Mazda car reviews Mazda 3 reviews

NEW PRICE: £14,985 - £23,590
USED PRICE: From £3,125

The oft-overlooked Mazda 3 is a medium-sized hatchback that competes against the Ford Focus, Vauxhall Astra and Volkswagen Golf. It's competent all-rounder with plenty of standard equipment and an above-average reliability record.

Latest model: Mazda 3 (2009-)

Pros and cons

Pro: Distinctive styling, spacious interior, decent to drive, good reliability
Con:
Petrol engines aren't great, interior is showing its age

New Mazda 3
Used Mazda 3

New Mazda 3 reviews

The second-generation Mazda 3 was launched in 2009 and received a facelift in February 2012. It looks striking and, being based on the previous Ford Focus platform, it's fun to drive. The 3 is also a spacious and practical choice. But how does it stack up against its numerous rivals? Read our full review to find out.

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Our initial thoughts on the Mazda 3 MPS

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1 New Mazda 3 review available

Mazda 3 (2009-)

New price: £14,985 - £23,590
The latest Mazda 3 takes the game to the Ford Focus and VW Golf, and is also available in fiery hot MPS guise. Our testers put it through its paces.

Used Mazda 3 reviews

The 2004-2009 Mazda 3 is great value second-hand. Model-for-model, it comes up cheaper than the closely-related Ford Focus, despite its better performance in reliability surveys. Which? has the full lowdown on buying a used 3; read our full review for more details.

1 Used Mazda 3 review available