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

New Mazdaspeed!! Well......not quite. This new Mazda 3 Turbo may not quite be a "Speed3" replacement but it's something quite different. Let's dive into this all-new Mazda 3 Turbo! Follow for more!
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[@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 😂😂

[@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.

[@robertporter1984]

I think you did a good Job and very great review... I dont have any complaints about how you did the 0-60.

[@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!

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@DriveAndBeDriven]

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

[@CaptainFordo21]

One of your best reviews imo, keep it up!

[@chrisfear782]

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

[@forrestsautoreviewsofficial]

Thanks! Hope you enjoyed it!

[@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?

[@dustinburgess1925]

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

[@forrestsautoreviewsofficial]

Thank you much for the support!!

[@txGarage]

Great work! Loved it as always man ❤️

[@steelheart4148]

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

[@DriveVersity]

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

[@dgNoah]

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

[@Katrina_maire]

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

[@kelsonkalunga5694]

Great review as always

[@thomass5169]

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

[@davidchavez788]

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

[@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

[@FLJAMESFL]

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

[@curtiswilliams4229]

Great review! Very informative.

[@brandonp6132]

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

[@jayespi37]

Definitely an underrated channel 😒awesome reviews brother!

[@RIZFERD]

Nothing special really

[@rolandgalvan9486]

Great video. Keep up the good work.

[@t.k.morris]

You are a great reviewer! Just curious, do you think that the HatchBack or the Sedan drives/rides/steers/etc.... better, or no difference to you? I will be buying the Premium Hatch just to get the manual regardless, but I just was wondering.

[@spartanokamz4245]

I swear I would choose mazda over BMW 😉❤️❤️

[@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!

[@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.

[@devilsrighthandman769]

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!

[@robertbaker3296]

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

[@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

[@AubreyBeauford]

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

[@howcanimiss]

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

[@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.

[@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.🏎🏎🏎👍👍👍

[@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.

[@utubecritik975]

Excellent video! Thank you!

[@charleybarley914]

Fantastic reviewer! really want the cx-30 turbo.

[@lysak89]

Really nice review!

[@neelpatel8638]

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

[@Rma11221]

Awesome vid ❤️

[@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.

[@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

[@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?

[@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.

[@temitopekadiri8535]

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

[@noberry3969]

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

[@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.

[@AnatolyKhalizev]

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

[@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!

[@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.

[@krystiankukulski8054]

Nice one mate!

[@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).

[@paranoidhumanoid]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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

[@977vet]

very good review.. thanks

[@broeheemed32]

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

[@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!

[@hannthenan]

For that intro I'm subscribing

[@bjae7489]

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

[@cslhansen]

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

[@donaldvosburgh8337]

Most honest appraisal of this car so far.

[@mojojoedwards]

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

[@itisjustacomment]

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

[@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.

[@ZapFlashD]

Surprise night review? Noice!

[@JamesThomas-gv2mu]

@Forrest's Auto Review - did you notice in speaker rattle from the rear speakers?

[@maximderim]

Very nice work guy ! I appreciate.

[@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.

[@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 .

[@premacy2003]

Hi. Thanks for this great review. Just a question what is premium in the USA? In Australia our normal fuel is 91 Octane, Premium is 95, 98 or a 105(E85) Octane?

[@brendancarlson1678]

87 reg. -89 mid, -91prem. 10% ethanol added

[@lysak89]

@@brendancarlson1678 Where I live (NY) it’s 87 / 89 / 93. I wonder why it varies so much across the US

[@sinnyawesome7037]

The sedan looks way better!

[@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.....

[@Enforcer_WJDE]

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

[@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

[@siyuanzuo3750]

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

[@alexesmiranda3276]

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

[@felixbrinson4995]

hey i just started watching and im at the part with the door handle can't anyone just get into your very nice car

[@kingitachi9089]

No it only works if you have the key on you

[@davidthemaskman7231]

I'm about to buy mazda3 tmr any advice for the long term ?

[@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.

[@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.

[@scotw67]

Nice review! Did I hear you right, that car is about $34,000? For that price you can get a very nicely equipped Mazda6, which is much roomier. I think for that size of vehicle, I’d prefer the hatchback. It might not be as “grown up” or “classy” as a sedan, but the extra room would make it a much more useful vehicle. Thoughts?

[@peterichmond4649]

I personally feel that the mazda 3 sedan has more room inside than the hatch. I forgot the mpg on the mazda 6 vs the 3?

[@itisjustacomment]

Yeah, that's cheap, I was expecting 37 plus.

[@Generally2310]

I would love the front of the hatch on the sedan

[@sv4tech792]

Mazda lover from india❤

[@WhyDidYTstartThisHandleShit]

ok great but what trim level is this? just the "2.5 turbo" or the 2.5 turbo premium plus?

[@zachsabel5466]

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

[@Hossein.R1369]

Mazda is amazing 👌👍

[@user-ve3sv7ob6i]

What about the new shape of the steering wheel. The coating is of high quality, but the profile is not round (tubular) as before, and therefore is not comfortable in any position of the hand, but only in a specific position. It is a great pity that they abandoned the "universal" form that suits every driver and every position.

[@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😂

[@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.

[@GM1565]

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.

[@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.

[@rafaelortega5408]

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

[@cidesetramadiraizel8745]

So does the fual types does that also work on the hatch

[@dirtydeadz]

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

[@dandachild11]

what a peng tinggg 😍😍😍

[@TS-wp3wt]

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