MAZDA 3 / 6 Months After Purchase

We got a little more winter soooo here's another Mazda video :)

[@corybureau4124]

picked up a 2024 mazda3 hatchback preferred a month ago and i LOVE IT. the snowflake pearl paint color is beautiful. it drives really well! it’s sporty, and i love the way it feel in it.

[@Ryan.Kooper]

its such a nice tight driving car! great choice

[@anthonyjerez01]

I got the same one but 2023

[@SuperNaughtyKat]

I got the exact same one too lol

[@parnpichate]

Yup, I love my Mazda 3 manual too. My commute to work is over an hour and I look forward to it.

[@Accuaro]

Wish the Sedan had a manual option :/ honestly might just get the hatch

[@SuperNaughtyKat]

SAME!! I look forward to my drives to work and my drives back home! Literally some of the best times of the day

[@BeheBrooga]

We've just bought one of these in the UK, engine specs are different for us, 2.0ltr skyactiv x gt sport. Exact same colour and interior, we also looked at ford, Honda and Toyota but the interior and features with the mazda just seemed so much more premium. Some people aren't sold on the looks for some reason but i think it's such a beautiful no fuss design.

[@Ryan.Kooper]

I agree some people might not like the design but for me its a home run! Nice pickup

[@davejackson8455]

Enjoy! Is it a 23 plate or before, as GT Sport name now replaced with Homura or Takumi?

[@BeheBrooga]

@@davejackson8455 yeah it's a 21 plate, love it already!

[@chrisbwhittle]

I ordered a UK spec Skyactiv X Tukumi at the end of January to replace my Giulietta. It's a really good looking car. Just got to wait for delivery now

[@Loooooooooooooooool]

I've had a 21 since oct of 21. I agree with the piano black complaint. Sometimes in the freezing winter the windows will lock up despite the car having been on and warmed up for a while. Occasionally the keyless entry doesn't want to work and I have to fish my key out of my pocket, it seems randomly intermittent. Ive got the turbo so the tank is a little over 10 gallons, I've got like a 240 mile range on average but I drive mostly city. Besides my minor complaints I'm really loving the car.

[@TC_Geosci]

@8:38 Nice save on the "...dating this girl for a little bit that was really into cars, with an STI, err she had a WRX..." 🤣

[@Ryan.Kooper]

no hate, glad I got you to laugh :) wondering what you meant tho haha

[@TC_Geosci]

@@Ryan.Kooper ohh, STI means Sexually Transmitted Infection, alongside STD (Sexually Transmitted Disease). So, from the perspective of the medical professions, Subaru’s marketing of Subaru Technica International was never a bright idea 😆. Your sentence “dated a girl with an STI” conjured some laughter, especially since you caught yourself mid sentence and changed it to WRX. Dark humor I guess, sorry 😆. Glad you’re enjoying the Mazda3, super underrated car!

[@ryanlin1299]

I also have a 2022 Mazda 3 hatch. I installed the CS short-throw intake and MF exhaust pipes for it. I modified it again last week and installed tuner stage 1. Currently, the exhaust makes a popping sound when the RMP is high. very interesting.

[@BIGGARTH]

awesome stuff man. can't wait for mine to arrive!

[@Ryan.Kooper]

You’re definitely going to be a happy man!

[@kwd6bf7d]

Just got one for the very reasons you just mentioned. I like it A LOT!.

[@Ryan.Kooper]

As soon as I test drove it I knew it was the one :) great choice

[@jpking0]

Great review, I love that Mazda 3 with exactly that color combo. Two questions: how usable is the HUD, like does it give any navigation directions or has any other features besides speed? Also, did you get to drive the WRX at all? How would you rank the stick feel of the manual compared to a wrx or a civic?

[@osvaldora]

I'm looking forward to receiving mine in two months!

[@lovepink7804]

I normally drive chevys. I just bought a Mazda 3 and i absolutely love it. Mine drives so smooth 😌

[@Ryan.Kooper]

Such a great purchase! congrats

[@mattmcgriff5952]

Just got a 23 Carbon Edition sedan last week. Came from a 2021 330i lease and although I loved how that car drove, I didn’t enjoy it. Always an issue-need new tires, need new brakes, need coolant. Hated having run flats in my town with terrible roads. Done a few commutes and a 3 hour each way roadtrip in the 3 and it is terrific. As for the piano black, I’ve ordered the protective film from mikstore. See how it works when I get. I do wish we could more readily get the red dash with the red seats in the US. Have to go premium plus to get it here.

[@Ryan.Kooper]

I agree its a hard car to beat when it comes to a daily driver! glad youre enjoying it brother!

[@digitulized459]

Bought a used 2018 (the last year of the 3rd gens) about 8 months ago which is also a 6 mt, and im in love with it too!

[@Ryan.Kooper]

They really do make great daily drivers.

[@robertwilliam9558]

The Mazda 3 is awesome.

[@Ryan.Kooper]

I'm definitely a mazda guy now haha :)

[@jbm0866]

2021 turbo hatch here, exact same as yours inside and out. I hear what you're saying and totally agree. Of course no car is perfect and the gas tank on the turbo AWD models is too small, and rear visibility is abysmal. Those are my only real complaints, (I have only had one rear seat passenger so far and she was small enough to fit fine) and I know both were compromises...but actually worth it

[@peterslobodzian2116]

Great vid!,, own a 2020 6sp manual….you said it all dude!….amazing car on all fronts…best car I’ve owned…and, can confidently report that I’ve had ZERO issues with this car…not a wiper blade replacement…nothing!,, luv it so much that my lease is ending, and I’m getting into a ‘24, same spec!,, enjoy your ride!!!

[@Ryan.Kooper]

Thanks brother! Glad you're enjoying the 3 I couldn't make a better daily driver, they killed it :)

[@buildmorefarms1007]

Are they powerful enough?

[@MrMraggies1996]

Those are sweet cars! I have looked at getting one myself.

[@Ryan.Kooper]

Thanks brother, I was surprised, I thought Mazda was purely a eco box maker :)

[@MrMraggies1996]

@@Ryan.Kooper lol. Same with Kia. And I’ve owned 3 Kia’s, those are definitely nice cars too!

[@dogisgreat1]

The 6-speed manual transmission on this car is beautiful. The gearbox is super silky. It's a joy to drive. My only complaint is the hill start assist, which can't be disabled.

[@Ryan.Kooper]

Really? Mine is always disabled I have to turn it on every time I start the car which is what I like because I don’t drive with it.

[@neilmartalosig]

Great review video! I am looking into buying the Mazda 3(Fastback how its call here in the Philippines) in the coming months. Here its 2.0L naturally aspirated and hybrid in premium(no red color - or burgundy interior for 2024) and no manual which is somehow sad personally. More power!

[@Ryan.Kooper]

I do need a manual but I could do with the 2.9 I think. Thank you for the nice comment!

[@ihadlunch8575]

I'm guessing the 2021 doesn't have the cylinder deactivation because i don't see that picture in my car. This car is my first manual. Day by day I get better but I just need to smooth out my shifts. Think I'm not letting off the throttle fully when I go clutch in. Maybe another 3 months I can fully enjoy the manual in this car.

[@Ryan.Kooper]

Great car to learn on I'm sure it wont take long for you to master it

[@lytatroan]

Hatchbacks are underrated. I want to get my mom one of these but she keeps telling me she wants an SUV, despite this looking very similar to the CX 30 crossover, but lowered

[@neon_skies21]

Car shopping for a manual here. It's 33k brand new which is OK but I am most interested in Kia Forte GT Manual which has it's price dropped to 24k now. All bells&whistles 200HP, Harman Kardon stereo and manual.

[@buildmorefarms1007]

The Forte GT is really fun and under rated.

[@ulexxxl]

Just bought one of these, they are really nice this guy is not kidding.

[@937553]

I have the sedan 2024, it's been a good 6 months so far.

[@buildmorefarms1007]

Turbo or non turbo?

[@blakespower]

I want to buy the manual but its so hard to find!

[@akgonen60]

i got a 2021 mazda 3 hatch i agree man i love the car im always going for a drive in it lol i did some mods on it too muffler delete and a intake on it she can move when she gets up to speed

[@GameWithViiP3R]

I work for mazda only thing id recomend is to get a ceramic coating the clear coat on the cars from factory arent the best

[@BeheBrooga]

Just bought a 3 year old, same colour as this vid, not seen much chipping on it, think it's still worth considering getting done?

[@Ryan.Kooper]

I hear ya I've heard that

[@Coach_Global]

Hey Ryan, loved your review! I'm curious, at 100km/h are there any significant road noise or wind noise? I keep hearing about it and a test drive can't really cover that so I'd love some real owner info! Keep it up :)

[@Ryan.Kooper]

I haven’t heard any tbh the car is so well insulated it’s the quietest car I’ve ever owned and I’ve owned nice Audis before!

[@Notfiveo0]

Changing the ride height screws with all the collision avoidance sensors.

[@rupertthecatandfamily]

I have the previous model and they are great cars and good build quality. No issues with it and it doesn't look much different to the new model. Just a pity the new model doesn't have a touch screen unlike my older model. The screen is also further away meaning it can't be easily reached for apple car play touch screen functionality . The piano black is fine and holds up well overtime imo

[@Ryan.Kooper]

Our opinions differ GREATLY and thats ok. the older model does look good but nothing compared to this model. The new models do have a touch screen that you can turn on and off but I hate touch screens. Takes your eyes off the road more and less intuitive, I can do everything with the controls without even looking. The older models feel more like an eco box vs this which feels much more premium in my opinion. But I like both hatch models personally

[@agustinp7676]

Hi Ryan I want your opinion, I’m thinking to buy my first Mazda. And I don’t know if to go for the Mazda 3 Hatch 2024 o the Mazda 3. It is worth the price difference? For what I understood in my region (United Arab Emirates) they are selling a 2.0L version for the higher trim, the engine is the same for both 153 HP @ 6000 RPM. The price for the sedan is 24k usd and for the hatch 30.5k. What would you do in my situation? I think the only difference is that in the hatch you get the apple car play and heated and climate controlled seats. (Which here in the UAE because of the hot weather we don’t use heated seats)

[@Ryan.Kooper]

Hi, I see a lot of people with the sedans and they love it but personally I think the hatch is a much much better option. The exterior is much better looking while also being more usable. You also get much more premium options I'm pretty sure. Plus I love how the hatch has all the chrome blacked out. Hopefully that helped a little bit!

[@agustinp7676]

@@Ryan.Kooper thank you so much for your time, yes I love how the hatch looks. I will go for that one for sure!

[@GloXum]

Unfortunately my 08 Lexus IS js being written off but planning on getting this car! Debating if I should the turbo or the NAS?

[@EdwardJoy]

I'm not the OP, but the 2.5 NA Mazda 3 engine and transmission combined with the long gearing reminds me so much of the IS300, it's actually an extremely close driving feel. I have driven a friend's IS a lot and it blew me away how close it felt

[@GloXum]

@@EdwardJoy ok that's great to hear. Lexus's smooth driving is hard to beat. I test drove the hatch last week and it felt amazing.

[@Jack-mb1yj]

how do you do that play of light with the headlights? what should I press?

[@Ryan.Kooper]

I think I just locked or unlocked im not sure haha

[@Proudarse]

What are the squeaking sounds? Also, do you experience any rattlings?

[@Ryan.Kooper]

when driving a manual car you have to play musical chairs with your feel because of the clutch pedal, when that pedal is wet there is a lot of squeaking from the rubber pedal/rubber shoe.. No rattling noticed

[@Proudarse]

@@Ryan.Kooper Ahh that makes sense! Sorry, I thought it was an automatic! I think I'm in love with this car!

[@zszs100]

In Canada, Mazda is the only brand to offer 5 years UNLIMITED kilometers warrenty.

[@gagymeis2221]

Mazda 3 hatchback manual was 3rd on my list and I ended up with the 3 LOL

[@Ryan.Kooper]

Hell ya haha

[@gmo709]

It is a premium but doesnt have AWD or turbo? Thought tje premium trim is always AWD and turbo.

[@Ryan.Kooper]

The GT is the highest trim and manual. I wouldn't want turbo or AWD personally.

[@gmo709]

@@Ryan.Kooper ok, manual.

[@Ryan.Kooper]

@@gmo709 ya I’m all about getting the best fuel economy haha

[@jesseoh272]

driving past chicopee i see lol!

[@Ryan.Kooper]

I live rather close haha

[@mikethemech]

Great vid. I only have one question. Do you love the car? 😁

[@Ryan.Kooper]

Meh its ok hahaha

[@mikethemech]

@@Ryan.Kooper😂😂😂

[@whosssstaco]

I’m poor, would a Mazda 3 2008 be good? Or should I stick to Honda/toyota?

[@eduardoboquin4102]

I would go Honda/toyota. Mazda used to be owned by for until 2013ish. So I would be very cautious with late 2000s Mazda.

[@nunofgc]

I have drive my mazda 3 from 2005 to around 400k, then i have upgraded to a mazda 3 from 2017. I got no problems at all, just do all the manufacter maintenance in time.

[@ObtuseRubberGoose628]

I had a Mazda 3 of that generation. It was a great car. Rust was an issue though and the engines were Ford motors. The 2.0s were more reliable than the 2.3s in that generation but I can't remember why. If you find a good one and are willing to risk some potential reliability for a better drive then don't feel bad getting a 3.

[@meeowoo6969]

is it a torsion rear suspension?

[@Ryan.Kooper]

I believe so but It feels great I was surprised after reading about the 3

[@davejackson8455]

​Yes it is

[@alexandram9477]

so i'm confused, do you actually like the car?

[@Ryan.Kooper]

check the comment under yours

[@tomertvx]

Whats the model bro? Mazda 3 GT?

[@Ryan.Kooper]

Yes sir the GT

[@tomertvx]

@@Ryan.Kooper finish level? Spirit or Black Edition?

[@buildmorefarms1007]

Does it have enough power?

[@Ryan.Kooper]

It does but it’s not a quick car by any means haha but that’s what my bikes for

[@WitStream1]

Looking at the roads you're driving I'd want to feel less of them! Ouch.

[@Ryan.Kooper]

Ok

[@janetcrisp5815]

I have the skyactiv x gt sport tech, great car, but not the best to see out of.

[@Ryan.Kooper]

Sorry youre not enjoying

[@dystopia-usa]

I like everything about the Mazda3 hatch except the weird, bulbous styling & super-thick pillars towards the rear & how awful it looks from various angles. I went with the CX-30 instead, since it looks better to me & I've come to love the elevated ground clearance & seating position of my first crossover. It's also my first automatic transmission after 40 years of driving nothing but manuals, & I do somewhat miss the absolute control & more-fun-to-drive-feeling provided by a manual transmission.

[@Ryan.Kooper]

Different strokes different fokes I had a cx30 for rent before I bought this and it felt so cheap. for example the heads up display was nothing compared to the mazda 3 I feel the cx30 is a good budget option for sure but it doesnt fit my lifestyle as well as this new purchase. for some reason I think the cx30 feels like a vw beetle haha idk why

[@ObtuseRubberGoose628]

I actually love the style of the hatch. The c pillar is the best part now that blind spot monitoring is a thing.

[@jaimemillan]

I like it, I think I will get one or a CX30. But there are two things that I do not like from it... It´s that you don´t have a great visibility and the leather on it, it´s not real. If you feel real leather and then you try again with Mazda it feels cheap.

[@Ryan.Kooper]

I disagree but everyone will feel differently about it. Ive owned S model audis and this leather feels better than that stuff IMO.

[@MostafaSaher]

Any rattles or squeeks?

[@OriginalYTBR]

Eventually they will all squeak and rattle.

[@ebmk96]

Just bought a Mazda3 premium hatchback 6spd MT. Love it! Traded in my 2021 Honda HR-V EX FWD which was a great car. Smile on my face every time I get in.

[@Ryan.Kooper]

@@ebmk96 I know the feeling :) such an amazing daily!

[@Ryan.Kooper]

Nope nothing yet, I do tend to listen to music pretty loud tho :)

[@kwd6bf7d]

I can't wait to see the 2025, if it's better I will trade it in. I hope they don't change for the worst, but if so... I'll keep this one.😎

[@mikebingham9700]

2024 Mazda3 Hatchback 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus Exterior Color: Machine Gray Metallic AWD. MSRP $38,885 . I'll take a 2024 Civic Hatchback Touring 6 speed manual over this over priced Mazda, any day....

[@Ryan.Kooper]

And who’s stopping you from doing that?😂 You probably prefer cheap underwhelming eco boxes so you have the right mindset! Good job Mike

[@sfdocster]

The non-turbo non-AWD Mazda 3 cost the same as a Civic, but they are much nicer I’m surprised since you like Civics so much you didn’t see what his previous car was, or what car his buddy owns…

[@Andr_W_]

Im fuking in love with this car! its unique, so unique

[@Andr_W_]

but why wouldnt you chose red? its like a big extra

[@Ryan.Kooper]

@@Andr_W_ Personally I don't like red cars my favorite color on vehicles is this grey. But I do think the red looks great!

[@Andr_W_]

@@Ryan.Kooper me too, only mazda red haha

[@davejackson8455]

The soul crystal red is the only red, red-haters actually like. Imagine being that nice looking!

[@davejackson8455]

​@@Andr_W_it's the dearest paint in the UK. £825 extra.