2025 Mazda 3 Hatchback: Why You Should Buy One

Today I drive and review a 2025 Mazda 3 Hatchback!
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[@TheDiameter]

What’s so wild is that the base and 2nd lowest trims are hands down the best buys on the market under $30k… and yet the top two Turbo trims STILL manage to be the best in class under $35k & $40k respectively. Mazda really delivered greatness at awesome price points with those almost hot hatches.

[@alejandrosand]

My gf just bought one in ceramic white and as her personal driver... im excited

[@classiccorvettesmusclecars5846]

For $26k u get a new car that’s affordable, great build quality & reliability from a proven drivetrain..Plus no CVT or awful annoying stop/start.

[@HourRomanticist]

Exactly, I'm considering buying one within 2 years for the exact reason of good price for a real transmission!

[@Kaipochama]

A black one looks a lot like an orca. Got mine in machine grey, it’s giving me a bit of rx7 vibes, you can feel it was made with passion. And I found the desinger’s favorite car is indeed rx7.

[@gristle_lumps8190]

My wife bought one in 22. So far so good with no problems. Lots of blindspots in it though.

[@TheDiameter]

You get used to them. I just limo tinted the car and pretend that nothing behind me exists lol

[@figeon]

If you adjust your mirrors properly you can completely eliminate blind spots. Set your side mirrors so that as soon as something exits the rear view, it’s visible in the side mirror. When it exits the side mirror it will be visible from the side window.

[@figeon]

You can do that with every car. It’s just that for some reason we’ve all gotten used to having blind spots. .

[@marlonmalave7098]

you should review the premium with the manual!!! my gf and i just got a 2022 onw and its amazing. 23k with 10k miles on it, bose, 18" wheels, corner headlights, sunroof with the black headliner... a dream car for sure!

[@parnpichate]

I got a manual in soul red crystal metallic and its my favorite car I've owned.

[@Dreadpurge]

Bro was running that thing on an absolutely EMPTY tank lmao Also, I like that they changed all the glossy piano black trims around the car to the matte black plastics. I literally just bought a 2024 Turbo Hatchback and I wish I had the matte trim! But I already got some protective film for the glossy plastics.

[@lumberjeff0]

I had a great 2014 Mazda 3 manual. I look at Mazdas now to potentially replace my wife's car. They are reliable, fun to drive, and a great value (when you're not looking at the bigger SUVs). For people starting out in a career, have 0 to 1 kid, the 3 is a totally fine size. Save your money for something bigger/fancier later on.

[@michaels4640]

2023 used fully loaded is the sweet spot and priced well. Under 20k miles for 26-28k

[@petemcfeet28]

No CVT! No turbo! Japanese! This car should be at the very top of everyone's list for reliable and quality transportation. They've kept all of the qualities that we fondly remember in Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. Who have all turned to shit with turbos, hybrids and CVT's for absolutely NO OTHER REASON other than to make money when all of that shit technology breaks on schedule.

[@jeffferguson69]

Mazda is the new old Toyota reliability imo. So far lol

[@squadypetez]

I've owned a Toyota Corolla before I bought my Mazda 3 Sport. I don't see myself switching to any other car brand soon. They are inexpensive, and the quality and driving experience are very good!

[@jayczyzyk9707]

Nice reveiw one of the last ice large displacement engine

[@ninerscountry7885]

Thank you for the review. I am excited to test drive ..

[@vintagemxer9165]

Just picked up a 2010 2.5 L 169,000 miles for $5000. I leased one in the past and it is my all time favorite car.

[@desertrat6373]

Bring back MAZDASPEED !!! another great video Sir

[@dricketts91]

They're supposedly going to challenge Toyotas GR with Mazda Spirit Racing

[@cpaul57]

Love the 1973 haircut

[@phreddeijonz826]

Mazda 3 Hatch is built in Japan. Mazda 3 Sedan is built in Mexico. Japan produced has a higher build quality.

[@peirs3071]

My 2024 sedan is from Japan (bought in Canada). Japanese VIN and everything. Has been pretty bad for rattle honestly. I don't think the Japanese-built cars are much better than the ones coming from their Mexico facility.

[@LiberaceProtege]

Exactly

[@TheDiameter]

@@peirs3071Lol, I have a Japanese hatchback and have zero rattles. Me thinks that part of your car may have come from Mexico, just not most of it.

[@bladerunner_92]

Omg it's only assembled in Mexico, quality standards are the same, wtf u'r talking about? 😂🤦

[@LiberaceProtege]

@@bladerunner_92 no they're not.

[@SM16]

Love it Thank you for the tour

[@abdulelahalansari6485]

Ilove the new shape.. Mazda 3......reliability and look👍

[@Hitman9305]

The ONLY thing I don't like about the design is the rear. I think the window angle is too much, and makes the rear end look too soft. BUT I have seen some after market spoilers that make it look oh so much better. If I do end up getting one, I will want to add a spoiler. These models are my favorite design, though.

[@mobilecommunicationsnetwor5268]

Where was this vehicle manufactured?

[@great-garden-watch]

I have a problem with mine. I love driving it but want to keep it new so i don’t want to drive it. Ug I could get a junker for all the necessary trips like supermarket etc. Also this is great visibility compared to my mustang. Like 3 times as good.

[@Chinydwarfinat3r]

My Mazda 3 hatch is so decent, a slightly pricey especially since I'm not that rich, but I can pay off a loan.

[@terrancemoore496]

Ok where's the refresh? Please drive the 6sp manual premium trim?

[@Minebrawlzzz]

Yea I wish they would refresh some minor things but the exterior still looks sexy asf.

[@Offensively-normal]

Love the tempo.

[@terrancecloverfield6791]

Dang. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Cuz I love how that looks. 💕

[@krishpatel5253]

Do a N/A carbon edition sedan

[@Dmwntkp99]

It's the best in this price category even better than Corolla.

[@menguardingtheirownwallets6791]

Here are the main reasons why you should buy a Mazda3: Reason #1 = you can't get a Toyota Corolla since Toyota is just not building enough of them to come anywhere close to meeting the demand. Reason #2 = The Civic, Corolla, and Subaru Impreza all come with CVTs, while the Mazda3 comes with a conventional non-CVT automatic.

[@johnfriel-uj2zs]

How's The Legroom For Tall Drivers. Thanks For Video ❤😂🎉😅😊

[@BenHardyCars]

Decent, but it’s a small car

[@figeon]

I’m 5’11 and my driving position can fit an adult in the rear seat comfortably.

[@sonofanewok751]

Review the Turbo Premium Plus model please!!!

[@TrazimDollare1982]

Ben when are you going to Review a Yugo?

[@BenHardyCars]

Not sold in the USA

[@jsz2619]

Or a Trabant?

[@MarioLuigi-vb3rp]

Simply Beautiful

[@user-ie8ob6vd8x]

What is a Marsda?

[@יובלנחשון]

I ❤ MAZDA

[@mauricedelrosario22]

The little red sticker says 2024?

[@geyser3445]

Does it have cylinder deactivation?

[@figeon]

Yes. A bit clunky in start stop conditions, but works beautifully for freeway driving. I can get under 4L/100km driving at 115km/h, which is excellent.

[@Anees-]

Need this mazda 3 with a 3.3 disel engine ,l😭

[@thundergauge]

When you sell affordable cars that are not all fancy you will sell more of them than you will the vehicles that are all in on the expensive stuff, that will make your profits go up when you sell affordable cars like hotcakes.

[@nieldan03]

what model has the sunroof?

[@KenMcCune-wb3jp]

Anyone should buy a Mazda there great car to own

[@TurkinaFaso]

No apple car play / android auto???

[@zionm5335]

Can anyone confirm if it has 12V socket under the armrest? I've heard the 24s don't have one. I need it for my vacuum and tire inflator among other things.

[@Hwillijonl]

I recently rented a 2024 select, and it didn't have a 12 volt socket in the storage compartment.

[@Hwillijonl]

I rented a 2024 Mazda 3 select, and it didn't have a 12 volt socket under the arm rest.

[@figeon]

No ciggie ports unfortunately 😞

[@BigtankJrr956]

Not bad

[@peirs3071]

I guess no redesign for 2025? 7th year with this model haha

[@TheDiameter]

6th I believe. Next year is supposed to be the big redesign. Covid madness set everything Mazda had in the works back 2 years.

[@figeon]

I’m fine with that! Still looks great and car reliability usually goes up with later year generations, then goes down with new redesigns.

[@thomass5169]

I thought the 2025 Mazda 3 has not yet been released?

[@figeon]

Just released! I bought one last week.

[@thomass5169]

@@figeon enjoy the ride.

[@hazen061408]

Lol bro, it's a base Mazda that sounds like clown farts when you start it up. They couldn't hook you up with a little fuel for mentioning their name?

[@ragebait988]

So no change inthe 2025

[@PrzemekWolinski-m7c]

but you are right and I know you don't have and

[@thevisitor5249]

just buy the 2022 version is the same thing.

[@ampm9771]

I have the very same car with the same colour. Jet black is the worst colour you can buy. DO NOT BUY BLACK!

[@moee4555]

Hi, can you explain why it’s bad? It looks the best in the viewers eyes

[@ampm9771]

@moee4555 from outside when it's clean yes. Inner doors are not fully painted and mazda says its fir cost cutting. It gets scratches soneasilly, paint absorbs bird shit very quickly, and even when you wash, the stain remains. Clear coat is useless and gets permanently stained. I have the same car in the same colour. It looks beautiful, only if you keep it indoor.

[@terrancemoore496]

Same tight backseats.

[@TheDiameter]

Yeah, just like its competitors. Toyotas is worse and Hondas might be slightly better.

[@terrancemoore496]

@TheDiameter which Toyota are your referring to? The Corrolla Hatchback?

[@TheDiameter]

@@terrancemoore496Yes.

[@TheDiameter]

@@terrancemoore496Also, before you reply you should know that the Toyota has 3 cubic ft less cargo space than the Mazda, and 3 more cubic feet with all extra equipment AND the spare tire removed. So 1:1 the Toyota is more crowded.

[@terrancemoore496]

@@TheDiameter Ok I guess you are referring to the Hatchback? Which I agree. No clapback just saying that if Mazda want to stay in the game. The need an remodel update quickly. It's a good or awesome car. My first car was even a 1997 Mazda Protege which I loved.

[@USNVA-yn6cp]

too high a price

[@hankurbancic3495]

A Pillar is too large

[@MartinezFAMHawaii]

That trim is $26K, Toyota Corolla SE Hatch is $23K...Mazda is not affordable Toyota is. So I bought the Corolla.

[@gbollinger1164]

Corolla is a CVT, cvt is designed to last around 100,000. Granted maintaince is key and newer models last longer than old however repair on a cvt is new transmission opposed to a minor fix for geared transmission.

[@parnpichate]

Mazda3 has Corolla beat by far in the style department, the handling, fit and finish, and horsepower.

[@MartinezFAMHawaii]

@@parnpichate When I test drive the Mazda3 Sport Select I don't like the back suspension it seems lost in cornering plus so much blind spot.

[@MartinezFAMHawaii]

@@gbollinger1164 I was concerned at the beginning but Toyota's CVT is different from others, I still like the engine reliability and durability like my 4Runner.

[@17MGTP]

Nope!

[@TheDiameter]

What not? Name a better car for $26k.

[@michaels4640]

@@TheDiametercivic/ Corolla

[@TheDiameter]

@@michaels4640Really? I tested both and they fell extremely short

[@ILikeCheeseOnBees]

@@michaels4640Mazda definitely beat them out at that price point no doubt…what are you talking about?!? Lol