2019 Mazda 3 AWD - *ALMOST* Smooth Sailing So Far! (35,000 Miles Of Ownership)

[@divineoracle4809]

Keep posting these please! It'll be so interesting to see how long it lasts with no major repairs. You're not complaining, You're being real. Most people in the market for a 3 will appreciate this information!

[@JSmile763]

Really appreciate these updates! I'm currently hoping to get one for myself once the car market gets better.

[@aldotabora2371]

Talking about miles and here I am still owning a Mazda3 2014 s GT premium with the 2.5L since the first ones ever arrived at Mazda dealerships here in Austin, TX. I'm at 323,573 miles and still running as good as my 2019 Mazda6 Signature. Not a single problem to this day.

[@ayfj4572]

That's impressive.

[@lipstickcrane2479]

Not a single problem after 520000 km? Ok....

[@aldotabora2371]

@@lipstickcrane2479 exactly 💯 👌

[@UnofficialVenetica]

The interior looks so premium compared to other cars in its class. Want one but just can’t afford it 😂😭

[@yulboothe4540]

Just got one last week and I love it. Your reviews really helped my choice. I am more than satisfied 👍

[@javon173]

I’m at about 50k on my 2019 and no issues. Still drives like it did the 1st day. I have mostly highway miles

[@anthonyweck4715]

I'm enjoying following your journey with this car. I have a 2021 AWD Turbo hatchback that I bought new in August 2021. Regarding your keyless entry malfunction warning: Recently my door lock sensors on the outside door handles (the ones you touch to lock the car from the outside) started failing intermittently - one day they'd work, one day they wouldn't. I finally took it to the dealership on a day when they weren't working, and the Service Department said that water had gotten inside the door handles and messed up the lock sensors. To remedy the issue, they're ordering new front door handles, and once they come in, they will have to be weatherproofed following a procedure outlined by Mazda, and then installed on the car. Following the diagnostic visit, which involved removing and reinstalling the interior driver's door panel, I'm getting the same keyless entry malfunction warning you did; the tech thinks it's related. My point is that you may be onto something with your hypothesis that condensation got inside the door handles and interfered with the keyless entry system.

[@DJ-op6jt]

appreciate the video. Been having a hard time finding some extended use reviews, so this is great. Gotta say though, disappointed about the issues with the newer turbo model engine. Thats the one I was planning on getting early next year. Hey thats what these reviews are for ...

[@Rich247666]

I still have my 2014 2.5 gt and just hit 170,000km... i drive it very hard. New yellow top Optima... new dws 06+, oil changes every 5000km max... no issues except for a dirty MAF sensor which i pulled out and cleaned 2 years ago... solved! Best car i've ever owned by far! Excellent review.

[@ernthankyou7699]

Great! I watched all your reviews. I have a 2020 AWD in Red at 15K only. I love my car as well!

[@tisha1322]

Love this car! Love Mazda! Good to know that the dealership can tap in and help you troubleshoot if your car is connected!

[@NinaMango789]

The little photo map was a nice touch

[@julianp683]

Thanks for posting your reviews, I just recently purchased a CPO 2021 Mazda 3 Turbo AWD PP with only 4K miles on the odometer and so far I love it. I’ve put about 100 miles on it since I’ve gotten it and it’s so smooth and the BOSE speaker package drowns out any highway or road noise. The only issue I’ve noticed, and this may just be nitpicking but for some reason my heads up display does not read road signs, it simply shows only my speed, even though I have the setting turned on in the infotainment system. I’ve tried resetting it and turning it off and on with no avail. Other than that it’s been amazing and I can’t waiting to see how it is in the long term.

[@vicentegalindo9895]

Thanks for sharing, I have 2021 CX30 none turbo and love it

[@jonbonson]

Good video. Same car, bought around the same time, same mileage, etc... East Central Illinois.

[@shawnwalkom6035]

You cannot go down to a small tire because of the large brake package on the gt awd , my son just bought one so that’s what we were going to do.

[@br5832]

Just fyi - Mazda has acknowledged the issue with scratches on the instrument cluster lens (as of June 10, 2022). The service bulletin is under "Manufacturer Communications" for Mazda vehicles on the NHTSA website. This notice applies to all Mazda Vehicles since 2014. I believe they will replace it for free, so give your dealer a call. But I don't know if the replacement plastic is any better. I'm gonna post this on your other video as well so that more Mazda owners can see this.

[@burns0100]

I'd like to point out that most turbo engines have issues. It's generally the turbo and less the engine and yes Mazda make a good 2.0L and 2.5L. I have a 20 year old Mazda 6 still that runs perfectly engine wise. Body wise it's seen better days but that engine still goes. The tires, I agree with, try and get some 16"s on instead of those 18"s even if they look nice. You'll get a better drive from the car overall too by doing so. Sensor issues are common with harsh weather and environments so thats expected. The only surprise was the window trim lol. Still such an amazing car. I hope to be able to finally buy one this year, I'm glad I couldn't before hand because here in Australia they just updated the base model to include leather steering wheel and shifter for the same price.

[@landscapevision6553]

I have a 2019 Mazda 3, bought it used from a dealer with 9K mile on it. Had the software patches done too. The battery has gone dead on me 4 times in the last 9K miles. It has been back to the dealer twice and both times check out ok? It appears the car uses excessive electrical consumption when the car is not running due to the excessive sensor electrical use i.e. lights that stay on after the car is turn off etc.? Anyway I now travel with a small after market battery charger and even though I love the style and power from the 2.5 engine, I will never buy another Mazda again. Just not comparable to a Toyota or Honda when it comes to reliability. Buyer be aware.

[@gearhead598]

I love hatchback too. Most beautiful car I can afford

[@fr3ddy1461]

I had a chance to get a premium non turbo polymetal grey with red interior one.. I ultimately chose a Kia K5 over this but everytime I see your videos you give me buyers remorse lol. I LOVE my K5

[@ShootingCars]

K5 is another solid choice. The grass is always greener!

[@benjaminjwilson6694]

Late to the party but I decided on the 3 over the k5. Too many engine issues on kias.

[@Redspeciality]

Here’s some advice I learned the hard way thanks to my 4 year old playing, don’t leave the shifter in gear after you’ve turned the engine off or it will quickly drain the battery

[@ridered7394]

Should be a package there on porch or in mailbox, you can bring it in if you want

[@basharfernandohdz9028]

I’m a engineer from the factory in Mazda Mexico , and I can tell you , most of all the issues from the engine is caused by the owner who doesn’t know how turn off the engine correctly and affect the turbo or something more . It’s not fair if you said that they don’t make good engines

[@basharfernandohdz9028]

Also I like your videos and the way you see and feedback you do ,I appreciate keep your style

[@corentindockx]

They need to wait for cooling then, right?

[@basharfernandohdz9028]

@@corentindockx for all the engines turbocharged or not you have to wait a minute or two, because the oil needs to go through the small pieces of the turbo works at high temperature vs the cold weather or in long trips, you could damage your engine if you have bad habits. For example when you stop in a gas station ,wait a little moment, that is my advice. Have a good day

[@timothysmith7700]

Please elaborate how to turn off the engine correctly.

[@n3drums]

Wait to turn off the engine?

[@1091Alcatraz]

I have a 2021 2.5t Mazda3.that sensor thing is usually weather related.Whenever its extra chilly or it had rained the day before.What I get is that the Skyactiv safety thing is disabled,which goes way once I turn off and turn on the car.

[@estefanvillafane5885]

Dude your amazing I bought my 2019 Mazda 3 preferred 2.5 but front wheel drive I’m at 12,360 miles I bought it pre owned at Mazda when it was 6,800 and your door trim I just took my car to Mazda 3 weeks ago and still no part and they won’t give me a loan cause of my age even though I’m 22 and the car in my name and my own insurance but they won’t give me a loaner lol thank you for showing the problem that might come and I have to pay a body shop to re paint my front bumper due to the paint chips wish I watch your videos earlier soul crystal red mazda 3 hatch

[@thesoundofsiren1744]

Those rims that came on the 2019 premium are so much prettier than the ones that came on my 2020 premium

[@CarolinaCycloneJames]

My 2013 cx5 key has been acting weird since it's been getting colder, it's been blinking red every once and a while but it still works

[@emancebo13]

Dude's a nomad for sure. Would love to do that as well...

[@zman6288]

Never went for the carbon clean out I'm at 250000 miles in my 2015 Mazda 3 2.0 hatchback stick. Still rocking the original spark plugs Just replace the alternator not too long ago and just redid the clutch Just because throw out Baring went out No major problems love this car

[@samantham5107]

Have you had issues with the ambient temperature sensor being faulty? Example: dash showing 25 degrees on a 80 degree day. AC wouldn’t turn on, just had my windows tinted so couldn’t roll down my windows. It sucked. But I have an appt set to have that checked out

[@cfc1001001cfc]

Can you get steelies, or only alloy tires? Also, good choice to avoid the turbo...turbos always stress the engines and lead to a shorter life otherwise.

[@ShootingCars]

Funny enough the car is currently on Steelies for winter right now. I will make a video talking about my winter setup once we get some good snowfall!

[@lipstickcrane2479]

You "driven this car alot"? No, you drove it for 35k miles..thats 56k km, thats by no means alot.

[@stevecory4160]

Thanks brother

[@cool7654321]

i got the 100k mile warranty, mostly because I just want to be covered bumper to bumper with peace of mind, but the finance guy said that electronics are a good reason to get the 100k warranty because they are prone to fail around 50k-70k miles such as the backup camera or even the display monitor. Has that been true from what you've heard around or was he just pulling my leg.

[@AngryMountainMan]

I had a 2016 Mazda 3 and they sales man tried to sell me the extended warranty. I declined it and took that thing to 80k before trading it in. Never had an issue with any of the electronics. The brakes were terrible and always an issue with warping. But other than that it was great.

[@cool7654321]

@@AngryMountainMan well i got fucked then

[@brodon667]

@@cool7654321 Same here buddy

[@dennishenderson4226]

You believe the finance guy? His only interest (how he gets more pay) is to sell you stuff.

[@cool7654321]

@@dennishenderson4226 I didnt believe him, I knew going into it I wanted the extended warranty.

[@Manooshen]

Other than on Scotty Kilmer’s channel, you rarely ever get to hear the truth about the long term issues that come with the Turbo model. Thanks!

[@TheSergio1021]

I just avoid all turbo models in general

[@Evansmustard]

have you ever noticed the clock spring in your steering wheel is a bit noisy when turning in parking lots? it kind of sounds like someone is crinkling a plastic wrapper. wondering if this is normal or not. My 21’ has the oem 16 inch wheels and i’ve been very happy with them. especially when i look at tire prices down the road.

[@ShootingCars]

I haven't noticed a steering wheel noise. There are two documented rattles that a lot of 3's have which is a rattle behind the screen, and a rattle in the glovebox.

[@chester0608ye]

I have mine for 2 months now but I still can’t find a front license plate holder in Illinois 😂

[@CCallanan20]

I purchased mine without a front license plate mount too. Super frustrating- but this is how i got it handled: Consider taking it back to the dealer and asking for it to be covered under warranty. If you purchased the vehicle in Illinois and it is not legal to drive a car w/o a front license plate, they sold you a vehicle that isn’t compliant with current laws and regulations and therefore not street legal. That’s a dealership problem.

[@DanielEnochs]

I'm from Illinois too

[@sienaestacio3939]

Hi! What’s the average miles before you change the engine oil? Thanks

[@ShootingCars]

Dealer recommends 5k miles, I do between 3 and 4.

[@joelbing5244]

Why are you driving so much? I average less than 10 thousand miles a year!

[@nathan_v2269]

how much did you pay for it used?

[@skmfkr2]

what trim is this one?

[@cruzito4life571]

Does the mazda3 feel more responsive with more miles?

[@psycanauts592]

I really thought of this other day

[@psycanauts592]

Like wine 😛

[@thatonedudepresto]

Turbo right? How do you think it compares overall in the hot hatch category

[@97toyota46]

I think it’s a non-turbo hatch

[@ShootingCars]

My car is non-turbo, however I have reviewed a turbo hatch and I really like it, but I think there’s a bigger focus on luxury than sporty-ness compared to say a GTI or Focus ST.

[@thatonedudepresto]

@@ShootingCars I can get with that, respect that opinion. Looking for a fun, but tech accommodation in my next car. Hopefully a hot hatch before they go extinct

[@ridered7394]

You can pay if you want

[@andersonanderson5491]

How is the blind spot i traffic? Is it really that bad

[@CrunchyTire]

If you use those things on your door called mirrors that have the blind spot monitor, and the heads up display also shows your blind spot, then you'll be just fine. Although I realize in the real world using a blinker or mirror is about as bad as getting teeth pulled so I dont hold it against you

[@Marc2k6]

Or just get the wheel and tire replacement package!!

[@mechaedward8003]

I have a 2020 Mazda 3 for about a year now, the brakes fucken suck!! And they just keep getting worse, is this common? Also, I have been having tire pressure issues literally a month after I bought the car, I’ll fill the tires and in just two months I get the tire pressure warning again. Is this normal?

[@Oxaen]

No maybe one of your sensors is broken, on of your rims is crooked and lets one tire loose air. Check if the tires are actually losing air or not by filling them yourself. Its easy to reset the tpms left of your steering wheel just hold the button a few seconds and it will hard reset.

[@AngryMountainMan]

I had brake issues on my 2016. Even after changing the brakes and rotors they would get warped. Coming to a slow stop was annoying as hell. Felt like my Jeep Grand Cherokee with the dual pistons calipers. It would warp rotors like crazy.

[@landscapevision6553]

just too many stupid sensors!

[@NLYS27]

Just saying need more Model A vids.

[@ShootingCars]

In the spring! Didn’t get much time to drive it this season next year I’ll talk about some of the upgrades

[@NLYS27]

@@ShootingCars Thank your for the early Christmas present looking forward to springs next year. I daily drive a 1950 Dodge B2B pick up truck. Hopefully ill be out of the Army soon and if you want I’ll drive it up to Illinois in the spring and you can do a review on it if you want ?

[@unequalsine7186]

Built in Mexico or Japan?

[@ShootingCars]

Mine is a Japan car

[@spacecat77]

They build them in Mexico? My 2021 3 non turbo was built in Japan according to the papers.

[@unequalsine7186]

@@spacecat77 yes, Mazda has a plant in Mexico for the N-A market.

[@Speedbooost]

This car has cheap made shocks which makes the tire pop all the time, I have the same car & I’m facing the same issues.. this car is crap coming from Infiniti which is also a Japanese brand.

[@cyrusprudenciado926]

1:05 i hope that's a joke man

[@deeznutsgottem1326]

In my experience with my 2020 Mazda 3 premium, I began to have what seemed to be ECU issues. On two occasions on road trips, all the warning lights on the dash came on, and showed the car was over heating as well. I pulled over waited it out, checked under the hood, no signs of over heating. When i brought it into a dealership nothing was found. I was given a year free of maintenance when I bought the car. When time came for an oil change I decided to bring it in, so I wouldn't do it myself. The car was never lifted at all, they simply opened the hood for an hour with the car on, windows down, and A/C blasting full speed. They wanted to charge me $70 I told them to fuck off. In the end I had to do it myself because they registered it into the system that the service was done. I love Mazda, but these dealerships are a nightmare.