2014 Mazda 3 Review

[@ramsey2314]

Just got me the 2014 Mazda 3, 4 door sedan 2 days ago. Its so fun, and a head turner for sure. Looks great in black, with black interior. Classy and mean/sporty. Its my 3rd Mazda now, and I see myself sticking with this company for years if they keep up this level of quality and price.

[@bradym762]

I'm about to buy my second, great cars!

[@aytabee]

does sedan have Manual Trans?

[@tamaragorstein9512]

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[@elizabethnwaeke7284]

@@EvanLeBlanc how is the car coming up? Do you advise I get the same?

[@baggycars_9245]

How is it still holding up

[@_DeaN_.]

It's been 10 years but the design is still beautiful for the next 10 years

[@AutoGuide]

Recently we named the 2014 Mazda3 as our Car of the Year. Watch our first drive and see that we were immediately impressed. Mazda USA #mazda #mazda3 #2014mazda3 #zoomzoom #gamechanger

[@TheAdventureAuto]

I have had my Mazda 3 for over a year now and love it. All these reviews were so helpful in making an informed decision on which car to buy. Im about to post my own review vid after 21000 miles, as well as a video on how to update the maps in the navigation system. Thanks for your review video.

[@aaron___6014]

where is the video?

[@juukame]

I never would've even considered buying a Mazda, but this and the new 6 look absolutely amazing. Kudos to Mazda, especially considering they had to make these new models all from scratch on their own without help from ford.

[@germboy007]

not 6 but mazda 3 completely two different car

[@alphacentauri8083]

I just took the five door one for a test drive and was pleasantly surprised, and this is coming from someone who currently drives a regular four door sedan. The Mazda3 is very comfortable, responsive, and the interior blew me away! Quality design and materials. The practical but stylish design works for me.

[@alinvasileardelean495]

I bought this car from my girlfriend. It was 2013 and i bought now in 2024 . It didn't had issues just consumables . Breakes , Start-Stop baterie, and one front light bulb. Engine works perfect in any conditions . I am v satisfied about this car !

[@TheAdventureAuto]

The looks of the 3rd gen have held up so well over time. A lot of vehicles become dated, but this still looks new. And gotta love the soul red ;)

[@xalyssamemeryx]

I got a Mazda 3 I gt hatchback, absolutely love it no complaints about, handles like a dream even in snow and even as a hatchback still looks sporty but still gives you the extra cargo room. I do actually like the touch screen placement it looks weird yes but it's easier to glance at when driving.

[@darvelbidenisapuppet7275]

It took me a couple weeks but now I am familiar with the controlls and dont need to go looking around for any of the controlls. I dont miss the sea of buttons my previous cars had.

[@IamAnnety]

Do you still drive this mazda, still strong??

[@bobbytsai9574]

The "ipad" style screen is up there because it's MUCH safer to have it as close to eye level as possible. This was more of a promotion for Mazda than a review. This nerd-turned-reviewer isn't working. Easy on the new words like "twizzle" instead of torque. These cars are extremely reliable and when you learn it amounts to 30% of their sales, you know the engineers took their sweet ass time with it. Should be a quality product.

[@superknight9152]

If you're referring to around the 2:23 mark, he said "twist" not "twizzle", which is definitely not a new word.

[@tayloroux]

Absolutely makes Civic and Corolla look like old cars. I am a huge Honda fan and own a BMW now, but Mazda has done it right. The CX-5, 6, and now the 3 look so sexy and get GREAT mpg, why would you buy anything else? My next car will probably be a Mazda 6.

[@warikplaya]

This car is beautiful! Something I couldn't say about the previous one..

[@chibi_undercover9663]

The smile was the best part :(

[@Native722]

Is it possible to upgrade the stereo?

[@cynthiabouanhuenh7263]

This car is amazing. It is very comfortable and smooth. If u don't think so go test drive over the dealer

[@juukame]

Funny when he said the Nav screen looked like an afterthought that they just stuck on, I said the exact same thing about the new Merc A- class/ CLA.

[@VincentsVideoVisions]

My 2014 Mazda 3 hatchback is still working perfectly after 75k miles. No issues whatsoever. My only real complaint is that the stock stereo system sucks and there aren't any aftermarket options for it that I know of.

[@AgentZero88]

This car is sick, saw one today already tuned up.

[@jujuevins]

I've had my 2014 Mazda 3 iTouring for two weeks. It's a dream--drives great, looks great and I'm getting 32.6 mpg combined city/highway. It was a tough call choosing among the 2014 Kia Forte (amazing interior, great handling); the 2014 Hyundai Elantra (great gas mileage and refined interior); and the Mazda. But very happy with my decision to go Mazda.

[@JustenNguyen]

Yea I think Craig is one of the better car review presenters out there. Also props to the autoguide team that shot this, very well shot. Especially in comparison to other reviewers.

[@mctwain5319]

The US variants offered are 2.5 & 2.0 litter naturally aspirated Skyactiv engine. Europe has a diesel version that has smaller engine that gets 65+mpg! I have a 2.5 that at 70 mph cc on, gets 40+mpg! In sport mode with paddle shifters and no spare tire 0-60 under 7 secs! Handling on par with Miata just bit heavier has accelerometer turns amazing! . Yes this car is a luxury economy car that competes with BMW, Mercedes, Kia sport, Hybrids! 40+ mpg Zoom Zoom Mazda!

[@dayXnightXdream]

I do agree the screen is kind of an after thought, but the rest of the car is very appealing, and since I won't be getting the upgraded version with the screen it's no big deal for me. Can't wait to stop by a Mazda dealership and test it out, it's definitely the most appealing car in this price range.

[@elonmademedoit]

I don't know about you guys, but I had the 2.2 Diesel Bi-Turbo engine here in Europe and that engine did justice to this car! After a standard software optimization I had 470 N/m torque and 190 hp

[@KrissKross04]

I have owned the I Grand touring model of this car for a week now, and I am glad I love the car. I didn't pay 30k for it, but the interior makes it feel like i paid more for it. I love the bose system that came with model. The car handles really well and I was concerned a bit because I opted for the 155 hp rather than the 185 hp model, so i didn't think i have enough power, but gotta say it still has a good amount of kick to it. I also am glad they redesigned the look of this car. Compare the 2014 to all the other years, and this one definitely looks a lot nicer. Great car!

[@hnnotyy]

Sedan version please.

[@abdulhamza172]

Isn't the mpg on both 2.0 and 2.5 the same? The information in their website is not that clear

[@FirstDragon777]

I just bought the sadden version, and it rocks. I got the sport and have no complaints. I had small cars ranging from Nissan to Suzuki and I can say this car smokes them in options and style.

[@gr743g43ggfb4]

The host did a very good job of reviewing the vehicle! i would like to see more of him

[@Iamthealmighty]

is this guy serious? whats wrong with the digital gauges? keep up with the times Scrooge

[@kevinmsft]

I thought the stress was on "cheesy-looking".

[@darvelbidenisapuppet7275]

Ya look at a few new BMW and Merc CLK and mazda is sharing alot of design. Then go look at Acura ILX and then the price and you jump on the mazda3 S touring and feel like you riped the company off. 24k is all it takes to get a M3S Touring.

[@polaris911]

I agree with the reviewer on the gauges. I have a 2007 Mazda 3 which has all analogue gauges and it looks much more Mazda, and less like Toyota, Honda and others.

[@friscoprocessserver6078]

+Android AD!KT I agree with the reviewer, analogue is classic

[@chriskamzol318]

You are also forgetting the GT comes with a different set of gauge features. the Base model is different.

[@kazimaskari7213]

Just bought one yesterday as my second car in Germany, is it good choice?

[@Jakedman21]

I think cars that can connect to Facebook are ridiculous, it's like you gotta go to the grocery store, you put down your I pad, walk out the door looking at your I phone, get in the car, then connect to twitter. I mean..come on...

[@honestycounts9352]

Bonnie Bunny yeah, and then they slam into a telephone pole at 50 mph because they were updating their facebook status on the car's display.

[@JanMichaelFranklin]

Craig does some great reviews. I'm a fan of Mazda, and the new crop of cars from the new "solo" Mazda are some of the best cars out there. Looking forward to the next Miata, and hopefully sales will stay strong so that we will get a new RX-7!!

[@eltonjohn3236]

The one thing I'll say about the 3 is that it's a really fun car to drive. I have a 2012. If you're a person that enjoys driving and doesn't want to spend a lot of money, it's a great choice. If you don't enjoy driving, you may prefer a Civic or ultra-dull Corolla.

[@mrzack888]

is this car safe?

[@KingmanIII]

stop asking me to change my name! Corolla actually did well in all tests except for the small overlap (M), only because of the degree of intrusion of the instrument panel.

[@cilocelo2658]

My future car. I love you mazda 3 skyactiv

[@Youtubepoiuytre]

When are they going to until the sedan version on their website? The price point of the sedan version is a steal. If there isn't much difference between the two performance wise, I'm definitely getting it.

[@Youtubepoiuytre]

does anyone know when the 2014 Elantra comes out? I'm not sure whether I should get this or a 2014 Elantra if it comes out soon and is as good, or better than this.

[@McGovern1981]

Take a look at where they put the front plate on this car.......was about to get one but that absolutely killed the look for me....

[@sandykoong]

Gonna get the SP25 Astina. Yes top of the range baby.

[@Auto-Minute]

Is this shot in Coronado?

[@bugsy101073]

what specific DSLR are they using?

[@newwebkinzjava]

Anyone know the song that plays at 0:50?

[@asterixky]

My 2008 Mazda3 is still a zoom zoom and driving strong, but boy I want the 2014.

[@mctwain5319]

Everything is fine, transmission superirior, ride noise loud, but it handles at 120 mph,fine. In LA traffic takes everyone easily. Sport mode great. For family or sport nothing comes close, looks incredible next to cousin design Tesla Model S, it is a work of great engineering.

[@supremewhip]

Great review as usual! Question though. What road is that? I frequently travel to San Diego and I have yet to find a seemingly perfect canyon carving road like the one in the video.

[@RoosterRew88]

who the hell doesnt like the knob control!? I get how some dont like the screen, me personally, I dig it. Would be cool if it would retract into the dash, but not something I think is that big a deal. Also what a weird statement on the dash gauges. The only thing I find strange, is on the i version, the center stack is MPH gauge, even with Manuel. and in the '14 S the RPM guage is in the center stack, even though all are auto trans. Great looking car IMO. best in the class. has some quirks, (Rims on I models, Seat fabric options) but not the things he seemed to mention.

[@divadriver]

Good review... I went to a dealer to see the car, the dash looked cool... my daughter thought the interior looked like a luxury car

[@eltonjohn3236]

I agree with you there. On the old model, it's $1,000 more. Ford does the same with it's Focus sedan/hatch

[@cheeno515]

Hi, I have a question you may be able to answer. I own a 2014 Mazda 3 in Titanium Flash Mica. Is this color the same as Titanium Flash Pearl? I ask because I can't find RH passenger side view mirror in Titanium Flash Mica; I've only found Pearl.

[@smcjefe]

Is C segment car really a term??

[@LukeRuka]

so the us models dont have diesel or hybrids

[@Ty-tz5cf]

Does the 2014 GX have the RPM's? heard it doesn't come with it.

[@alcanhg]

I just test drove this car while my 2008 Mazda CX9 was being serviced. Really liking it. It is not in the same category as the Civic/Corolla/Jetta/Sentra. It is more upscale than those cars. Will probably get this in a year's time to replace my gas-loving CX9.

[@marklestercervantes]

Did you get to review Suzuki Swift Sport 2014 or 2015 model? I'm comparing Mazda 3 2014 hatchback to Swift Sport. I wonder what is much solid to drive in terms of built and quality for a single guy?

[@diskarte_mindset]

I like that hatch.. . Affordable, compact and sporty.. .

[@DJTEVAdotCOM]

mmm the commercial shows a HUD NAV...where is that??

[@kclowney97]

I personally liked the 2010-2011 body style , then it got similar refresh in the 2013 model. but in the refresh they made all the sharp corners softer, making it look less aggressive. with this 2014 model adopting the new Mazda style does work in the front, but the rear isn't much too look at and the interior is a step back. also with the new mazada style most of their cars blend with other company's with their larger grilles

[@alpha7ization]

I wish Toyota would learn from Mazda> You can make cars that are fun to drive and don't cost a fortune

[@fengy9379]

hatch or sedan ?

[@campsharyn]

dear Mazda...how do you disable that distracting "active driving display" and why is it even there, since it is redundant to information just a few inches away?

[@tiberianexcalibur]

Well it will be completely different from your 3, the steering is extremely light in low speed and is very directional. It has a premium quality feel interior and lots of technology built into it depending on trim level.

[@jocomcd]

Glad they eliminated the grin on the grill. The Mazda 3 was going to be my next car until they did that. I agree that the navigation display comes off as an awkward afterthought. Reminds me of the Sony Dash. And it doesn't fold down? I could understand it's "digital picture frame sitting on the dash" look if it disappeared when not in use. Otherwise looks like a solid car. It should continue to sell well although I think some buyers will choose the CX5 over the 3.

[@bombshellbeauty4924]

is it a manual or an automatic?

[@bliglum]

I predict this will be a huge winner for Mazda.. It looks SOOOO much better than that last "goofy grin" model!

[@ssjkev16]

another amazing review craig! this guy deserves a raise! lol

[@milada-d9027]

Can anyone tell me which car is good to buy 1.2014 honda city 1.5 2.hyundai elentra 3. Mazda 3 Which one should I go for???

[@tomtom5418]

way to go mazda! looks like you got a winner there

[@GundamAngelicDevil]

Oh, and I loved that quirky feature because it was never that distracting while on the road. Why Mazda chose to do things differently... well, its Mazda.

[@klukash]

i would consider a focus too because of all the rebates and incentives

[@buildmorefarms1007]

The only bad things I saw on this car is that the NAV system will appeal to thieves that may think it is just sitting on the dash and there are very few storage areas in the cabin for your stuff.

[@Woodcote]

Great review, and I agree that NAV screen is terrible! Otherwise I really like this new Mazda 3.

[@abjcho]

Anyone know if there is radar cruise control in the GT Tech Package? Almost every review I'd read said it has the same features as the Mazda6 I-Activsense but neither the website or the one dealer I'd talked to know anything about the MRCC on the 3.

[@BTC909]

Hey Craig, set the drivers seat for yourself and try and get into the seat behind you. So so review, missed the 2nd row and cargo area.

[@AlohaBiatch]

I think I'll go with the mazda 6 because the price difference isn't that great in the US and the styling, comfort and driving feel of the 6 is superior. I currently own a 2011 mazda 3 and I would be glad to upgrade to one of their new cars with much better mpg, styling and interiors.

[@GundamAngelicDevil]

It is a cheap-shot at the old idea of Heads-Up Display that existed on some vehicles in the 90s. Some premium brands like BMW and Lexus are beginning to integrate this feature in their lineup, but they are direct to windshield (which is the way its meant to be, IMO).

[@marcelo1810]

What's the song at the beginning?

[@branot89]

That instrument cluster looks like the one in McLaren 12C. Don't complain about that!

[@carlmadarang2454]

When is this car coming out? I live in Cali! Debating between this and Honda Civic!

[@Sreerag01]

Some feature on the mazda might disappear over time, like the Navigation in Active Driving Display no more works on North America cars. Other feature may also have same fate.I have a mazda 3 2014 Touring, dont buy looking at the features else you will have my experience.

[@stevenbogardus3447]

Very nice review!

[@blane237]

Oh please. What car in the class looks better?

[@daniel9068]

hey craig you quit NCIX ??

[@laweezemorton8884]

I've always just bought BMWs, but I would probably consider this for my next car.. Just such a great design.. Love the lines, love the short overhangs, and the Mazdaspeed3 should be really fun to drive.

[@ciaranfitzpatrick8334]

the infotainment looks great, and those gauges look better than anything in that segment. I think they just feel like they need to complain about something.

[@Turco949]

Can anyone explain to me why the hatchback (5 door) versions of the same car is $2k-$3 more even though everything, other than the frame, is identical? Thankfully, I actually liked the sedan version of this model much better. Still, even $25K for a compact car seems high, I would never pay $30+.

[@istvanhlorincz7910]

Just have driven a 2014 model today and the dashboard is different.....it has a big analog rev instruments and digital speedometer.....you say 2014 Mazda 3 Review...however think it is the older model....

[@suzie2230]

everything's great, but ya seriously why dint they pay a little more attention to the interior navigation thing!

[@Kxxaiii]

i dont care if this guy is a little nerdy he does his job GOOD!

[@freddykrueger5503]

Thanks for the review. I agree that the digital readouts look like they don't fit the style of the vehicle.

[@chrysten3400]

Does it have a rear view camera?

[@PrateekBehera]

yes

[@TheRichardboom]

its a hell of a lot better than the 2013, and plus, it looks very adult and luxurious, among with classy.

[@XxLowellxX]

For 26K+ (Mazda3 S GT), why wouldn't someone get the 2015 WRX instead? 184hp vs 268 hp + awd, zoom zoom or not, 80+ more hp while in the same category (compact car), got to be more fun, right?

[@Quanta2998]

the 2015 WRX at that price point is the base model versus the 26k Mazda3 having a lot of stuff included in there.

[@Achilles5Cenci]

WRX has awful gas mileage.

[@mikesmith5375]

Everything this reviewer did not like the big guys MERCEDES, AUDI and BMW said YES to like the floating IPAD its the future and change comes with dislikes, its LIFE! The analog and digital gauges I LOVE and SO do MOST people its exciting not boring without looking CHEAP! MAZDA you have arrived!

[@dayXnightXdream]

To be fair, the 4 door looks a lot better than the 5 door for the 2014 models, though they're really pushing the 5 door, and red is not a good color for this car.

[@Belal-Khan]

they should have left the tachometer analog and made the speedo digital. It's a lot more important at least in the manual.

[@RespectFalseIcons]

are they going to make a new speed version?

[@mikesmith5375]

Yes, its coming in 2018 and its on the internet!

[@RespectFalseIcons]

Mike Smith can i have a link please? ive done some research online and ive come across nothing but rumors so far.

[@fatbikefreak5962]

Will my Fat Bike fit in the back with both wheels on?

[@Barobran92]

I still like the Hyundai Elantra GT and Ford Focus better, it is pretty nice and much improved, but not everyone wants the same thing, if they did there would be no reason for competition.

[@BorisTerekidi]

I think the reason why they had to design the new Mazda3 was because since they initially launched Mazda3 in 2004, not much has changed. The competition was making lots of progress and Mazda was just sitting there, pushing the same thing for years and years. I had a 2004 Mazda3 and I got a rental 2013 model (while my primary car is being repaired). Sadly, there is not a single feature in the 2013 model that is better than 2004. They changed a few things just so they can sell it as new, but overall - it's exactly the same car. Oh.. the interior became more complicated. That being said, the new car looks really really nice.

[@apan77]

THe new mazda kicks it´s ass

[@DesertDweller22]

I can't wait until it arrives. I already have a 2006 350Z that turns heads left, so the M3 will turn their heads right, I guess! Have fun!

[@Caesaurus]

brr, I'm getting goosebumps just by looking at it, clearly the best looking hatchback in the last years! Too bad it has those cheap looking 15" wheels in this clip, imagine a set of black 19" rims on it... uuhh! I'm getting goosebumps again!