The 2024 Mazda3 Premium Plus Is A Turbocharged AWD Happy Medium Compact Hatch

[@AAPLGUY]

I own a 2023 Hatch, bought it brand-new. It's the BEST car I've EVER owned! I didn't know it was possible to love a car this much. It's impossible not to smile every time I see it or drive it. Two of my buddies have 3 Hatch's too (2017 and 2019), and they're crazy about them as well. Mazda is killing it! They're extremely reliable too, none of us have ever had a single issue besides general maintenance, with one of my friends having 130,000 miles on his 2017. We love our Mazda's!

[@A_Wolf]

I have a 2018 hatch touring and have only ever needed tp do oil changes and basic tire rotation 😂 it is the most reliable car I've ever owned and most comfortable. Top quality and I'd rather have this than pay for some luxury brand that charges premium prices.

[@puddleduckist]

Awesome! I have a 17.5 mazda 6 gt and I really like it! It's my first mazda and I'm glad I bought it. So far I've added racing best exhaust, a corksport strut brace, a CS carbon fiber engine cover, AWR Racing urethane mounts all 3, rotiform rims and continental dws06 tires and an mv tuning rear diffuser and ceramic tinted all windows. Have springs and struts for it and a complete CS exhaust kit and a rear sway bar for it.

[@barbarawinslow6895]

I have a 2017 Touring with 130k. AMAZING car.

[@kakashi99908]

The ultimate car for people who want sports cars but dont want a sports car.

[@enssorceler4754]

True I own a Mazda6 & love it.

[@i.d.6492]

Lmao there's nothing sports car slot this car

[@Mujahideen_khinzir]

Yes hahaha. Its a wrx for mature people. Who wants to have fun yet forgiving and wont get you in trouble. With a touch of reliability. MADE IN JAPAN🇯🇵

[@Mujahideen_khinzir]

@@i.d.6492your mum

[@i.d.6492]

@@Mujahideen_khinzir Fun? You must have never really had fun in a car thinking you'd have fun in 220 whp car 🤣🤡

[@Kaipochama]

The screen was not designed and not meant to be a touchscreen in the first place, so it was placed far ahead for better viewing and the mazda control buttons works better than touch. It’s the people who complained and they make it touch screen. Touching the screen requires eyes off the road to see where you touch so it’s unsafe.

[@Mujahideen_khinzir]

I rented a cx30 awd turbo by enterprise. You’re correct, its not that hard than you think.

[@Saboda53]

Couldn’t agree more. The “touchscreen” is cognitively more distracting. (The fact that you also have to raise your arm UP and WAY OUT to touch a single tiny spot on the screen in a moving, jittery vehicle is laughable. Mazda’s Controller Knob makes so much more sense.) Some people now define their entire existence - both day & night - by continually interacting with their iPhone, seemingly at least once every 2 or 3 minutes. Yes, they are iPhone-addicted. Sadly, those are the folks who complain about the lack of a “proper touchscreen”. Show me someone who complains about Mazda’s touchscreen philosophy and I’ll show you a smartphone addict. I, for one, applaud Mazda’s resistance to the world’s “smartphone/touchscreen” takeover.

[@jimgarrity2414]

@@Saboda53 100%. My car has a touch screen that is mid dash and a distraction to use, requiring me to look completely away from the road. I have capable controls on the steering wheel I don't even need to look at for most functions. Touch screen input should be disabled when the car is in motion. I think some cars do that already or partially at least.

[@akgonen60]

💯

[@brydcsd]

I agree. Mazda's cabin design is not just aesthetical, but it's more of a driver focused, balanced and minimalistic.

[@steve9377]

One of the many things I love about my 2016 Mazda3 is that I can my keep my arm comfortably on the armrest and control the infotainment with the rotary knob. I never have to reach up to fiddle with the screen or get fingerprints on it. I literally have never touched the screen in 7 years of owning it except to clean/dust it.

[@Fairford2001]

I own a 2023 Premium hatchback with the 6-speed manual. I love it.

[@jeffwarren1547]

Same. Just wish it didn't rattle so much. Otherwise great all around.

[@cbruno12180]

Rear seat is useless thou it’s really a 2 seater hatchback lol

[@hondaftw1234]

Same. Great car

[@Unicornpirate]

Just wish they offered the awd turbo with a 6 speed. I'd trade my e91 6 speed wagon for it.

[@shopwood8010]

@@Unicornpirateyou mean manual?

[@RudiusSwagrid]

I am 6 ft 5 in tall. 220 lb. I chose this vehicle for The legroom, non-cvt and the more powerful engine. I absolutely love the carbon turbo color

[@bardhim5764]

I own a 2014 hatchback 6 speed manual with 214k miles on it. Never had a single issue. Drives the same as first day I bought it with 10 miles on it. Extremely reliable.

[@MiekeFidder-t7n]

Best car ever. I drive a 2017 Mazda 3 and love every moment of it

[@jaddyrose9318]

How? Jk props

[@Quandtimus]

still love my 2020 sedan, 42k miles and 0 issues other than the factory tires being trash

[@weirdshibainu]

Almost all factory tires are trash

[@Vanceydress]

Mine had Michelin Pilot Sport Cups. When I had to replace them I went with Pirelli Dragonsport because they were half the price. The Michelin were close to 500 bucks a tire. Not bad for factory tires. @@weirdshibainu

[@sifisothabethe3252]

Mazda is giving us luxury comfort and driving since it made its first SUV, what a gem!!!

[@thewatcherM4]

The thing I love most about mine is NO CVT! That being said, I would have preferred a manual; but - did I mention? - NO STINKING CVT SLUSHBOX!

[@itsmaceYT]

'23 Mazda 3 Turbo tapping in, love it!

[@Games4Days912]

Have a 23 black Turbo hatch PP and absolutely love the car. The driving experience is just butter. The power is VERY nice. The design is sexy AF. The car with the aero package is legit the perfect looking hatch. Mine gone TBoned 2 weeks ago. 14k worth of damage. It's currently in the shop. Fantastic car.

[@akgonen60]

that sucks when will it be done you think ?

[@Games4Days912]

@@akgonen60 just got it back a few days ago. They did a great job tho.

[@jmakhlouf422]

Had you tested the Civic Si?

[@robbhoffman834]

@@Games4Days912 If you didn't, make sure to file a "diminished value" claim against their insurance for the value lost due to the accident on the car's record now. It could be worth thousands.

[@gamersunite7968]

2024 Premium Plus Turbo hatch with the white mica paint and it’s a superb car! I had a 2021 select hatch before this and I have no regrets on this purchase. I tuned mine a little so I’m pushing about 300HP. 0-60 I’ve clocked is around 5.5sec. Nothing super but it’s just a fun sporty car with enough trunk space for what I do.

[@panglingaow]

Should of bought a 24 mustang ecboost for 33k. I traded in my 23 mazda 3 select sedan for the stang. 0-60 in 4.5 seconds stock

[@No_timezone77]

I just bought a 2021 with 15,000 mi in this exact same color with the red interior and dash I love it. also having that screen so far away it's perfect in my opinion because it's right in your line of sight. Yes, not being a touch screen can be annoying at times but you get used to it.

[@adventurellama7444]

I just got a certified pre owned with the same specs. Had 12,000 miles on it. Fingers crossed that this car will last me for years to come.

[@akgonen60]

@@adventurellama7444 do your oil changes around 6k change the tires when she gets worn out she last many many years i had one last me 22 years there good reliable cars i had a mazda for soo long its kinda gotta special spot on the list of cars i love , i gotta mazda 3 hatch 2021 and the miles i already put on it lol im always takin it for a spin somewhere just cause lol

[@adventurellama7444]

@@akgonen60 thanks for the info! I actually went from a ford f150 to my 3. My coworkers don’t laugh at me anymore when trying to parallel park haha. Only problem I have is keeping gas in it. I wanna drive the car all the time, in sport mode. It’s a fun car for sure.

[@Saboda53]

A touchscreen that’s always free of fingerprints & smudges? Sign me up!

[@neilpacheco622]

I purchased a 2024 Mazda3 Turbo Premium Plus last week and I love it! Big upgrade over my 2017 Hyundai Elantra GT.

[@gooniac33]

gotta love what Mazda offers!! very simple mods transform the car into a much more capable platform too! Love this style review and am always looking forward to the new stuff you show us!!

[@janoycresnova9156]

I wish they would shorten the hood by about half a foot and added that space to the rear legroom.

[@marquisstrongchild7535]

😂

[@hecdiazf]

No words! One of the best ... FOR ME!

[@RiOrtiz3]

screen placement is perfect and I don't need any damn finger prints reflecting the sun on my screen.

[@oliverlondon5246]

Great review as always. What I don’t understand is the obsession with powered seats. In real life, one doesn’t change the seating position that frequently and if you do, the powered adjustments takes too long. Plus you carry all this extra weight and there’s an extra cost. I much prefer manual seats

[@neuideas]

I agree, but there's something appealing about memory seats.

[@jasonquinn4516]

Mostly, it's only useful if a car has 2 drivers. Then having an ability to save an electronic seat profile makes for easy repositioning when people swap out.

[@raymondsnow7745]

I agree. I used to love the fully adjustable manual seats and manual transmission in my old Protege5.

[@LearnAboutFlow]

Power memory seats are good if there are two+ drivers or you go to a carwash/have the car serviced. Otherwise they are overkill as you state.

[@neuideas]

@@LearnAboutFlow When you take your car to get serviced, a mechanic is likely to adjust your seat. If you ever sleep or do work in your car, you may prefer a different seat position while doing so. Adjusting back to your driving position might be tricky without having memory seats.

[@jasonjohnsonHVAC]

I just got a 2024 3 turbo PP.....that came with a factory body aero kit....it totally changes the look and blows away the standard one in looks. Its black with the red Napa leather....i love it. Screw that touchscreen crap....yall car review people always complain about it.....its much safer with the knob snd easy to use.

[@keithrodes1591]

I like how the interior is an upgrade over the competitors!

[@erichernandez7553]

2 inches bigger screen is THE ONLY upgrade.. how’s is that phenomenal OVER the competitors????

[@s4nder86]

@@erichernandez7553 The design is also vastly superior to something like a Corolla.

[@robbhoffman834]

@@s4nder86 I agree, but for the $3k-$8k difference, it better.

[@Ellerich3]

The 24’ doesn’t have a HUD display? he didn’t mention or did miss it? And does all the windows still have auto Up and Down for all 4 windows?

[@AcktongueBaby]

I had a 2018 touring model hatchback that I absolutely loved. I traded it in for my Ford Maverick in 2022. The one thing I miss about the Mazda three I had was the infotainment system and the dial I hate touchscreens. I also miss the audible chirp from the Blindspot monitoring, the Ford has Blindspot monitoring, but it doesn’t make any noise. It just flashes on the mirrors.

[@Rev8691]

I have the 2020 model in white with the red interior, and I still absolutely love it. It’s one of my favorite interiors in the industry, and the exterior styling still catches my eye. By far the best car I’ve ever owned. Only thing I wish I had was the turbo model (didn’t exist at the time), trajectory parking with the 360 camera, and wireless CarPlay. Will be curious to see if they bring some form of electrification to the model, that’s probably when I’ll upgrade.

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

I’m surprised Mazda has continued to use their 6-speed automatic but I will say Mazda does do a very good 6-speed automatic.

[@felixecho328]

Honestly, I don't think there's anything that really needs updating except for maybe the transmission. An extra gear or 2 for the mph would be nice but the advantage is that they should be easier to service if anything happens to it

[@daveg6530]

The Carbon Turbo trim is the better deal. Exact same car, just no 360 camera or front and rear parking sensors. Those are going for around 32-33k in my area (MSRP 34k).

[@DM72513]

I agree that it’s better in a lot of ways but it doesn’t get the Bose and a few other things. Missed opportunity.

[@talynnnicole7706]

No Bose system which kills it.

[@jamesf7222]

I have the 23 Turbo Sedan in black. I love almoat everything about it, but I would like to black out the chrome trim. Just havent figured out a good plan yet.

[@JagoTFC]

What rear suspension it has? It's the AWD?

[@MegaRetr]

Mazda is giving us luxury comfort and driving since it made its first SUV!!! Great))

[@JSS822]

I love my Mazda 3 hatch. A few notes. The backseats aren't made for adults. Plenty of cargo room if you put them down because the trunk is a little small. There is a good size blind spot in the back. But all in all a great 2nd car for commuting, light errands. I got the polymetal with the red seats. Shame they don't make the manual in the turbo version.

[@kylegriffiths5990]

Yep, wish we got AWD as an option in AUS.

[@alainpaquin627]

First, I must admit that I like Mazda products especially since 2010 having had 3 Mazda6 (2010 GS manual, 2012 GT, 2018 GS-L 2.5 turbo) and a 2019 Mazda3 GS sedan manual. My wife also had several Mazdas (CX-7 GX FWD, CX-5 GX FWD, CX3 GS AWD and Mazda3 GS). So, I just purchased a 2024 Mazda3 Sport GT 6 spd manual (35000$ CAN) after trying the 2023 Nissan Sentra SR manual (lower power and finish), 2023 Civic Hatchback SPORT TOURING Manual (more expensive for price and insurance). On the other hand, if space is an important criterion for you, I must admit that the Honda Civic Hatchback offers more space for the rear seats and cargo space. 🙂 (Canada)

[@KAYJAYSTUDIOSYT]

Mazda is on a roll. Lets hope the Mazda 6 replacement is just as fun.

[@izzyifdu7599]

Needs ambient lighting. Mazdas interiors are so dark with high belt lines. Needs to be lit up a bit. Just a little bit not too much though.

[@akgonen60]

i agree , i got some LED lights for the car with a powerpack and put it all around the interior so at night the seeats interior is all lit up looks beautiful

[@EricGonzalez-wc3ib]

Honestly a lot of the critiques about the powertrain can be fixed with the Skyactiv-X they have available in other markets I think. It's vastly more efficient and it's electrified and while less powerful than the turbo, I think it could compare favorably against the 2.5L and against competition.

[@greasy_baboons294]

The only thing I would say about this it’s it needed to update the tank I like to drive on trips 360 or 370 is manageable

[@maxxbenzz7842]

Id take this over a GTI any day

[@nsbioy]

Automatic. The gti can still be had with the manual gearbox.

[@sengsythao1896]

Man, I've always like this new mazda 3 when I see it on the roads, it just doesn't have a manual transmission with the top trim! I would consider it a hot hatch if it had 6 speed manual with the turbo models imo. 😎👍

[@davevolz6138]

GR Corolla

[@raymondsnow7745]

It ONLY has the manual with the top trim, just not the turbo. I'd love a base spec manual!

[@davevolz6138]

@@raymondsnow7745 mazda knows better. Glass skyliteactiv motor

[@MARTINRIGGSS]

This is a good alternative to the GTI if you want a more matured and reliable car.

[@poppad1187]

I miss my 2021 3 Sport AWD Turbo. I let it go , that car handled so well in the winter and a fun car to drive in the summer , plenty of power , Same Polymetal Grey with Red Leather interior. Only mods were a Corksport exhaust and CA Intake. Sometimes you think the grass is greener on the other side. They’re aren’t many around my city , I had a white with Black leather interior one in 2019 w/o the Turbo and the white is the colour to go with, shows off the beautiful body lines and curves the best as well as the black front grill, tinted windows and wheels. Highly recommend this car !

[@ballathug8404]

Why did you get rid of it then

[@akgonen60]

what do you drive now ?

[@cormacsage7126]

I'm nostalgic guy so perfect shape and hope it comes with rear independence suspension next

[@Williee1976]

VERY NICE I WISH IT HAD A MANUAL ON THE TURBO 💙💪🏿💯

[@rightlanehog3151]

Sofyan, How did we start with the well-proportioned Protege 5 and end up with the dwarfed rear end of today's Mazda hatches? 🤔

[@Crypticdragon1]

I had a protege5 as my first car. Still miss that thing, it was fantastic.

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@Crypticdragon1 It was a good looking and practical design. Neither of which can be said of this one.

[@Godzilla12546]

question can you mod the car? i know you can chose the specs you want and all but lets say you want to customize the body in your own way, can you do that? or is that very limited?

[@puddleduckist]

Definitely a sharp looking car! I have a 17 mazda 6 gt and I really like the front end design and the leds that light up under the front trim, looks great at night! I like the fact that the 6 has rear coils and shocks and struts on the front. Overall I'm very happy with it, only issue I've had over the cpl yrs of ownership is the original serpentine belt shredded at 80k miles. The touch screen just started having the ghost touch, unplugged the touch screen ribbon and solved the issue and saved me alot of money.

[@tyhyhh]

it doesnt need a dct it just needs a more performance tuned 6 speed

[@2Kriss2Kross]

Cross-shopped this and the Civic and ultimately went with Civic Touring Hatch for fresher styling and tech. Hope Mazda doesn’t let this car languish any further.

[@michaelbergschneider2446]

Honda tech is better. But the civic styling leaves me cold.

[@Ellerich3]

@@michaelbergschneider2446 Honda’s tech is better…I rented a 24’ Civic last month and yes the driving dynamics is good however, the features and packaging is MEH. No wireless Apple Car Play, the screen is small NO HUD or Memory Seat

[@GoldRaven-oe4by]

Drove one before and it did feel a little sluggish compared to the competition i think it could do with another gear or 2 for sure

[@FullAttach]

What about the small windows / high window line and poor visibility- is it the same as the CX-30?

[@jimgarrity2414]

See lots of these on the road where I live. AWD and winter tires and they're zippin around all over our snowy roads. Hate em! Got a 2017 Lancer GTS FWD that I really liked until I took a good look at one of these. Crap. Got like 11 more payments still too.

[@timcgames488]

I’m a delivery driver and if I drove this car, when I have my phone connected to the car, could I type in my address to where I need to go and have it pop up on the screen in the car?? Seeing the screen is a little far back can I not just use my phone and it should update to the screen? If yes then I wouldn’t have to have a magnetic stand to hold my phone up because I have the screen?

[@bitbat9]

Yes connect with CarPlay or android auto and your maps will display on the screen

[@daretobe957]

The worst part is not the fuel economy, but the tiny tank and ~250 mi real-world range. Having less range than EV is crazy

[@akgonen60]

yea but i can fill up in 30 seconds and reload my 250 miles before the ev has time to charge

[@ericchang5217]

I think I've decided the lesser power with the manual is worth it over the turbo which comes with the automatic only.

[@neuideas]

There's the advantage of better fuel economy and a larger gas tank in the non-turbo cars.

[@DesyDesotell]

Debating between this and a Carolla Hatchback for my next car. This def made the decision harder!

[@ms.b9093]

Corolla has the peppy hybrid advantage over the Mazda!!

[@kylerider7125]

Screen placement is ridiculous and the fuel tank is to small but it’s pretty

[@thobilengwenya966]

I love madza. Good car

[@JagoTFC]

What rear suspension has the AWD? What differentials does it have?

[@FloydPududu]

Beautiful Mazda car

[@chaff5]

I wish they would combine the turbo engine with the manual. The AWD doesn't even matter.

[@twospiceguys6325]

You are very wise. Bring back the manual turbo!

[@porschefanatic1049]

My sister has the CX-5 carbon edition with the non turbo engine. The interior is high quality for the price and over all feels solid. I don’t like the dial input to control the screen and it would be better with auto folding mirrors and fog lights. I drive a Honda Civic and it has. better safety systems than Mazda

[@ms.b9093]

The CX-5 is a great SUV! Rides like dream with its rear independent suspension! You really can feel the difference! Just wish it came as a hybrid already!

[@Sleepyboiwonder]

Legitimately thinking about trading in my Mach E for this. I think I’m ready to go back to gas after I moved and lost my home charger.

[@jamesrather1510]

There's a lot of sweet deals out there on mach e lower trim models, would you recommend it? I've got a CX-30 lease that's ending soon.

[@jasonquinn4516]

Get ready to take a hit when you trade in. Those Mach-E's have not been moving for Ford at all. Hope you got a good deal when you purchased it.

[@emmexfyv]

I love the EV depreciation, we got a CPO low mile crazy loaded e-tron at like a 40 Grand discount @@jasonquinn4516

[@bigwilly26]

Thinner tires work better in deep/deeper snow. It's probably more of a benefit for Canadians.

[@DisabilityExams]

The turbo 2.4 has a reduced compression ratio compared with the non-turbo.

[@slapyoknees2426]

the video is indicated to be playing at 4k but its actual image quality is incongruent; it looks more like it was a 720p video stretched to fit the 4k resolution, resulting in one truly disappointingly blurry and pixelated mess. you are a good reviewer, so please make sure the image quality of your video does your reviews justice.

[@PineappleGamesTV]

I wish these came with rear vents. Love them nonetheless.

[@christianbryant5617]

I know, it’s odd.. The Acura Integra and a few other competitors have gone away with it too.

[@ms.b9093]

@@christianbryant5617Honda Civic too!

[@tubehead8203]

Manual don't have turbo?

[@Platos-Den]

You can still get a VW Jetta GLI manual at a lower price and more smiles per gallon.😊

[@atalk143]

I am actually going against the grain here 😅- As an owner of a 2016 CX-9 and a 2016 Mazda 3 (both are previous gen), I am disappointed by this. The interior and amenities of this MY/trim is nice......for 2016. The omission of a power passenger seat, the lack of a digital dashboard, and zero rear seat charging ports/vents is head-scratching. I know Mazda's mantra is all about driver engagement and stirring emotion (at a competitive price) but these things *should* be standard in a top trim with an asking price of $38k. One of the worst (if not the worst) part of this is the 6-speed automatic. It was prehistoric back in 2016 and it is almost unforgiveable today. The only allowable 6-speed transmission should be of the gated variety. It's hard to voice that opinion as I am very partial to Mazda. I love their continued focus on driving dynamics and established reliability but it's disappointing to see old tech and a disconnect on what should be baseline amenities (specifically for $38k top trim). The CX-90 is fantastic but some of that goodies needs to trickle down asap.

[@brandonfay1486]

Where is the radio at in the 2024 MAZDA3 HATCHBACK 2.5 TURBO PREMIUM PLUS I-ACTIV AWD I don't see any radio at all

[@emmexfyv]

Built into the screen but probly no CD player-

[@siphelelebatyi917]

The new Mazda very light on Petrol and nice driving

[@lions208436]

At around 35k, would you get the Elantra N or pay a little more and get a WRX over this? I love the Mazda 3, had one on a long road trip and was impressed, but my buddies 2023 WRX limited trim was just as comfortable and a little quicker

[@krane15]

Some people prefer comfort and economy over performance.

[@lions208436]

​@@krane15very true. At about 40k, and since it now has 300 HP standard, I'd go a little up market and get a G70, which also has a 2.5t. I've still seen some 2022 "new" Stingers in my area for about 38k. That would be my choice if I could find one.

[@emmexfyv]

Stinger in that green is tite @@lions208436

[@Zbone09]

The Mazda 3 turbo and wrx limited have pretty similar acceleration numbers. I have a 2021 Mazda 3 turbo sedan and test drove the 2024 wrx but with the cvt and preferred the Mazda still. The Elantra N is fun as hell tho

[@lions208436]

​@@Zbone09Had a CX 30 turbo as a rental last week, and I know that's a CUV, but I get what you're saying. I like the WRX, but after about a day I got used to Mazda's infotainment and preferred the 6 SPD auto over the CVt of the WRX. I drove a 22 WRX for about a month while my buddy was out of town. Fun car, but Subaru's infotainment interface was annoying and the CVT was okay, but not as smooth as Mazda's 6 SPD auto

[@Stressless2023]

Hate the side profile - Too much front overhang for me.

[@VaunShiz]

Crazy it's 38k for a none Type R/GR/R trim of a car, yea it has good power but they can't even give you independent suspension in the back ?

[@ekaxi8958]

Wish the tank was larger. 280 mile range is pretty low :(

[@porfiriato84]

Where TF did you get 280 from? Thats not accurate at all dude. You need to take your car to the shop 😂

[@lytatroan]

I do not like crossover SUVs, so this is perfect since it's one of the few hatchbacks left But then a crossover is a lifted hatchback

[@raphael1012]

Redline Reviews, thank you for the detailed review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@MrJagfootball63]

That gas tank size and range is abysmal . Any road trip would simply be annoying having to stop so often 🫠

[@zakuworks000]

Man, just paid $41,000-ish CAD for the 2024 GT Turbo Sedan with AWD. With exchange, that’s would’ve been roughly $32,000 USD.

[@Oboy-b6o]

I thought they bump the power to 256 with premium fuel for 2024

[@JeanPochard]

It's interesting how minor the changes are since 2021. Infotainment upgrades are not bad but hardly worth trading the car in.

[@JarmelSingsKaraoke]

🔥Great Job Sofyan 🔥

[@LouAntonioGiordano]

When the hatch came out in 2019 I was thinking the C pillar would grow on me. Nope, still weird

[@tpolerex7282]

Yeah, me too, and otherwise it really is a great looking vehicle. The claustrophobic, tight rear and YUGE blind spots because of it had me looking elsewhere. It still is a mostly great overall hatch.

[@TheP2WGuy]

same

[@ms.b9093]

It was definitely polarizing the first year or so, and sales were slow! It’s definitely found its audience and inventories are low in my market for these now!

[@Michael-ur5qb]

Definitely due for a redesign I don’t think they need to completely go back to the drawing board but they need to address that c-pillar. Blind spot and makes it seem cavelike. Otherwise the car is near perfect.

[@ms.b9093]

I dont mind the design or C-pillar! It’s definitely the most unique hatch on the market! I just find the rear seat and leg room unusable! And a deal breaker!

[@carljohnson7]

Almost got this instead of my Integra, to bad its in the shop for that infamous sticking steering wheel issue

[@Aguon]

My civic is also having the same issues. I wish I had gotten the 3 instead 😬

[@carljohnson7]

@Aguon have you brought yours in yet?

[@Aguon]

@@carljohnson7 I did a few months ago and they installed a new module for it I believe. It fixed it temporarily but it’s come back recently and seems to be worse than before so I’m thinking the whole rack will need replaced

[@carljohnson7]

@Aguon I brought mine in 3 days ago and they also said it might need a whole new rack. I sent a complaint to the NTHSA so will see where it goes. Problem is the part is on back order and others have waited months for it to arrive

[@Aguon]

@@carljohnson7 best of luck with yours 🙏🏼 I’m getting my last free oil change in a few weeks from the dealer so I’m gonna mention it and see where it goes. I personally don’t mind waiting a bit if I have a rental car to use in the meantime but yeah I’ve also heard the wait times are crazy right now.

[@r3games1985]

GTI MK8 on the dyno gets 250 HP and 319 FPT. Check the many videos on this. VW underrates the cars power.

[@valdiswallace830]

Would love the plug in hybrid system

[@InSadeGames]

i dont know but i love this car .... agressive elegant in a uniq car :D

[@naldovaz9157]

no stick shift awwwwww

[@abevans1475]

I would love to own this car

[@BeepsAndBeats]

I own a 2024 T PP, car is amazing. Sure it’s an enthusiast car, but I get looks all the time

[@JayBee-cr8jm]

No clutch? Speakers but no CD player? Does Apple car play require a cell phone? I love my 2010 Mazda 3 but this car is almost unrecognizable to me.

[@niceguy4421]

The cup holders are too far ahead in my seating position

[@CruiseControl1]

I wish the auto was a dct with great paddles on the wheel, have a rear bias AWD system, get rid of the cheap torsion beam and tune the engine to a higher rpm, think more top engine na power band pulling to redline and I will buy it

[@raymondsnow7745]

I remember reading when this shared platform came out that it more easily allowed adding AWD. Most people couldn't tell you that there is any significant difference in handling between the last and current generations

[@FidelF]

LOL! The things you just mentioned, specifically, the DCT and the rear biased AWD would put this at least at $50k US. Be for real, no one is buying a HATCHBACK that happens to be a MAZDA for 50 THOUSAND US DOLLARS. 🤦‍♂️😂.

[@jamesm654]

I see videos of the Mazda 3 sold overseas and it does have rear seat air vents. Why does the US model not have this feature?

[@bluewinds10]

All models above base in Aus have rear vents, - although they stopped the manual last year - I know what I would rather have

[@ms.b9093]

There is no room back there for passengers anyway!!!

[@stever41g]

Excellent review, thx.

[@geneforte9038]

When will u test out tke 2024 bmw X1 M35 ?

[@nickrajotte6802]

“Top speed of 134” you mean it has a speed limiter set to that. I really want to take that off mine and see what she can do

[@grawlix2123]

Get rid of the rear 2 doors and i'll consider it...

[@fale892]

Dumb