage Mazdas in my area because of this.

 

[AZjeff]

Daughter bought a '15 CX-5 in 11/14 and at 30k it's been a solid trouble free car. Not sure about the Zoom-Zoom bit, there's not enough difference in driving dynamics between it and our '14 RAV4 to tell them apart. CX-3 should be a great car.

 

[PimTac]

If all goes according to plan I will purchase a CX-5 late next week. Mazda is on top of their game right now. I cannot think of any downside to the CX-3. If you have the AWD, it is considered to be a top notch system, as good as any of them including Subaru.

 

[RazorsEdge]

I like the cx-3 and cx-5.

I need to test drive one and see if I want to purchase one myself.

 

[Indydriver]

Originally Posted By: PimTac
If all goes according to plan I will purchase a CX-5 late next week. Mazda is on top of their game right now. I cannot think of any downside to the CX-3. If you have the AWD, it is considered to be a top notch system, as good as any of them including Subaru.


Good luck with your purchase. They are really dealing on ‘17s. We ended up $3800 below MSRP before tax and title. Also got the $199 doc fee waived as a repeat customer. Let’s us know how it goes.

 

[miden851]

I like everything about Mazda these days but the residual value...

 

[E365]

I’ve sat in them at auto shows. Couldn’t believe how small the backseat is. Unless you need AWD, the Mazda 3 hatch seems to be clearly superior in nearly every way.

 

[bladecutter]

Originally Posted By: E365
I’ve sat in them at auto shows. Couldn’t believe how small the backseat is. Unless you need AWD, the Mazda 3 hatch seems to be clearly superior in nearly every way.


The CX-3 is built off of the Mazda 2 platform, so yes, a small back seat is part of the chassis.
You want bigger, buy something bigger. Practically the same money to get a Mazda 3, Mazda 6, or CX-5.

BC.

 

[spasm3]

We looked at the cx-3 in 2016 liked it except for one exception. The rear seat was completely uncomfortable for any adult. Headrest made you sit in a c fashion. Perhaps they corrected this in the 2017-18.

 

[StevieC]

Originally Posted By: miden851
I like everything about Mazda these days but the residual value...


Try driving a Hyundai/Kia.

 

[buster]

Old thread. I saw this video and was impressed again with the AWD of the CX-3/5.