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Mazda Mazda3 repairs by problem area
Engine (27%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (21%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)
Other (6%)
Chart based on 3293 repairs.
Mazda Mazda3 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (1%)
$1000 - $2499 (10%)
$500 - $999 (16%)
$100 - $499 (39%)
< $100 (34%)
Chart based on 1826 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
Mazda Mazda3 problems by year
2004 - 2006 (30%)
2007 - 2008 (28%)
2009 - 2009 (10%)
2010 - 2011 (12%)
2012 - 2013 (8%)
2014 - 2016 (11%)
2017 - 2018 (1%)
2019 - present (1%)
Chart based on 3333 repair trips.
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Personal Experiences of the Mazda Mazda3
| Mazda Mazda3 Personal Experiences: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have had good history with the Mazda brand full 2011 Mazda Mazda3 review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
4th Mazda owned, very high reliability and quality is excellent. Sporty fun and never get bored driving any Mazda. full 2010 Mazda Mazda3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
I have owned Mazdas since 1984 including a 1991 Protege, which is the forerunner of the Mazda3. These cars are built and sold for the world market (as opposed to the 6 series) and have always been good, reliable cars. full 2008 Mazda Mazda3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I owned a madza 6i before and absolutely loved everything about it except for the engine. I only had the 4cyl and thought "if this car had another 100 horse it would be fun" So i got a smaller version in the 3 and it was exactly what I thought it wouldbe full 2007 Mazda Mazda3 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
I have only had one problem that required me to take the car into the dealership. It was resolved after a second trip to the dealership. full 2006 Mazda Mazda3 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
I had a mazda protege5 and it was a very reliable car full 2005 Mazda Mazda3 review |
| Mazda Mazda3 Personal Experiences: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Based on my experience with Mazda, I'll never purchase one again. full 2010 Mazda Mazda3 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The AC is weak.This is a typical problem for that modelyear. I measured discharge air temeprature and the AC cycled off at 50°F. for comparison I did this to my Mazda 6 and that AC discharged air at 40°F before cycling off. Mine was black, so this weak AC is a problem. full 2005 Mazda Mazda3 review |
