Is the 2024 Mazda 3 Turbo a better AWD sedan to BUY than a Subaru WRX GT?

The Mazda 3 has and optional turbocharged engine & AWD. On the outside you will find 18in wheels, standard sunroof and black trunk spoiler. On the inside you will be greeted by a leather interior and 10.25in infotainment screen. Under the hood is a 2.5L turbocharged inline-4 that is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Is the 2024 Mazda 3 Turbo a better AWD sedan to BUY than a Subaru WRX GT?
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[@FunkatronicDingus]

The infotaintment alone is what made me not even consider a WRX when I was shopping two years ago. 21,000 miles on my 3 Turbo and still loving it.

[@MrJohnnybravo141]

@@FunkatronicDingus Couldn't agree more. That's one reason I've never considered a subaru.

[@joshmorgan360]

I actually cancelled my WRX order for the mazda 3 GT turbo. Cheaper car, top notch interior, no huge distracting display, wireless android auto, heads up display with sign recognition, red leather seating, tighter steering, i actually got the aluminum petals, sill plates, all season mats, mud flaps for free, and mazda reliability on a 7 year unlimited km warranty. Only had it for 4 months, up to 16k km and its been a blast with the turbo swooshes and definitely one of the nicest cars ive ever owned for a daily driver. Glad i took it for a test drive and cancelled my WRX order. Just a much better set up for me, WRX looks the part but at least with this i can drive without having to always have someone wanting to race. Only ever had that happen twice. Once a si and once a forte GT both were left confused once we lined back up. Dont have to race mustangs just needs to be fun lol. P.S. the touchscreen is only in android auto. I never use it anyways to avoid fingerprints, I prefer the dial, lots of quick actions with the dial by just pushing it up, down, left, or right to get where you're going and then zero in with rotating. It becomes second nature and it's very comfortable and not as distracting due to the screen placement. Touchscreen is just unnecessary in this car but people wanted it so they added it. Anyone looking to get this car and is looking for just a fun car and isn't too enthusiast driven it's an amazing car. I don't expect it to be something it isn't. But it is what it is and that's a torque monster, just need to slap a good exhaust on it. Then it'll be the perfect car for me.

[@rummyb7461]

Is this in Australia? I noticed you used km’s instead of miles

[@AstroZombie1]

I want an enthusiasts car but I feel I can make this into one with a tune and upgraded suspension. I love how the big 2.5 engine sounds and the hatch looks awesome. It’s just a little bulky and I wish it were a little quicker stock.

[@RickStein-i9o]

Racing/stunting etc is the same charge as a DU,I your insurance will drop you too.

[@billyr6125]

​@rummyb7461 ....he could be in Canada as the Turbo engine is for the North American market only...we are lucky...Canada uses Kms and the GT model is a Canadian designation...hope that helps 😊

[@MuiKaHo]

@@billyr6125 Plus with his accent, it sounds canadian.

[@0py6f]

Love the look of these every time I see one on the road, especially when they're in red. Nobody does a red paint like Mazda right now.

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe it!

[@WtfReal]

they are super thin, paint chips extremely easily. I have a 2019 3 hatch

[@davidp2888]

I have the blue, I wanted the red but heard the red chips very easily. I already have a chip on mine, no idea how it happened.

[@skylermchale6462]

I agree. Their red paint is the only red I’d buy

[@Mosheeem]

lexus infared, look it up or see in peron

[@anirudhmallikarjun7067]

This is by far the most beautiful looking sedan onsale today.

[@priyanshuarora9382]

2024 Mazda 3 GT owner(Canada). Non Turbo FWD. Great driving experience. Just an FYI, the bigger 10.25 inch infotainment screen is a touch screen while its in apple car play or android auto and you can enable the touch screen while driving as well with a simple setting. Have to agree with Joe, the rear suspension is not the best but still it’s a fun car to drive.

[@asdpoi121]

You had me in splits with the can throw 😂. On a serious note, your enthusiasm and energy is what makes reviews interesting along with the vehicle itself.

[@ryanmcnabb9729]

We have a 2021 3 AWD turbo, Soil Red, and I absolutely love it. My daughter drives it now but it's the best car ive ever owned. It's a joy to drive, and it looks beautiful.

[@MoeCamera]

They need to bring back the Mazda 6 with AWD, more HP, thicker sidewalls and hydraulic hood struts to give it that “premium feel”

[@DaniTheNachoPirate]

Mazda makes such beautiful cars

[@RaitisRides]

They sure do for sure!

[@randommike5020]

I got the 24' Premium Plus Turbo HB. It was tough to pick between it and the WRX GT. Test drove both before making my pick. The 3 has a luxury feel inside plus the camera's and hud were a plus. I prefer a MT but with a family had to go with AT. I liked the way the hatch looked more than the wrx plus the price was cheaper. I don't see a lot of Mazda 3 hatch's on the road, not as much as I see the WRX so it's nice have something different.

[@edsmith9855]

Both have pluses and minuses. I personally dont care for the styling of the 3 hatch. Initially I though it looked really great, but have come to not like the poor rear visibility and closed in feel of the back seat. I dont like all the cladding of the WRX either, and would prefer a hatchback like the standard Impreza. All Subaru would have to do really is to make the 2.5L standard in the Impreza, and make an optional engine for the RS with a mildly tuned turbo of slightly over 200HP.

[@davidp2888]

2024 Mazda 3 Sedan owner here. Preferred package, metallic blue paint. This is a great budget driver's car!

[@ugabuga1361]

Awd? Non turbo?

[@davidp2888]

@ugabuga1361 Non turbo, fwd.

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad you are happy with yours David! Thanks for sharing that!

[@hippityhoppitus]

Rocking a white sedan preferred 2021. My first car!

[@malikwu6444]

@@ugabuga1361the 6AT is really responsive and connects the car with the driver, not as direct as manual but much better than CVTs from the competition

[@robertruiz5417]

Thank you SIR for bringing us this vehicle for review love Mazda

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome Robert!

[@hugo8608]

I have 2022 Mazda 3 hatch with 2.0 e-Skyactiv X 186hp engine and 6speed manual + AWD combo, feels nice to live in Europe, where this unicorn is available :)

[@sachemrock]

Great review Joe as always. I like them both but like you I am not a fan of plastic body cladding or CVT’s. For me the win goes to the Mazda 3 Turbo. One of the best looking cars in the road! 😊

[@ounceofrespect8341]

Hey Joe, I'm liking that chrome trim on the front! But I agree, I would've liked seeing fog lights included!

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

Why can’t black headliners be standard on black interiors?

[@THE_SOUTHERN_DISCOMFORT]

EXACTLY!! 👍

[@RaitisRides]

That would be nice if it were that way

[@redboy81]

@@RaitisRides The 3 hatchback has black headliner

[@bikin2008]

My GTI 40th has a black headliner. Makes it so much more classy

[@ducktails1695]

What's funny though is manufacturers like Dodge do this and people complain because the interior is just a sea of black and they wish it was lighter in color. But I love black interiors.

[@poppad1187]

Great car , beautiful body lines especially in white, plenty of power when you need it. I must say I do regret letting go of the 2021 3 Hatch AWD Turbo, I had a white 2019 w/o the Turbo but in 2021 swapped it for a Polymetal Grey Turbo. A lot of us , including myself get bored and think theirs always something better out there. In the case of the Mazda 3 , for me personally or anyone looking for a reliable and fun daily driver with a beautiful interior and exterior, the Mazda 3 Turbo is top notch. I miss the car enough that I may just have to grab a 2024. It’s a beauty in both the Hatch & the Sedan. Appreciate the video , RR does it again showing these sweet Mazda’s.

[@robertwilliam9558]

The Mazda 3 sedan looks so nice. Go with Mazda.

[@Eagleye11700]

Raiti, you got that itch and forever love for the WRX! ❤

[@SlyRy]

I bought a 2024 3 last month. I went with the FWD 2.5 NA, Preferred in machine gray. Under $30K. I’m happy with it! I just wish they had better trim value like they did a few years ago. You get less in the lower trims now but the Preferred is still fine. I just didn’t want to spend ~$40K for the Turbo AWD with all bells and whistles. Very tough decision, pros and cons, but too many zonks against that top trim level. You helped over the years with my decision Joe! Thanks!

[@marvinmurakami8828]

At least the NA has good decent power and torque. Plus it'll be more reliable long term.

[@txtchjmb29]

@@marvinmurakami8828absolutely I like the power of the turbo and awd but I’m the type that keeps there vehicles 300k plus miles. Can a turbo last that long maybe if you don’t drive it hard but NA all day

[@RickMentore]

How Mazda uses the same designs in so many different models & trims is truly ingenious! $36000 is a big ask for a Mazda 3, I must say!

[@Ethan_Alexandur]

Shii after you leave the dealership you’re looking at no less than $45,000.

[@RickMentore]

@@Ethan_Alexandur is it worth it?

[@Ethan_Alexandur]

@@RickMentore Totally 😂

[@bodyemcal]

30 32 woulda been enticing

[@richardenebrad7647]

Fuckin inflation

[@jpeezy_8767]

Joe with the Big league chew and now and later reference!

[@jeffreyfigueiredo1740]

Great review Joe. I have to agree, if I got one of these the first thing I would tell my dealership is that I want a dedicated summer tire on this when I pick it up. They would surely be able to sell the OEM all seasons to another customer. Reliability is great and the automatic transmission has been beefed up and strengthened to accommodate the turbo. Interior is class leading as well.

[@blueaxe27]

First time viewer here. You by any chance related James Woods? lol…Anyway…visiting some Mazda dealerships tomorrow to check their vehicles out.

[@MrJohnnybravo141]

That car still purs like a cat. What a beautiful noise coming from the engine bay ❤️

[@jamesrather1510]

It's fake engine noise from speakers. All of the Mazda 2.5T cars have it

[@niceguy4421]

I don't think it the speakers, I own one , I believe it's piped in from the intake

[@GoldRaven-oe4by]

Its already significantly better than the subaru simply because it doesn't have a cvt

[@euheyshdgsbdjstz521]

I bought this car for my brother and he really loved it.

[@manipulatedmetals1200]

Just bought the 2024 mazda 3 Carbon Turbo 👍🏻

[@Bowhunters6go8xz6x]

I think a lot will depend on what you want or need from a car, either one will do the job but if you are looking for a small daily sedan with an nice upscale interior and for maybe trips on a weekend then the Mazda 3 fits in better. If you don't care about a nice interior and maybe want more of a (play around car) then the WRX GT is probably going to make you happier. I would probably get the Mazda 3 Turbo.

[@thiongoa]

Mazda is underated ......one of the best car you can have

[@brokeboy87]

I love the cars, but the dealership made me feel like owning a Nissan product.

[@crow_2k11beatsbydre8]

Mazda doesn't even sell pickup trucks and you think this car brand is underated, you mean boring and outdated Right?

[@KAYJAYSTUDIOSYT]

​@@crow_2k11beatsbydre8if i want a truck, I'll pay 20k+ extra to buy a ford or a chevy. Mazda doesn't need one. I like whem companies focus on sedans and suvs.

[@chicagomike9778]

My biggest issue with the vehicle is the small fuel tank and MPG. I get that the MPGs are going to be lower with all the low end turbo power, but they shrunk the fuel tank to fit the AWD. I average 330-400 miles per week in my 2012 Mazda 3, with 238,000 miles I'm still getting anywhere from 380-420 per tank of 87 octane. I can't imagine having to fill up 2-3 times a week with the turbo AWD trim.... and in Chicago waiting in line at the Costco to save a significant amount per gallon...

[@mprateek]

2021 Mazda3 Turbo sedan owner, The chrome accents zonked me out too (probably the most hated thing in the car), blacked out all chrome the very next day It’s kinda like a master of none, but jack of all, a good overall package and blend of performance reliability and value

[@robinpazmino78]

My 2022 mazda 3 turbo awd is in the shop since 3 weeks ago 😢.at 29k miles engine light went on and dealer diagnosed a misfire in cylinder 1 and they told me that A NEW ENGINE IS NEEDED.fortunately warranty is going to cover all expenses.Now i am debating myself if keep it or no.but definely i don't go with mazda anymore.(it is my first mazda and probably the last).😢

[@RaitisRides]

I am so sorry to hear about that Robin!

[@AGuyJustDriving]

I have 3 Mazdas at 18 years, 11 years, and 2 years old. This could've happened with any car manufacturer. Even Hondas and Toyotas aren't as bulletproof as they used to be.

[@marcinfil3673]

That sucks. What are your driving habits and do you switch between 91 and 93 octane. Curious.

[@bikin2008]

Wish this had a rear diff and a quicker tuned transmission. I would have got one over my gti. Love the interior.

[@noob.168]

No touchscreen is a no-buy from me. It's 2024 ffs! And screen looks small in standards today. I regularly go to new places so gps screen is important for me.

[@STEVEN_HELMS]

A SUGGESTION TO VEHICLE MAKERS, WHY NOT HAVE BOTH ROOF STRUTS AND POP ROD SO WHEN THEY FAIL YOU CAN USE POP ROD 🤔

[@abysstoid1503]

Honda at least has multiple positions on the prop rod

[@hahamasala]

I have a bunch of Saabs and the struts for the hood last forever because people don't open the hood that often like a rear deck lid or hatch. Prop rods seem so cheap. I hate them.

[@kyles3203]

Or just a lockout pin on the strut

[@ranthony2714]

Nice car, but a little more mazda speed (zoom zoom) would be great. Nice it has an automatic and not a cvt. Multi link is needed.

[@crouchb15]

I would've NOT left Subaru for Mazda if they had CVT too

[@jeffcastles59]

I have this exact trim and colour mazda 3, however i got them to delete the front chrome, wrapped in black. It looks a lot better

[@jaybou007]

“Nobody’s behind us” *Immediatly gets passed by a Prius* 😂 Great video as usual.

[@RaitisRides]

I wasn’t worried! 😂

[@doctorrobert60]

Tortoise caught up to the rabbit but then was blown into the weeds by the rabbit..😜 Joe always points out the pluses and minuses to consider in the cars. Thank you Joe!!

[@timothycoyne5874]

There is a huge difference in fuel economy between this car and the WRX. Also, the Mazda will take premium or regular unleaded, though the hp is reduced on 87. Meanwhile the WRX is premium gas only. For a daily driver you’re going to put a lot of miles on, make sure you factor in how much more you’ll spend on gas in the Subie.

[@GRAFHC]

If Mazda put a manual transmission in this car it'd be a homerun.

[@SoulEraser000]

Anyone who buys this car doesn't care about driving so it makes sense

[@BudderChicken101]

They did! I’ve seen them with a manual in past model years same drivetrain and all that

[@prestonfox686]

The mazda 3 Hatch comes with a manual variant

[@crow_2k11beatsbydre8]

Instead of a putting in a manual transmission, let's get rid of that outdated rotary knob and redesign this current generation it's getting boring......

[@Mx5pro]

Guys the Honda civic si still exists and it’s 4 doors

[@cardo1111]

Agreed zonk for light chrome trim, most manufacturers at this point have done away with fog lamps as another cost cutting measure. While led headlamps are a drastic improvement over old-school halogens they don't make up for no fog lamps. As an added bonus fogs do make a vehicle look much better. We all know prices have increased substantially since Covid, however I'd be more comfortable at $33,000 for this offering. Vegan leather, no rear a/c vents, no rear power ports on a $36,000 compact = unacceptable.

[@marksch106]

I would love to see Raiti go candy shopping. Must be a glorious experience

[@txtchjmb29]

Awesome vehicle If I ever got one I’d go carbon edition. Naturally aspirated engine with AWD. Turbo engine has great power but less wear on the engine with no turbo

[@HikaruIchijoe]

Can someone please tell me why automakers are doing this strange setup now. Volvo XC90 and Mazda cx70 have black Pillar B and black Pillar C but matching beige pillar A to the beige headliner. This Mazda 3 has black pillar B while the rest is all beige.

[@Albertmontanez]

❤ watching Raiti's ride in Kyoto Japan!! Listening to these cool Japanese Comercials ❤🎉 just for you Joe!

[@timothywood4972]

Joe, I prefer the chrome grill. Too much black is too much; the chrome grill and the chrome window moldings look great. This Mazda 3 is a very beautiful and elegant car. Therefore, its need that chrome to maintain the cars's original elegance and classy look. The amount of black pieces used on the car is enough. Quite frankly, I do not like the rear spoiler in black; Mazda should have kept the rear lip spoiler body color. Great video review, Joe. I love MAZDA, and this Mazda 3, in both sedan and hatchback models are absolutely beautiful.

[@lazarushernandez5827]

Cool review. The Mazda 3 has the door sill trim as a dealer installed option, well within the price difference to the Subaru.

[@olternaut]

Hey enjoying your videos. Did you do a review of the new Mazda 6 mid sized sedan?

[@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790]

Yes of course Joe & this is my new first car.

[@tomdrummy4984]

Zoom zoom ! Mazda makes some good looking vehicles

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe it Tom!

[@derekgaliee4351]

Great Job Joe & Lori 🍻☺️👍

[@blairbrown4812]

2:46 The 'hood where I come from, that amount of chrome would(barely)be enough.

[@FastCar5]

Some Mazda 3 hatchback models come with a black grill instead of the chrome which I think looks better than the chrome. I think Mazda should either offer the black grill standard on all 3 models or as an option since it really makes a big difference in a positive way. I have seen some people on YT buy the black grill surround after market from Mazda parts department and replaced the chrome grill.

[@kickstand801]

Love... that... colour!!!

[@RaitisRides]

It is one of my favorites

[@derekgaliee4351]

Hi Joe Great Review as Usual We have this same Model on Our Showroom Floor. The prop Rod is cheaper on Cost . Rotary Knob is Better & Non Touch Screen last Way Longer & Reliable than Touch Screens across All Brands.We Have Mazda & Subaru right Next door to each other. I ❤ Mazda Design & price & Showroom & Service Department waiting room set up Compared to Any Japanese & Koren & American Brands . I know its not something you cover. A lot of the little Extra Mazda use to do is to save Cost . Giving Customer A more Premium Interior and Ride Experience to its Class & Competition

[@jittertime2807]

I absolutely love the Mazda brand (I own a '22 CX-5 in the polymetal grey). But I've always thought the Mazda 3 turbo sedan/hatch was overpriced, especially since they've skewed away from the sport side. If you're just wanting a comfortable sedan with a little bit more power than usual an interesting competitor to this would be the Nissan Altima with the VC turbo. I can get a new one right now in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro discounted to $34k.

[@miriamvivo4279]

Agree on the chrome and fog lights

[@manifestSD]

aww yeah, that's my daily, except in Snowflake White Pearl Mica! The feature list and interior design of new Mazdas feel premium without the depreciation and high maintenance cost of luxury.

[@RaitisRides]

Very cool! Thanks for sharing that great ownership insight!

[@jamesrather1510]

Depreciation? Two year old 3 Turbos are $24k all day at this point.

[@manifestSD]

@@jamesrather1510 Without the depreciation of luxury brands, I said. Mazdas lose 40% over five years -- Mercedes is 55%.

[@PolyMazda]

What I don’t get on this 2024 is why Mazda messed with the way the HVAC buttons are located on the dash. Created empty buttons on the lower stack under the chrome trim & moved the power button to the far right. Also from where you sit as the driver it’s hard to see the orange light showing it’s on. Good job Mazda moving stuff around for no reason

[@RaitisRides]

That is a very good question!

[@jamesrather1510]

Like the hatch, the looks write a check that the chassis and transmission can't cash.

[@brobob52]

Would love to see a comparison between this and the new gli

[@BSmoove412]

I got 2021 Mazda 3 2.5 I love everything except no touch screen and they need to add more horsepower . Or just make the engine sound more aggressive .

[@wvusmc]

Sharp car. Would like to see a review of the Legacy XT Touring.

[@RaitisRides]

You got it! Stay tuned!

[@JaeBTundra1]

​@@RaitisRideslegacy Sport review 2024

[@andrewSUN17]

@@JaeBTundra1Yes!

[@vtoscano111]

As for the 2024 Ac sucks turbo lag is horrible especially paired with the cvt subaru uses this is the Subaru that pushed me away from them 40k I miss my 2016 3.6 legacy

[@SamSam-ky8wp]

Great Sports Sedan. Just FYI in Australia you can get optional Alloy Pedal Set and Seal Plate with extra 450 USD. In addition, unlike the US version, there are 2 rear air vents. Subaru or Civic with CVT? No Thanks!

[@bryanwashington9511]

Good looking car and color!

[@RaitisRides]

You have great taste Bryan!

[@stavroslask1292]

Great car but almost NO dealers have more than 2 per month for the Turbo version. It’s made 100% in Japan and the USA doesn’t order many of the version. And I’m in NYC so if it ain’t here it ain’t anywhere maybe only in California

[@mj1234321]

I snagged one of the last '23 naturally aspirated Premium AWD sedans off the lot. I think that trim is gone for '24, which means you can't get some of the nice extras like the Head Up Display without going for the turbo. Love how it drives, and with a 12.7 gal tank I'll take the extra mileage over the extra power!

[@stavroslask1292]

@@mj1234321 mileage over power? No offense you’re not a real man. Sorry. I’ll take power all day over anything!

[@mj1234321]

@@stavroslask1292 I didn't realize that manhood was directly proportional to 0-60 time.

[@stavroslask1292]

@@mj1234321 it does especially in these Joe Biden times in America where we are a sissy country and Biden followers love EPA standards in cars! Little do these degenerates realize a large SUV with a 4 banger and 2 turbos will never last past 110k miles unless driven like a Chinese person!

[@nickshepley2566]

MAZDA3 SEDAN IS THE GOAT

[@crow_2k11beatsbydre8]

Trash especially with that outdated rotary knob infotainment system. Civic and Corolla way better.......

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow! That is a serious

[@jamesrather1510]

Gently set the crack pipe down pls

[@nickshepley2566]

@@jamesrather1510 You guys are harsher than anything I’ve had

[@oskarvnz]

@@crow_2k11beatsbydre8enjoy that cheap interior buddy

[@thatsovanessa]

i had a mazda 3 hatch 2020 and the size and location of the cupholders annoyed me to no end!!

[@edsmith9855]

In todays market, 36K is actually quite reasonable. Personally, I think they should have a touch infotainment system, and I just dont understand why they went to a beam rear axle. If I had 36K to spend though, I would give the Mazda 3 or CX-30 serious considerationi.

[@silver33]

This comes in a manual, but you have to buy the premium trim which cost around $32000.

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

Amazing review Joe.

[@mushengwu6316]

Go for Mazda's because Skyactiv-G engine has good reputation and they have more premium interior in the class.

[@RaitisRides]

That is so very true!

[@joshuapomp6657]

Should be black winged like the cx50 and it should have led fog lights! I also agree that it should have 235/40/19s would look good on the turbo

[@RaitisRides]

That would be nice for sure!

[@derekgaliee4351]

Great Review Joe. 👍☺️

[@rongrant3500]

Love the chrome, not a lot of it around anymore. Fog lamps are cheesie (WRX), and for the most part useless, but to each their own. Not many true automatics left these days. (most are CVT, not as durable, more maintenance, very different feel driving). Better yet, drop the AWD and you can get a manual transmission.

[@trousseau25]

I have a chance to get my hands on a 2023 Mazda 3 Carbon AWD hatch w/ 21k miles for a decent price through my work’s dealership family. Should I trade in my 2022 Hyundai Sonata SEL w/ 16-17k miles? I have positive equity and want something more fun to drive that’ll be more reliable in the long run.

[@Eatgrease]

36k is shameful

[@brydcsd]

I think there's dark chrome trim at the front call Carbon variant.

[@MrFrostyankles]

If I may counter. I would tell you to get neither and get a Guilia.

[@DrPepperCooled4090]

never recommend unreliable junk lol

[@John-kx3ng]

I absolutely love my 2020 Mazda 3 Premium sedan. I just hop theres another generation coming? If anyone knows anything I’d love to hear about it?

[@lostlothbrok7156]

The fact it doesn't use a cvt (which subaru is notorious for failure) is an automatic win and the interior is also wayyy better (even in the wrx gt trim).

[@dominickirkwood]

Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video real true 👍

[@leviefrauim1425]

While I'd still prefer a manual, at least Mazda still offers a real auto, not one of those damn CVT trans like in every other smaller car nowadays. Overall, I really dig the Mazda 3 Turbo, especially the hatchback AWD, and if I were in the market, this is likely the car I'd buy over any other smaller car. Mazda quality and reliability is second to none, right up there w/Honda. Wish it was more affordable tho as the price, for a compact, is close to top end.

[@Lane15fly]

Hey Raiti you should review the 2024 Mazda 3 2.5 carbon turbo sedan in Zircon sand metallic with the terracotta seats!(own the Mazda 3 2022 carbon edition NA ZOOM ZOOM!)

[@ccarazay]

I drove the turbo model and it accelerated effortlessly.. a lot of low end torque. I agree the 215’s are too narrow.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that experience that you had!

[@aronscars3068]

Between the Mazda 3 turbo and Forte GT? In Mexico mazda 3 turbo and forte GT are same price... and WRX is much more expensive here in Mexico.

[@KAYJAYSTUDIOSYT]

One of the better values in the class, for sure. Though for the price, one my be better getting a GR COROLLA. Mazda is seriously underrated. Cant wait for the new sedan.

[@brettdunham327]

new sedan?!

[@TheSpeedDemon64]

9:53 Personally, that’s a zonk, I wish it is a touch screen so I can use it to do things such as playing some Killswitch Engage, they’re my favorite band!

[@TheSpeedDemon64]

11:40 Great pun there Joe! Now & Laters, you can have them now or later! I get it 😂

[@jus10xx]

I actually despise touch screens…lol i guess im the only one who prefers the knob to adjust infotainment

[@ericmerten687]

Will be excited if they bring back the Mazda 6!

[@alahiri22]

Great review

[@3932evirelleba]

You should do a review of the Mazda3 Carbon Turbo hatchback!

[@audriusbaranauskas6227]

Take the badging off in the rear and you got one hell of a sleeper.

[@ihadlunch8575]

I have the 2021 premium hb manual. It cured my ED.

[@strongislandautoenthusiast841]

No way is this better than the Subaru WRX and it doesn't come with the 6 speed manual. It is a beautiful vehicle though and Mazda has definitely stepped up their game.

[@robertruiz5417]

Excellent front area on this vehicle yes fog LEDS would bring more excitement

[@RaitisRides]

This is so very true!

[@Aku112811]

Compared to WRX this is only a good buy if you want an automatic. WRX GT is only offered in the CVT due to the road assist, radar cruise control etc. You’re better off buying a WRX premium 6 speed as it’s the mid trim and goes for about 35k. You should test drive them both. When I was in the market for a sports car I compared the WRX at the time to the eco boost mustang. Both cost about the same, must was a little more. Back in 2016 I got my 2017 WRX premium otd for 32k that’s including warranty, eco boost was running 32k sticker it was a premium trim (top for stand). I didn’t like how the mustang drove even though it had more power. The WRX was more satisfying to drive.

[@THE_SOUTHERN_DISCOMFORT]

Better than an Audi A3!! And cheaper. 👍 I also like the Jaguar-esque face!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that great input!

[@ta34809]

You’re hilarious man, love the videos!