Something Quite Different | 2021 Mazda 3 Turbo (Sedan) Review

[@forrestsautoreviewsofficial]

To everyone commenting about the 0-60, please chillllllll. It was wet, California has lots of hills and we also only have 91 octane out here. It did well for the situation and it also helped me find the flaws in the car. It performs well in the dry but it will still have wheel spin despite it being AWD. This was not meant to be some official say in zero to sixty runs, it was simply a random 0-60 test using proper equipment. Hope that didn’t ruin the video for everyone.

[@MrNemo721]

Hi Forrest agree, real world conditions and drivers vary vastly. I have seen a video clock this at 5.75s . The major publications have tested it at 5.8/5.9. But honestly a 5-60is more realistic and the strength of this engine is mid range passing without unnecessary downshifts. Really liked it in the Mazda6 and CX5 I test drove recently.

[@AubreyBeauford]

Man what did they expect 🤔for you to risk your life for the sake of a video? That's nonsense!!!

[@M4B21S88]

Ppl have this crazy idea that all day everyday, every car runs their rated 0-60 lol I dont think they realize how heat, road conditions, tire PSI, temperature/humidity, etc affect performance on a daily.

[@VPoje]

I have this car for 3 weeks now and using an app on my phone i did a 6.8s 0-60 with 87 octane on a tarmac with gravel on it. Then i tryed it again with 94 octane, we have that fuel in Canada, on a better surface and i got a 5.9s. The traction is very impressive, even with winter tires on a cold tarmac i did under 6s. Anyway imo the quarter mile is a better way to know the performance of a car and i will try it on a track in the summer. Good review btw!

[@danr154]

I know I'm a month late but I just wanted to say you crushed this review dude and I live in Utah I totally get it with the 0-60 thing bro its even worse here and we top out at 91 octane also. But me personally I want a comfortable premium yet quick nice looking car. Utah roads suck as bad as Cali also so yea I want a car with a soft ride. Im happy this is not a mazdaspeed 3 but it would be cool to offer one for the enthusiasts. Problem is car dudes ain't dropping 33k on new rides. They all go buy used, known enthusiast cars heavily depreciated and most of em are broke cause they already have a project car bleeding them dry lol

[@joskjj3625]

Mazda is so underrated

[@SyCoYT]

Facts

[@Voizzn]

They always been a good car manufacturer, I’m saying this because my family has a 2015 Mazda6 since 2016 and good specs,mpg ...etc

[@loktom4068]

Too tight in the backseat areas.

[@Voizzn]

@@loktom4068 I don’t know for other models, but mazda 6 backseats are good

[@Drafs2099]

Let’s keep it that way 😂😂

[@ryangarr6161]

Before covid last year I went to the DC autoshow and got to sit in the non turbo Mazda 3 hatch and I was absolutely stunned... it was nicer than some of the luxury cars I had just got out of

[@diswaydatway3693]

I have a 2019 Mazda 3 Premium myself, and I'm enjoying it. It definitely has more torque, speed and quickness than I thought. It is a great long distance driving vehicle and you want to drive all the time. So no disappointment here if you decide to buy one.

[@bill7481]

Thanks for your insight. I love to hear from actual owners, especially when their experiences confirm my choice. LOL. I will be taking delivery of a 2020 premium sedan in a week or so.

[@clarkdowdall09]

@@bill7481 also have a 2019 preferred sedan bill. It’s the best car I’ve ever owned. Had a 2016 Camry & 2013 civic before the Mazda and it blows any car in its class out of the water in terms of drive & material quality

[@bill7481]

@@clarkdowdall09 Thanks for sharing your experience with me. I am even more excited as I impatiently await my car!

[@RoxyandChris]

Any cons?

[@cleomaddiem3581]

I own a Mazda 626 Sedan in Prestige Silver colour, 1990 model ... bought brand new in Melbourne, Australia as a gift from my father for my 18th birthday. He paid $33,500 Australian dollars for it back then! It's now 32 years old, has done 500,000 kilometres and l continue to drive it daily. Has never failed me. Unbelievable car. I cannot part with it. My first and so far, only car ...!! People cant believe it. BUT, this weekend l am taking the Mazda 3 Sedan for a test drive and cant wait. It will be my next car. Thankyou for a phenomenal review! Warm regards from Melbourne, Australia!

[@IssaBendeck1]

I own a 323 got it new 2001 it has 280k miles love it super reliable car not to mention the best 4 banger handing car i have ever had

[@JsnLwrnce]

Did you buy the 3?

[@cleomaddiem3581]

@JsnLwrnce yes, l bought the 3 !! LOVE LOVE LOVE IT. I now drive both my new 3 as well as my old 626!

[@paranoidhumanoid]

Mazda has the best interior of any vehicle for this price. Simple, elegant, and deliberate.

[@chrisfear782]

i’ve been waiting on a review of this. keep up the great work

[@forrestsautoreviewsofficial]

Thanks! Hope you enjoyed it!

[@davidchavez788]

Got the same exact one for two months now. Loving it.

[@spartanokamz4245]

I swear I would choose mazda over BMW 😉❤️❤️

[@Jluislive]

See?! You don't need a million creases and over style to make a modern looking sedan!

[@ededdeddiee]

the shade XD

[@wilchambers1401]

Agree! That Elantra is way over the top!

[@ascott2168]

The turbo model is simply a more powerful version with added traction. Keep that it mind and you’ll be fine. Not every consumer wants to do 0-60 time trials at every stoplight every day.

[@kingchakazulu7762]

Thanks Captain Obvious, smh.

[@MoeCamera]

Stop making excuses for a slow car with a weak AWD transmission

[@peterichmond4649]

@@MoeCamera Mazda is known for the locktite 6 spd tranny. What are you talking about?

[@ZACH_95_]

@@MoeCamera you obviously know nothing about Mazda's... LOL

[@danr154]

Dude I haven't checked your channel in a bit and I must say you've gotten good. And thorough. You REALLY reviewed that backseat space and materials and kept a good relaxed pace and I loved your honesty about the AWD system and the transmission. I watched all the other major reviews of this car and no one was willing to really critique that. Hell savagegeese spent like 10 minutes trying to play up the AWD system but really its a front wheel drive system that does some magic computer stuff when it absolutely has to lol. And yea you can just hear those slow upshifts in the review. Like you said if you go in with no notions of a revived mazdaspeed then its a great car. Im super interested in it myself.

[@GuestGod48576]

People like to rag on the lack of a touchscreen but I had a rental one of these when my car got totaled a while back and I loved using the dial instead. It was a little inconvenient for the music at first, but I mostly used bluetooth anyways so it didnt matter. Overall it had such an executive feel just using that dial and the volume control instead of reaching out and touching the screen. But thats just my opinion

[@jerryvillafane7780]

I’m about to buy a Mazda 3 Hatchback in the next few months and I know it will be the best choice I’ll ever do. I have a 99 Protege and I love it.

[@johnfranklin5277]

Lol, my sister still has her 99 protégé she bought new. Southern California car so no rust issues. Car won't die !! She has taken good care of it, 310.000 miles, and the engine and transmission have never had any issues...amazing.

[@robertbaker3296]

Thank you so much for not using a wide angle lens. I finally got an idea if how big the car is.

[@Thefrostedslime]

I am so glad this man mentioned you can use the shifter to shift in manual mode! Everyone either mentions the paddle or the shifter, but never both.

[@Vahex4]

Not a big paddle fan?

[@Thefrostedslime]

@@Vahex4 I usually hear the paddles are small, plus using the shifter just seems more fun than the paddles

[@garys2157]

@@Thefrostedslime Generally paddle shifting is just for playing around, because the auto will shifting better by its self, but Car and Driver did get their best 0 to 60 using the paddles, but C&D will usually beat the crap out of a vehicle to get the best times.

[@Gropmag215]

34k is a lot. That's why I'll wait to buy used in 2-3 years to save some money. Car looks incredible.

[@Hidan056]

Shopping for these 3 years later, found one w 30k miles for 20 grand, you were right

[@Gropmag215]

​@Hidan056 Nice! Not bad for 20k!

[@Katrina_maire]

I am glad I found this I have been asking for it on TikTok for the longest time

[@kdomster9141]

Shell 93 and K&N drop in air filter make a world of difference ... This car can do 5.6 sec to 60 effectively beating GTI, Civic, WRX and power is delivered very smoothly and in sublime fashion, no steering wheel jerking out of your hands full of torque steer either

[@diavolorosso69]

Hey- I have an '08 Mazdaspeed & the torque steer is not nearly as bad as some would say; once you get used to the power delivery & learn how to launch you can easily negate it. Cheers!

[@itisjustacomment]

WRX wasn't prone to torque steer, gti yes but it's not an issue in day to day.

[@risbo4766]

This is a great video, you hit the center with all the comments! Just bought exactly the same car, machine gray with white interior, and I’m blown away. The biggest impression- torque… just endless amount of it on a highway. Awesome for what it is. A great daily driver that can deliver when needed… definitely not a hot hatch competitor and I’m glad it’s not

[@mdkhalidrahman2832]

Is the legroom in rear enough?

[@risbo4766]

@@mdkhalidrahman2832 I’m 5’11 and I have enough room at the back, seating behind the driver seat, which is also set for me… I do, however seat a bit closer than average person while driving, I would say. All in all, I think It would be fine for anyone shorter than me. Especially for kids, no problem

[@tisha1322]

Love this car. My favorite is the CX-5 but this sedan is it! I really don’t think many brands can compete with Mazda. Is it me or does Mazda Mazda has the best grey paint and steering wheels on the market? Their machine grey is a head turner!

[@howcanimiss]

Given all the shorts I have seen, this feels like a movie.

[@sachemrock]

This is my first time watching your video. I want to tell you that I really enjoyed the video, it was informative and interesting. Your focus on the differences between the hatchback and sedan was something I had not seen in other videos but was curious about. Great job and I am looking forward to your future videos.

[@AubreyBeauford]

Man at 15:32 you dropped some serious knowledge on us all. Great video!!!!

[@jayespi37]

Definitely an underrated channel 😒awesome reviews brother!

[@RIZFERD]

Nothing special really

[@mrmm7322]

Mazda makes amazing quality product low maintenance and no one can beat the seat 💺 in Mazda very comfortable made in Japan 🇯🇵 pure Japanese quality in my own personal opinion Mazda quality as good as Toyota Good job 👍 Mazda

[@quinnquinn5016]

$34k is like €28k, man I can only dream about cars being this cheap here in Europe… the top specced one here is $49k ( and we don’t even get the awd 2.5 turb, or the 2.5 in general).

[@vancejensen6036]

First and foremost, I have owned both the sedan and hatchback of this current body style. Do not think I'm trying to deter anybody from either. Both of them were the turbo option and all wheel drive, and please don't let this deter anybody from making any decisions. However, the hatchback is a very firm ride. If you're looking to travel a lot, the cushioning just isn't there in the seats, and will make for a longer trip than you expect. Having the hatch though is a lot more practical for storage compared to the sedan. The sedan though, is a much more comfortable car to be in. Mazda was very generous on the seating comfort compared to the hatchback. Both vehicles are drunk with torque, and an absolute treat to drive. Although they are identical in many ways, they both do ride differently. If you're looking for something more "sport" driven, the hatchback is probably going to be more attractive. I personally like hatchbacks over a sedan every day of the week, but I can't get past the firmness it offers compared to the sedan. The rear suspension is torsion beam, which is kind of outdated on both. Despite the price tag that it offers, Mazda does show its value with what they put together in the 3. I will say that the hatchback feels a bit more spunky compared to the sedan, but highlight on his comment earlier, the sedan just feels more mature. Highly recommend test driving both before making any final decision.

[@GoTasteandSeeJennifer]

Thank you for the great review!!! You helped me make a decision. I picked up this car today👍🏾😁.

[@wilchambers1401]

Did u get the turbo?

[@GoTasteandSeeJennifer]

@@wilchambers1401 no....but it has the sport option, if that makes sense. Great pickup.

[@ThurgoodJenkinz]

46G Machine gray is a unique quad coat refinishing process. It can be tricky to spray and requires certain nozzle size, fluid delivery and spray pattern from the spray gun. Its very unique as Mazda is the only manufacturer who has a quad coat paint line. Its also going to cost more than your standard bc/cc or tri-coat paint jobs, if you need work done. Side note: Look how far off the color is from the front cover to fender :) Its typical, some are worse than others.

[@broeheemed32]

Pretty thoughtful of Mazda to pot two cupholders on the engine cover.

[@bjae7489]

Finally someone that looks like me reviewing cars! I hope car companies continue to send you cars to review.

[@dustinburgess1925]

I love your videos man! Keep them coming you do such great quality reviews!

[@forrestsautoreviewsofficial]

Thank you much for the support!!

[@steelheart4148]

Forrest: Your reviews are the next best thing to actually test driving a car. Well done!

[@noberry3969]

the side profile, rear lights and headlights remind me the Evo X

[@HisMajesty99]

This was an amazing review, trying to decide between the Mazda6 and Mazda3. Tough choice

[@havoc7154]

do you want 0-100km 5.7 seconds or 7.1 seconds. Easy choice for me.

[@HisMajesty99]

@@havoc7154lol I went with the Mazda 6 Carbon edition, I absolutely love it. You’re right about the speed tho, that would’ve been nice, but I realized I wanted the extra space and the Carbon edition for the 6 looks rly sweet inside and out. Overall, no regrets. Besides, in a couple years, I wanna get a Miata, and that’ll have plenty of speed 😂😂

[@christopheralonge7758]

Mazda 6 is discontinued

[@sushilnarain2273]

Loved the review Forrest. Very well presented. I absolutely love this Mazda 3 turbo. Would definitely go for the white exterior and black interior. It's a good contrast.

[@peaceonearth8693]

Guy acts disappointed because the car does not act like a sports car. FYI, It's not a sports car.

[@Bored14690]

Also this engine can do 0-60 in 5.9 sec if you’re not driving with a phone in one hand😂

[@jpizel1070]

​​@@Bored14690 That wasn't the reason tha it was slow. He was going uphill and was on wet surface but he explained this.

[@dgNoah]

I found you from TikTok and now I found your KZbin. Great car. Great review.

[@FLJAMESFL]

Dude your so right about the 6speed and awd. Awesome work.

[@johnnytampocao7671]

I would love to get the hatchback as you said it has a more aggressive look. But the sedan has a very elegant look so you can't be wrong which one you choose of these two, it's all about your personal preference.🏎🏎🏎👍👍👍

[@CaptainFordo21]

One of your best reviews imo, keep it up!

[@twinnmann]

ive heard some where that the heads are designed with a beam angle that work just like fog lights.-thats why the traditional fog lights are gone for these models.

[@DriveAndBeDriven]

Wow!!! Excellent excellent review, Forrest! Keep up this incredible work. You're knocking it out of the park!!! 🔥💯

[@dmadisontn]

I spent the afternoon looking at the this car. It was loaded. The only thing I did notice was there was no cooling seats. Heated front and rear seats, and heated steering wheel. Camera system on the 360 view is now very crisp. The performance of the car is great. It is a very tight suspension, and the turbo will definitely take off. Not a fan of the white interior, but I could get used to it. My only complaint is the bottom of the doors. It’s just hard plastic and scuffs very easily. I would have expected some kind of better material on the doors. Other than that, I believe I’m going back tomorrow and get the car.

[@zaineldeeneslam1467]

did u get the car my guy

[@dmadisontn]

@@zaineldeeneslam1467 As a matter of fact, I did. AWD turbo, 250 hp and currently, it is in fact Mazda’s fastest car .

[@troy9er]

Let’s hear what it sounds like! Sounds quiet until you rev it up, then it sounds like every other over muffled car. The Veloster has some great sound with pops and crackles!!! I have an old 1998 protege. Pretty nice go to work car but it is a rust bucket. Low miles for the year, I just turned 120,000!

[@neelpatel8638]

Very detailed review of mazda 3 compared to others. Just Loved it.

[@txGarage]

Great work! Loved it as always man ❤️

[@ZoraPMC]

The reason why the transmission lags is to preserve the life of the sealed transmission. The car is designed for economy use and thus lower maintenance cost. Trust me, this transmission is a gold mine actually. My 2015 Mazda 3 has 150,000 and still shifts flawlessly.

[@peterichmond4649]

Exactly. Best tran out there for the price and reliability. People dont think things through. Often the transmission dies before the engine, mazda peeps knew its important to take care of it by not slamming the gears, but balancing the pressure on the tranny out for longevity. Go Mazda!

[@DriveVersity]

Subbed and liked. Love your energy and the review bro!

[@cat_luver16]

The hatchback version is my dream car

[@110_Octane]

A BBS Brembo Recaro package from the miata on the turbo would be such a nice addition to the car

[@rafaelortega5408]

I just bought mine, same as this one, Grey, Turbo, White interior, 2023 :) in Mexico cost $28,000 :o

[@namesdom]

Mazda should start using a 7-speed dual clutch, but then again, their 6-speed is pretty great too so idk if they really need the upgrade

[@kevinthomson6324]

I bought a Mazda 3 in May and found out a month later the turbo was coming.... no I’m not bitter I’m missing out.... totally would have waited a year for the turbo but not really worth it to trade and buy the new one now. There’s no way the dealer didn’t know at the time and I was very torn between the 6 and 3 for the turbo engine. So they knew it was a important option I was interested in.... still very happy with the car it’s been amazing but can’t deny the extra power would have definitely been appreciated as I’m coming from a v6 Altima that was way more powerful and equally or more efficient.

[@ZapFlashD]

Sorry, man.

[@Yoomaro]

I did the same thing, I bought a 2020 hatch in may

[@buchajo]

I bought a 20 3 hatch in soul red in Sept and no regrets. 6.9 sec isn’t slow. Do I race Mustangs? No. Does my car handle better than a Mustang and is the interior more upscale? Absolutely...

[@halohalomotomoto]

Yep I bought mine in March of 2020. It’s a great car. I love it. I definitely look forward to what else Mazda does in the future. I’m going to start saving my pennies in case they ever release a version of that elegant concept car.

[@Generally2310]

I would love the front of the hatch on the sedan

[@n7jess]

I want this car so badly

[@tylojzs]

Me too

[@donaldvosburgh8337]

Most honest appraisal of this car so far.

[@fredzeppelin3969]

Car & Driver got 5.6 sec 0-60 by using traction off, power-braking to 4K RPM, and manual shifting at about 5200 RPM. Revving it higher just runs it out of breath. It's a torquer, not a 2 stroke.

[@sinnyawesome7037]

The sedan looks way better!

[@cslhansen]

The c pillar on the hatch needed that spoiler. It kinda balances things out.

[@timw2083]

The Mazda3 now reminds me of the original Acura TSX. The TSX was the Euro Accord and a very fun car. It seems like a good time to test drive one.

[@kelsonkalunga5694]

Great review as always

[@MyMumei]

Bought my Mazda 3 recently. Wished I waited a bit longer if I'd have known they are releasing turbo version next year. Though, I do love my new Mazda. Also, why 91 considered premium petrol in the US?

[@thomass5169]

Forrest, you have a smooth presentation about you. Subscribed today.

[@fernandocavazos2761]

Love the car but not all the turbo models should have black wheels .

[@zachsabel5466]

i think its a decent price considering what other premium cars would cost

[@mojojoedwards]

Those cinematics at the start just earned you a subscriber! Wow!

[@sv4tech792]

Mazda lover from india❤

[@overviewstrain]

Best Mazda sedan ever

[@charleybarley914]

Can we get Forrests voice cadence and delivery as an option to voice navigation? I wanna hear him tell me left turn 500 feet.

[@charleybarley914]

Fantastic reviewer! really want the cx-30 turbo.

[@rolandgalvan9486]

Great video. Keep up the good work.

[@dirtydeadz]

wow so this guy actually did long form videos (which I prefer)

[@lance1966]

4:01 Mazda tail lights are really nice 4:04 The Mercedes drives by “Mazda who” 😂😂

[@briankennedy8702]

I feel for $34k the mercedes A class is a better choice. It's interior is awesome especially with the ambient lighting package

[@bigbufobufo]

Minor pet peeve: the chime when you turn it on. It just gets me the wrong way.

[@MyMumei]

That's because the driver didn't have his seatbelt on.

[@AnatolyKhalizev]

Great review and a car! Actually, waiting for the new GTI 2021 and want to compare and choose.

[@joshuagommers3672]

20:40 there's a video of a 3 Turbo doing 0 to 60 in 5.7 seconds

[@joshuagommers3672]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/l16yc6KZq7CGf5I

[@curtiswilliams4229]

Great review! Very informative.

[@jnlin8569]

Just needs ventilated seats and ac in the rear and I'd buy it in Florida!

[@pizzaslapper]

Great review, car looks awesome. I don't expect it to be like a speed 3 because it is not listed as such.

[@buchajo]

Well it is as fast as a speed3....... and far more upscale.....

[@jamesstanway5904]

Mazda cx-30 turbo has launch control, im not sure if the Mazda 3 does but its like a 5 secondcar with launch control

[@itisjustacomment]

Interesting model, looking into such a car. Neighbours have audi S3, 2.0 tfsi, BMW 2 litre etc. But cars such as Giulia v6, M cars,s3, s4 etc RS modes. In the UK are more prone to break in to steal keys. 4 on my street in a few years two being RS models and a 2021 M3 in the next street and around a minute away a Range Rover and a Porsche boxer. So not going to test fate. So I want a nice car but under the radar.

[@TemptedToClik]

Great vid. My sister's Mazda 3 (2012) still works like a charm. Rarely has given her problems it's such a reliable car, underrated in my opinion. I can't wait to save up for a Mazda 3 turbo!

[@christianbryant5617]

0:03 thing looks bad a rolling up like that

[@TS-wp3wt]

Probably just needs better/more performance oriented tires for that power..

[@yordan826]

You said adaptive cruise control at 9:49 when you were probably trying to say dual zone climate control😂😂😂😂, anyways good review and gorgeous car!!!!. I'm torn between this and the Mazda 6 signature, the Mazda 3 turbo loses out on wireless Apple carplay and smaller dimensions but gains on newer infotainment system and AWD.

[@flipztuh24]

Try going uphill And you will feel the difference between all-wheel drive and two-wheel drive that's that.

[@Enforcer_WJDE]

Funny....that color is called Matrix Grey in Germany and you only get the 2L 180PS version as the only choice now.

[@keent]

fog lights are integrated on the headlights

[@utubecritik975]

Excellent video! Thank you!

[@tungstencarbide7255]

“I’m sorry Ford, please send me cars, but really their materials are just bad quality” 😂😂

[@itisjustacomment]

Wonder the power from 95 /98 octane in the UK? 260 is plenty and 330 ft/lb is really good.

[@brandonp6132]

*New sub my man. Keep up the awesome vid's*

[@dandachild11]

what a peng tinggg 😍😍😍

[@aztropanda7082]

I just wish the hatchback version would be a little bit wider, like the Elantra Hatch. But still debating between the 2022 Kona or the Mazda 3 Hatch.

[@alehuj]

It looks like a good daily

[@migzahoy]

dude in the right tred to catch you on that green light man got smoked

[@siyuanzuo3750]

Hopefully this will land in Australia. How are the brakes? They look a bit small for a car with such performance.