This New $20,000 Car Just Killed Toyota’s Future in America

[@scottykilmer]

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[@Just_In_credible6]

I wonder if Toyota is aware of this!

[@4bennybear]

Do you need to replace all the tires if you replace one

[@raysterE176Tremont]

What year is that mazda?

[@4bennybear]

the one Scotty was talking about i think it was 2019@@raysterE176Tremont

[@vincog]

Hi, my Mazda 3 2023 came without TPMS, and I know in other countries Mazda comes with TPMS. I have purchased the original TPMS sensor and what I am asking is whether with your device (the tablet in the video) there is an option to activate TPMS? because I suspect that the TPMS on my Mazda is only not activated. or am I mistaken?

[@carenthusiast4984]

Mazdas had engine and transmission issues when they were owned by Ford. Once they broke away they engineered and built their own engines and transmissions. They are very reliable now and very well built.

[@skytech_00]

Truth 💯 thank God they separated from Ford

[@lightsfansofthewest481]

They still have transmission issues.

[@SkaiiV]

@@lightsfansofthewest481I work at a dealer and they most certainly do not.

[@meriemmarie1081]

ur right, hope Nissan will be seperate from Renault

[@rtflone]

@@SkaiiV Trolls will troll it's what losers do

[@CC58]

My Mazda CX-5 will be 10 years old in two months. Nothing has ever broken, knock on wood. I can't believe it has only needed; oil, belts, brake pads, and tires in that time. Most reliable car I've ever owned!

[@tims7738]

timing belt?

[@ishkaranbrar313]

​@@tims7738They use timing chains.

[@CC58]

@@tims7738 CX-5 doesn't have a timing belt. Regular maintenance of serpentine belt.

[@tims7738]

Is that a chain belt? What is the maintenance interval on that, I have 2015 mazda 3 with the chain belt.@@CC58

[@davidglad]

How many miles and approximately how many highway miles?

[@grominwithrob1339]

I like Mazda because they haven't jumped down the CVT rabbit hole.

[@SamLoki]

Their 6-speed is so smooth, kinda wish they were 8-speed sometimes, could probably net really good gas mileage (it's already good at 6 too)

[@Corkfish1]

​@@SamLokitheir 6 speed is so durable I wouldn't change it.

[@JAO911PLIST]

In the 2017 manual. Its gearing its for performance or economy. Its gears tops out 30 mph from each other. 30, 60, 90, im pretty sure the next 3 will be 120, 150, 180.

[@LTT.Official]

Exactly

[@hsauto589]

They've been using the same 6 speed transmission for years and that's why they're so great!

[@zeekbrickett8095]

This guy rarely ever recommends non-Toyotas or non-Hondas. It's good to see reliable cars from other car manufacturers. He actually picked a brand that is affordable+reliable.

[@TragickSin]

Those slanted eye japans really know what they are doing

[@joeywitt7129]

I got a 05 Mazda 3 $1200 on offer up drove it for over two years only problem wheel bearing is going out still driving it thou

[@zeekbrickett8095]

@@joeywitt7129 Good to Know. I hope your Mazda3 continues to be reliable.

[@YoSuhDude]

I’ve owned 9 Mazdas and currently own a 2011 mazdaspeed 3 (heavily modified, 550whp), a 2016 mx5 (lightly modified) and a 2021 cx5. I will never buy another car brand ever. They’re amazing, driver oriented, affordable, and simply easy. I recommend them to every family member and friend and I’ve gotten lots of people to buy Mazda. Glad Scotty is finally appreciating Mazda.

[@89andresp]

Same here. 4, Mazdas. Mazda 3 hatchback turbo 2023 not modified yet, MX-5 2016 club not modified yet, and two CX-5 (these two are my family's)

[@rebelwolfofmibu]

💯🔥

[@hazexo1131]

are you a Mazda salesman, if not u out here doing charity work 😂

[@YoSuhDude]

@@hazexo1131 Nah, just like Mazdas, need cars anyway, may as well pick ones that use similar parts and have similar features.

[@DreamsOfGaruda]

Mazdaspeed 4TW!

[@chewpaeng12]

Scotty is the reason why toyota dealerships created a markups on their vehicles

[@maryjhicks5156]

I’m 81 years old and I watch Scotty!!! I started watching several years ago when I was looking to buy a new car and decided to do some research…that’s how I got started with Scotty.😂😂😂❤

[@groovemileage3756]

Me too!

[@ryanwiler4808]

I bought my 2022 Mazda3 brand new in January of '22. It's going in for its 60,000 mile service this Friday. (I do over 30K a year). Haven't had any major issues with it. Great fun little car to drive. Plan on keeping it for a long time. Even better, it actually meets or exceeds its gas mileage rating. You can get over 30mpg driving thorough SF rush hour traffic! What a car!

[@Callusny]

What minor issues did you encounter? I'm buying 2020 mazda 3 skyactiv-x tomorrow. Sucks because in my country in EU, an almost 4 year old Mazda 3 is $30k - granted this is almost top trim/spec GT Sport, but still.

[@bwelmhouse1]

I live in the Bay Area too. My wife and I own two of the 4th gen Mazda 3's. We have a 2021 naturally aspirated and a 2022 turbo. We don't drive nearly as much as you do though. I too can achieve better than its rated MPG. And they are such fun cars to drive!

[@JC-ww7uv]

As someone who lives in the bay as well, thank you for answering the mileage question during traffic , it’s such a nice car

[@doctordryan]

Here in Australia Mazda has a massive name, they're one of the top 5 selling marques

[@dianahussain5066]

Got my Mazda 3 Hatch today!!

[@tims7738]

how are you enjoying it so far?

[@ptw2408]

Drove my 2008 Mazda 3 until 2021. Bought a 2020 Mazda 6. Daughter is still driving the Mazda 3.

[@BCaTTenterprises]

I picked up a 07 mazda w/ 200k on the odo. 410k now no major issues. Mainly wear and tear, new clutch, alternator, ignition, thermostat etc. Very easy to work on, bulletproof accept for body rust

[@derekdavis614]

The amount of Toyotas driving around because of this man has to be mind blowing.

[@XXtrbxx1990XX]

They should give him some retirement $$

[@petertoth3136]

Then at 90 miles per hour, the Toyota Corollas sounds like a washingmachine.

[@dh6320]

My sister just test drove a 2024 corolla and she said it handles horribly! And very loud cabin ​@petertoth3136

[@tom690]

Mazda and the Mazda 3s are fantastic. Had a CX9 and an MX5 and they've both been excellent

[@adamsteele6148]

Why did you sell the mx5 are you crazy

[@applepoop10]

@@adamsteele6148Mazdaspeed3 is better

[@mrgarrison3516]

It might of been an auto 🤦

[@Notfiveo0]

The awd version is $30,000 for a new one.

[@bobby1970]

​@@Notfiveo0Not bad at all in price for a brand new reliable car these days.

[@Jmisaprodriver]

I bought a 24 Mazda CX 30 AWD and I love it. It’s a massive upgrade from my 2004 Honda Civic.

[@sunshine6271]

In June I was considering the CX-30 but I wanted the Preferred trim and for some reason (supply chain issues maybe) they didn’t have the moonroof but they were only giving a $330 credit for it not being on the car. So with the CX-30 not having the moonroof and only coming in AWD which I don’t even need, I decided to buy the slightly less expensive Mazda 3 Sedan instead. I love it.

[@Jmisaprodriver]

@@sunshine6271 I told myself I wasn’t gonna like the CX 30 because I’m not a suv guy and as soon as I test drove it. I loved it. I plan to drive it for 3 years and trade it in for a 2026 GR Corolla if their is plans to still upgrade it.

[@skryptec]

I owned a 1993 Mazda MX-3 for several years. Was super fun little car. Had the smallest production V6 ever made that was 1.8L. Too bad it had lived up in Massachusetts first before coming down south. Eventually rusted apart. Now I have a 21 Mazda 3 N/A FWD. no AWD or Turbo needed. It’s super premium for the price and gets amazing MPG.

[@cwpreston]

Got a 2021 Mazda 3 hatchback, premium trim. Loved the fact I could still get a manual transmission. The only thing I’d change is the electronic parking brake; otherwise it’s a fantastic vehicle. Handles well, fun to drive, gets great mileage, and is far more plush inside than a car in its class has any right to be.

[@z4dude131]

I owned a 2005 Mazda 3 with a 5 speed manual. One of the best cars I’ve ever had. It lasted over 250,000 miles.

[@sofarfromfirst]

I have an automatic 2004 Mazda 6s with 160,000 miles, runs mint still

[@nygiantschamps9340]

Highway mileage? Probably. not on the East coast lol Thats great though

[@z4dude131]

@@nygiantschamps9340 Michigan for me, and quite a few trips to Kansas as that’s where my parents lived. That car was very good in snow!

[@tyronenur2373]

@@z4dude131awesome! Curious though, how did you combat rust problems that Mazdas are known to have

[@2CheekyRabbits]

@@sofarfromfirstMy manual 2008 just called in sick yesterday at 200,000 miles. I’ve never had an issue with it! Not sure if I just want to call it a day and get a new Mazda. I love this car!

[@NoBucks777]

My 2024 Mazda 3 Hatchback is made in Japan! So is our CX-5 we bought new 11 years ago. Hope the HB is as good as the CX-5….never had a single problem!!

[@NVRAMboi]

I'd bet money it will be.

[@andyblank4157]

Who’s been watching Scotty for a long time ?

[@chicanou-turn5577]

Going on 4 Years now, Scotty is the homie 💪🏽

[@RobertP-kk5ou]

Every day 5yrs

[@DE-qk7fj]

Never heard of him. JK 8 years now subscribed!

[@ThomasKing19933]

Over 10 years for me. And it's nice to see you getting top comment! A true Scotty fan😊

[@idrissaadamu2776]

All episodes for the past 4 years

[@jonwoodworker]

Mazda owns more dollar value in Toyota than Toyota owns of Mazda. Secondly, there is ZERO Toyota in ANY current Mazda product. All current Mazda's are 100% engineered and built by Mazda. As smart as Scotty is with vehicles, you would think he would do some research.

[@NVRAMboi]

He actually has a red phone straight to Tetsuo Ogawa's office.

[@Roman-jf8pq]

He should tell him to make a Mazda truck 🍷

[@DE-qk7fj]

@@Roman-jf8pqMazda makes pickup trucks; not available in the US

[@Roman-jf8pq]

@@DE-qk7fj True that I just saw a European model. Shoot if they made trucks in the USA, I think that’ll be a game changer. And, considering their style and engineering a big formidable competitor in the Market. Big fish in a small pond kind of vibe. I’m in the SW and I’ll love something to tow and have fun out here in the desert. 🇺🇸🔥🇯🇵

[@DE-qk7fj]

@@Roman-jf8pqDitto - I found some old Mazda B series out your way (west coast) during the pandemic. If there were more decent ones available on the east coast I could test drive I'd be owning one now. Then again I wouldn't have my CX-5 now. It's always interesting to me how some car manufacturers only sell certain vehicles in certain countries. Like the kei cars ReDriven did a video about recently. It's all about the benjamins.

[@techhelpwizardgenie3146]

I work at Mazda, and drive one of these almost every day. We cannot keep them in stock. Literally there is a 6-9 month wait on all the GX models. You can get a GT same week though, but those cost a lot more.

[@miked6523]

GX??? There is not GT or GX mazda models

[@jldkrank]

​@@miked6523there is in Canada

[@peirs3071]

@@miked6523 Those are Canadian model names.

[@sahilthapar3168]

I booked mazda 3 gs in Canada. Dealership is saying it may take 2 to 6 months to get delivered.

[@techhelpwizardgenie3146]

That sounds very correct. Do be aware that Mazda's policy is to under-promise and over-deliver. So that wait might not be as bad, but then again it might be those things are selling faster than we can get them.@@sahilthapar3168

[@laps200]

Agreed. I bought a 2019 ILX with 5k miles back in 2020. Late last year, I started having a suspensions noise coming from the rear passenger side. It was still under the manufacturer warranty and when they checked out the noise complaint, they found out that the right rear shock was defective. The left rear was starting to go too. They replaced both rear shocks at no charge to me.

[@markyoung1750]

I had a 96 & 95 Mazda Proteges both 5spd 96 made it to 334k the 95 431k , I've had a 09 Mazda 5 for 7 1/2 yrs , it's at 568,000 !!! 😜 It's cost me a ton of $ since I use it being a courier , the engine seems to be bulletproof , still haven't had to replace the fuel pump , amazing !!

[@canditate740]

Wow!!!

[@mattcos6607]

scotty your a wealth of information, no chance of boring fast forwarding spots and your a riot. thanks for the information you reinspired me to get under the hood

[@jakecoyne3919]

Btw if your seatbelt is on, when you flip to reverse or drive the parking brake will disengage automatically. I get the importance of a manual ebrake...but its kinda nice to have peace of mind parking on a hill or slope and not feeling my car move or like itll snap free in park. Mazda seriously outdid itself with every car they make, they look good, drive good and best of all, performance is great between reliability and drivability

[@canny8228]

I just bought a 2014 Mazda 3 about a month ago. Only has 77k miles on it. I replaced the rear shocks and did brake pads and a brake fluid flush. Drives great. It doesn't have all the bells and whistles like the one in the video, but I'm pretty happy with it.

[@box420]

I have a 14 has well. They have a bad habit of the Servantine belt tensioner going bad and eating the belt.

[@canny8228]

@@box420 Thanks for the tip

[@PayneWewton]

​@@box420Can't even spell serpentine.

[@williamcarlson5405]

From WC, Scotty my daughter has a 2006 Mazda with a 2.3 L 4 cylinder engine (made by Ford ?) and a 5 speed manual transmission, it has over 100000 miles and still goes great! It has been to Fl from TN several times plus it goes to Greenville SC several times a year! It is a great car! You are right as usual!

[@kenlevesque8628]

I owned a 2008 mazda 3i. Sold the car at 325,000 miles. Only thing that went was my ac and did some normal wear and tear work. Purchased a 2020 mazda 3 preferred package awd. Hope to get as many miles. At 107,000 miles now and still runs as good as new.

[@andrielmontenegro2027]

How about now? About to buy one with 100k miles on it😊

[@773creyes]

I can hardly go a day without thinking of scotty's big fancy scan tool

[@BigEightiesNewWave]

The one was formerly over 5k : ) He doesn't want us to forget.

[@SunofYork]

My scan tool works best in the Sunday night single's club

[@NVRAMboi]

What should I do with this stupid engine cover?

[@SunofYork]

@@NVRAMboi Put it with all the others ..... lol

[@icqme8586]

He inserts it into every odb2 port he can find

[@bmc9587]

I have had 2 of the Mazda 3's, An 07 Grand Touring, and currently a 10' Grand Touring. Absolutely love these cars. Plus both were made in Japan. In 13 years of ownership not once have I had a single issue. Change the fluids, Belts, and plugs at regular intervals and you're set for life. No intention to get rid of it anytime soon. For an interesting story google the story of the "Cougar Ace" shipment of Mazdas.

[@gregw9289]

Scotty, enjoy your reviews from Melbourne here in Australia. I own a Mazda 6 1999 model with a 2.5 lt engine. After 280,000 klms is has been bullet proof reliable and still does not use hardly any oil between services. I find the 2.5 lt engine is definitely better than the 2.0 (too gutless ).

[@thomasK411]

2008 ford fusion se v6 here, almost 300k miles

[@thomasK411]

Conversion I believe it's almost 500 klms or whatever you guys use there

[@anthony-i1k8c]

I used to have an '84 Mazda 323 (GLC) 5 speed manual. Slow as hell but pretty fun actually and reliable. I floored it one time, got through 2nd and saw a cop. They had no idea I was giving it hell because it was so slow. 😂

[@rgreeneish]

I had an 84 glc. I was giving it hell one day and missed 3rd gear and jammed it back in 1st about 50 mph. It revved so high it threw all the belts off the motor and started wheel hopping. It had 326,000 miles on it before it was taken out by a semi. Loved that car. You couldn’t use 5th gear in the wind. It wouldn’t hold the speed limit.

[@NVRAMboi]

@@rgreeneish Legend!

[@DroneStrike1776]

My friend had one back in the 90s and I would literally smoke him with my 88 RX-7. Then again, my RX-7 smoked itself and caught fire because of bad apex seals and flooding on startups. Man those were the times, cell phones wasn't really widely used, Karens can't call the cops when you're having a little fun with your car.

[@MMA-mh9uv]

I bought a used 2022 hatchback earlier this year with 8500 miles. 2.5 liter, automatic, no CVT crap. My wife drives a 2015 CX-5 and it's got about 80k miles. It's been running great, only normal maintenance items.

[@scottrodgers2139]

Not quite enough room in the back of a Mazda3 for someone 6 feet tall, so I went for a CX-30 instead. Was able to buy it for invoice and didn't have to wait several months for it.

[@jblank74]

The Mazda 3 is actually a replacement for the Protege. The 323 was a hatchback only but the Protege was the small sedan.

[@737Parkie]

I had a green protege back in the day 🤔. I’m a poet and didn’t know it. But seriously it was a great car….manual as well.

[@rbiddy5893]

They actually did have 323 sedans...at least in Canada. Not nearly as popular but my friend had one back in the day

[@nigelnazeemjohannes85]

​@@rbiddy5893Yes you're right even here in South Africa we had the 323 sedan.

[@jakecoyne3919]

I mean the Mazda 3 also comes in hatch form too

[@AlejjSi]

It depends on the geography I'd say. In Europe, we had the 323 in all shapes including a sedan and that was all replaced by the Mazda 3.

[@jldkrank]

I had a 2018 mazda 3 I just sold for $19k. Replaced it with an 09 matrix for $5000 to help buy my first house. I miss that car a lot, I'll definitely buy another one eventually.

[@Tigerroux]

My 2006 hatchback still runs well. Some old age issues such as the tension belt, engine mounts and a crack on the fuel pump lid, was replaced, but nothing else. Has a lot of get up and go. Does feel bumps, but doesn’t bother me. Never any transmission problems. Never paint problems, but I kept it protected in the garage over the years. I love the simplicity of it. I don’t need extra bells and whistles. Maybe just the phone, but if I get a new one, I’ll miss my own music on CDs. Hate to have to buy Apple Music and sit there transferring it onto car.

[@williamneumann7578]

Last year I rebuilt a salvage 2021 Mazda 3 with 11k miles that had been totaled in a front end collision. All told after repairs, I spent around $15-16k for a car that was $25k at dealerships. It's now one of my daily drivers and is one of the best cars I've owned.

[@ChillPokePulls]

That doesn't have insurance right?

[@G_G_G_G_]

​@@ChillPokePullsI traded in my 2020 Mazda 3 with 12K miles for 22K doubt you would get that much but it's still a hell of a deal for you 👍

[@kellyriley7918]

​@@ChillPokePullsyou can still carry at least liability and w) USAA you can get full coverage , just paid out less if something happens

[@AltairBernard]

Old Mazdas aged really-really bad, their chassis were full of corrosion after a few years, especially if you live in a wetter climate. Chassis is probably the most expensive thing to fix nowadays because the excessive work hours needed to handle corrosion. Thats why they are considered to have no resell value, and thats why used Mazdas are cheaper than other Japanese cars.

[@darinbarfield8738]

Just picked up a super clean 2021 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Sport with only 8500 miles. For only $22k! Hopeful it’s a great car for several years, Last 2 Nissan & Honda we’ve purchased were junk!

[@2004cyrus]

That’s a great price! I have a 2021 CX-5 GT with 19,880 miles and it’s a lease that’s supposedly worth $21,000 to pay it off. But the dealer told me to buy it and then sell it to them for $26,000. They need clean used cars. Mazdas are great and affordable and last a long time if cared for

[@petermuniz9296]

That bull last week a Mazda stall and break down I front of me and I heard the engine crack

[@jakezywica6300]

My second car was a 16 Mazda6 GT with 40,000miles, paid $19,000. Absolutely love it!

[@differencemaker242]

Got the same car, bought mine with 50k on it for 18k. I have only had 1 problem, the screw fell out of the sun visor. I fixed it at no cost.

[@owenturnbull6424]

I have two Mazda 3s. One is a 2007 I bought new and is now my daughters college car. The other is a 2017 2 liter. Both great cars. They stepped up the luxury aspect of the newer cars. Definitely recommended.

[@E-utube]

Leasing a 2023 cx-30 turbo and biggest complaint is horrible fuel economy. Like 14L/100km which is kind of a deal breaker. Drove a mazda 3 2022 for a year and fuel consumption was better but ride was bumpy due to low profile tires. However, cx-30 makes it up on lower insurance. Other than this, they are very stylish cars with semi luxury interiors and handle amazing. Love the HUD and 360 surround cameras with wide angle front and reverse views. No other cars in the same class have them. Cameras a must for cx-30 due to low visibility out the back.

[@2004cyrus]

Do you have the turbo awd? Mine gets 22-26 in everyday driving, mostly city. I don’t mind though because it’s fun but I would love to be at 300lbs. But I did research before buying and knew the gas mileage wasn’t great. But I don’t want a CVT like Mazda or Toyota for 4-5 more mpg’s. It’s all trade-offs.

[@E-utube]

@@2004cyrus Yes, all wheel drive and the issue is I do most of the driving in stop and go side roads or traffic. So there's that. One great thing is cx-30 had much lower insurance than a Kia Seltos I was considering. No idea why but yeah, it's all trade-offs. I love my black cx-30 to bits and just approaching the car from certain angles is a vibe for me lol

[@Theoriginalborgy]

I have a 2019 Mazda 3 AWD Sedan with leather. I live in Canada we just had a foot of snow. Even with all seasons tyres the Mazda handles fine no problems or issues it’s not the best AWD, I think Subaru has that. My previous vehicle was an FJ cruiser, but with gas prices getting ridiculous up here it was time to downsize. Other cars I’ve owned have been Mazda MX-6 and RX-8. Subaru Tribeca( 09) Also my wife has a Mazda CX-5 GT turbo both our current Mazdas have been great cars. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend a Mazda to anyone. When we bought the CX-5 we test drove lots of cars including the Lexus NX yes it was a little more luxurious, but not $15k more than the Mazda. It felt like you pay $10k just for the “L” on the grill. Keep doing the great videos Scott 👍

[@edwardstronski5515]

I have a 2012 Mazda3 manual with 156,000 miles and still going strong.

[@alloverdaplace2043]

I'm rocking a Mazda 6 2018 touring man I love that car. Wish they didn't stop making them. I got it with 50k and it's at 80k now

[@tres311]

I grew up with my friends dad driving a 626 standard transmission with the automatic seatbelts (greatest 90s technology ever discarded) drove that thing like a bat outa hell, we literally got to our soccer game 1 & half hours away in 45 minutes. Idk if it was fast or it was just the lead foot but it surely felt like a Ferrari to 10 year old

[@jacobc2313]

i recently switched from my first car, a 2009 corolla, to the 2023 mazda CX30 and it’s been fantastic, happy to know it should last me a good long time

[@jamescaron6465]

I bought a 1991 Mazda 626 new and for three years I put 40,000 miles a year on it. Granted it was mostly highway driving but I really drove the heck out of that car. It gave me absolutely no trouble except I developed the leak in the air-conditioning, which was promptly fixed but other than that tires, fluids, and other maintenance was all I really needed out of that car. It was pretty basic, had rollup windows And a manual transmission but when I sold it 96 it’s still looked and rode like new

[@suzintru1]

We own a 2008 Mazda 6. Good until about 90k miles. Then EVERYTHING broke. Transmission broke, AC started leaking, headliner falling down, Alternator stopped working, plastic coolant nipple cracked, started leaking, CV joints went bad, Front ball joints went bad, cheap plastic radiator cracked and started leaking (to replace radiator you have to dissemble the complete front end of the car, a 6 hour job!! STUPID engineering). Now the 'Check engine Light is ON! Fault code says I need a cat convertor! Car currently has 150k miles. This has been the biggest money pit piece of crap I have ever owned. I will NEVER buy another Mazda. As soon as we can we are trading it in for a Toyota!!!

[@ramsey5568]

In 2008 Mazda was influenced by a coperation with Ford in a very negative way. Since ~ 2010 Mazda is completely independent again, and the quality is just great!

[@ramsey5568]

In 2008 Mazda was influenced by a coperation with Ford in a very negative way. Since ~ 2010 Mazda is completely independent again, and the quality is just great!

[@iamjustaman444]

I've got an 08 Mazda 3 hatchback and it's absolutely my favorite car I've ever owned. Easy to work on, runs good, and has never left me stranded in the 7 years I've owned it.

[@Alberto_Gonzalez-Burgos]

i had the same car 2.0 engine 150hp, the tranny went down the toilet at 100K miles, i still would buy another m3 tho, i loved that car...

[@mrgoodwrench1103]

I own a 2022 CX5 and 2024 Mazda 3 Sport and I enjoy driving either one. Mazda must have faith in their product because up here in Canada they warranty them for 3 years unlimited kilometers bumper to bumper and 5 years unlimited kilometers powertrain .

[@dhawal7476]

I am so glad Scotty is finally appreciating the beauty of Mazdas specially Mazda 3! Affordable and reliable!

[@michaelmcnally1242]

I've loved my Mazdas, but the truth is that they're not built the same way Toyotas are built. I had a Miata and 3 Mazda 5 cars over the years, and my own 5 was the perfect car for when I had it (and needed it!) but after like 135K miles it was falling apart.

[@Kmn55650]

I was a Mazda owner for literally 43 years. They build great cars. The sporty handling is a positive, and I always thought you got more for your buck than with the equivalent Toyota or Honda. I always drove a manual, so never had any transmission problems. But I got older and wanted something comfy to drive and traded in my CX5 for a used Lexus RX350.....another great vehicle!

[@samshippuden7557]

Have you ever had the 2.2 diesel engine? I’ve heard of engine issues. Some used cars in Ireland with this engine are suspiciously deprecated

[@Jack51971]

Lexus is Toyota!

[@samliang4146]

​@@Jack51971the accurate answer is the toyota that makes in Japan 100% since not all toyota does.

[@PayneWewton]

As opposed to figuratively owning.

[@WheresAangy]

What year for the Lexus? I was considering the CX5

[@ethanphillips7522]

Just over a year with my 2017 Mazda 6, I love it! I drive state to state quite often and I’ve put 40,000 miles on my car since I picked it up. Not one engine light has come on yet (knocking on wood) and although I drive like a maniac I get great gas mileage! (Up to 45 mpg on the interstate). Mine is front wheel drive and being a 6 it has a longer wheelbase. Very comfortable car, smooth ride and soft interior, great sound system, it has excellent handling, and a great aftermarket for those who can’t help but get their hands on a wrench.

[@daimon9]

I have a 2021 Mazda CX30 and I love the handling and acceleration in this car! I bought mine for 17K last year and I consider it a steal at that price in this market! ***Edit*** He said you can put it in sport if you want to drive like a maniac😆😆 I put it in sport to get away from the maniacs!

[@edhealy9024]

Where can I find Scotty’s review of the Mazda CX30?

[@LucasGonzo]

Where did you buy it?

[@jovannyflores9422]

I just bought one today from the auction. 2018 stick shift. 49k miles. For $4,800 ! Killer deal. Retails for $16k.

[@JRamos97]

Is it a 2.0 or 2.5? Nice deal man!

[@jovannyflores9422]

2.0 skyactive. Heck yeah. I just got it painted Looks brand new

[@davidclark7584]

I got a 2015 Mazda 6. Great car same 2.5 skyactive engine. Great power good milage. It is one made in Japan so top quality.

[@johnkirkland7465]

I have a 2019 CX5 with 80K miles. Changed the plugs at 70K. Runs like the day that I bought it. Yes, doesn’t have CVT OR turbo.

[@thenortherndoge]

I love my 2015 3 GS. Installed the Android Auto/Carplay unit in mine when it became available and up to this day it makes it feel like a 202x car, lol. Recently added deadening material too and it made the interior so much quieter driving esp .on the highway.

[@babychelf]

I got a 2020 mazda3 hatch in September 2022, they’re essentially perfect economy vehicles. Few minor issues that are easily outshined by all of the benefits. At least within the compact car class, mazda easily matches Honda and Toyota in quality.

[@sstritmatter2158]

good to know about Mazda. I avoided them for years because of the transmissions, too but would reconsider for the future.

[@Euro316]

I lived in Japan for 4 years until 2022. Mazda is a big name in Japan. Loved going to Mazda Stadium in Hiroshima to catch baseball games.

[@Argedis]

My 2014 Mazda 3 has been my most reliable vehicle. Not a single issue!

[@下田洋介-w4z]

But.... that's normal thing for japanese cars, nothing special......

[@Argedis]

@@下田洋介-w4z Nissan is Japanese and they have made some of the worst reliable cars in recent history. Several class action lawsuits for their CVT transmissions

[@eleanormassaro5195]

@@下田洋介-w4z yes, it is special!

[@DE-qk7fj]

It's special. '13 was only 2 model years since Skyactiv was released - a completely new engine to not go the hybrid or CVT route. And look at Mazda now.

[@Games4Days912]

I have a 2023 Mazda 3 Turbo PP and it's my dream 3. And an absolute blast and joy to drive. Luxurious and fast.

[@angryshoebox]

I had a 1989 323 hatchback base model with 4-speed automatic (my first new car, $6900.00 on sale, how times have changed). I had it for 7 years and about 91k miles. It was very reliable, and I had no problems with the transmission at all.

[@ValleyProud916]

I had that same car. I had it for several years and only got rid of it because my wife was having a baby and it was station wagon time! Great car

[@christianbryant5617]

I just think Mazda has a specific market and people look to buy a Mazda because it’s a Mazda.. people buy a Toyota because it’s a car. That’s the difference

[@jimrotharmel]

Mazda uses the 2.5 in it complete line up some are turbo, but I have a non turbo cx 5 with the 2.5 great car.

[@jester9159]

A week ago I traded in my 16' Kia Forte and purchased a '23 Mazda3 hatchback with a little over 17K miles on it in the, uh, "S" select trim I believe? Got it for $21.5K OTD and frankly have zero complaints with my choice. I'm averaging a little over 38MPG with my commuting to work. It's also the non turbo and just FWD, which I purposely avoided the turbo and all that for the reasons Scotty mentioned. It honestly looks and feels like a car that should be at a much higher price point. Overall I'm eager to see how this vehicle does in the years to come.

[@alicea5]

I would have bought a CX-30 if they work on the interior space and better windows. The drive was amazing but I feel so claustrophobic all around that I decide I better not buy the thing. I tested the Corolla cross. Very smooth steering but can’t pick up speed like the Mazda. Chose the CC over the Mazda.

[@jasberrryy]

i had a 23’ cx-30 and i loved it but yeah the windows are so small it made me feel super claustrophobic!! and the side mirrors were kind of weird, felt too close to the car i almost thought they weren’t even open. and the gas mileage was awful :/ i wish it had better.

[@J_131]

Mazdas are amazing cars. High quality feel and drive minus the crazy price.

[@thomasmiller1364]

In August of 2019, I bought a 2019 Mazda 3 Hatchback AWD Premium and I drove that car for four years putting 92,000 miles on it with no issues at all. August of this year, I traded it in on a 2024 Mazda CX-50 Meridian Edition. So far, so good! 😊

[@davemoskot1776]

Thomas, I just bought a ‘23 Mazda CX-50 turbo, top trim level and love it. This will be my 5th Mazda in a row and I think they are some of the most reliable cars around. Enjoy bro!

[@c.fisher5274]

I have a 2015 Mazda 3. I bought it new. I’ve been driving it for 9 years. Only problem I’ve had is the one of the rear brake calipers seized. I’ve had to replace the same one twice. I would still recommend Mazda though.

[@SoberJokR]

I have a mazda3 2010 with 160k and still run like a charm. Just bought a cx 50 get non turbo as a second car. Really love Mazda

[@jeffhenderson3184]

My son got a Mazda 3 about 5 years ago. He loves it! There are a few plastic piece on the interior that are loose, etc… but overall great car and great gas mileage. No issues.

[@bookworm721]

What is your MPG?

[@bwelmhouse1]

@@bookworm721 I don't know about him, but I get up to 42 MPG on the freeway (If I'm hypermiling), but more typically I get 38 MPG on longer freeway drives and 25 to 28 MPG in calm city/town driving. The Mazda 3 definitely gets decent gas mileage.

[@markd_aus9809]

Mazdas have had their little issues, water in headlights, spider web effect cracking of paint-my last one was barely 5 years old when the paint on the roof started spider webbing and cracking quality is not what it was years ago (my car was always garaged not parked outside when I wasnt driving). At that point I was into Toyotas and thought I'll give the mazda a try, looked up a forum for other Mazda owners here in AUS and many reported same issues including odd noises under the seat. That mazda 3 was the first and last Mazda I bought.

[@iroh5733]

What year was yours?

[@goober-vu5lu]

I had a 2018 Mazda 3, I loved it. When I was shopping for new cars though I had to steer away because they took away the 2.0liter engine. Now they only have the 2.5liter and they get horrible gas mileage. They’re steering away from being efficient daily drivers and now they’re going for luxury and sport handling. If they ever go back, I’d love to drive a Mazda again.

[@normandalgarno3242]

F'n a Scotty. I'm 75 and I've had 8 Mazdas over the years. None have ever let me down. About half of them were stick shift. Currently have a CX 30 because easier to get in and out of. Wish I could get a manual transmission though.

[@texyat7388]

I’ve had a couple of Mazdas over the years and never had an issue - not even the transmission. Maybe I was lucky. I’m glad to hear that they’re collaborating with Toyota and now have a better one.

[@Angeleno09]

Glad Scotty doesn't use dramatic headlines like other KZbinrs do. 😜. It's not as if he needs to with almost 6M subscribers!

[@PiratePete-te8qp]

Scotty is a KZbin hero. He's no star he's a superhero. 👍

[@jedbriimc9879]

He would be making huuuuuuge bank

[@Rtd2870]

Tomorrows headline: I JUST ABOUT DIED.

[@Semiam1]

Had two 323s. One in England and one in the U.S. with manual transmission. Excellent cars. The one I had in England for 3 years did not rust. Cars in England (back in the day) rust like no tomorrow.

[@bryanlyle]

“this new car” and then we see a used car 😂

[@richsweeney1115]

Its barely a used car..

[@krisjones74]

I bought a low-mileage 2017 Mazda3 (previous generation) a few years ago. It is my second Mazda and I couldn’t be happier.

[@JAO911PLIST]

My 17 mazda3 manual so easy to own. I can fix everything on it myself.

[@99drums54]

2019 Mazda 3 g25 evolve sedan in manual 2.5L bought for 21k AUD from a dealer with 55k km on the odo. The car is very fun to drive and fuel efficient. The soul red is beautiful and have gotten compliments from random people about the car.

[@DE-qk7fj]

Scotty lovin on Mazda exponentially more ever since the pandemic 😂

[@NVRAMboi]

*The Toyota partnership.

[@neelon2007]

@@NVRAMboiwhat does the partnership really entails? Because to my knowledge it’s just handling finances and sharing a US factory that makes completely different vehicles

[@WolfmanZX]

That's because mazda had a partnership with Ford (ugh). Not so long ago, Mazda decided to dissolve that partnership. Good for them!

[@NVRAMboi]

@@neelon2007 (paste from Toyota Corp. press release) "Mazda Toyota Manufacturing (MTM), the only North American facility to produce the Corolla Cross, is a joint venture partnership between Mazda Motor Corporation and Toyota Motor Corporation. The plant began production of the Corolla Cross in September 2021, and of the all-new Mazda CX-50 in January 2022."

[@NVRAMboi]

@@WolfmanZX I think Ford had a 25% stake in Mazda and had to sell it off after the 07-08 financial crash (along w/all other foreign/european badges they owned.)

[@CodyGudmundsen]

When you said "There's an old one, see how ugly they were?", it broke my heart a little haha. Honestly, I'd love to have one of those old ones. Super cute to me. I love that look and style.

[@rileypart1]

Actually, I’ve rented two Mazda 3 this year one of them I rented for San Diego trip go see Miramar Air Show not gunna lie this car handle very well and it’s was very comfortable for rental car. I wouldn’t mind rent it again from Enterprise. I didn’t like the Nissan nor Chevy or Ford they had cuz I didn’t want to get boring unreliable car for a day or two.

[@eleanormassaro5195]

I hear you on that. I wish there was a way to request a specific car when renting one. Now that I have the automatic cruise control on my CX 50, if I decide to rent a car for a road trip, I would love to have that feature on a rental car!

[@LiesThatBind]

I have A 2019 AWD Mazda 3 that looks almost exactly like this one. Mine has less equipment (no heads on display). Had it for 4 years now and best car I've ever owned. My previous Corolla's don't even come close.

[@CMBTSports]

Hey Scotty. I’ve got a 2014 Mazda 3 hatchback that creeks and cracks in the front when I go over slight bumps or holes or even speed bums at a reasonable speed. What should I do? Also, thinking about trading it in for a CX-50 Meridian. What are your thoughts on that car? God bless you man! Having a lot of fun learning about cars..

[@redrum3835]

I have my Mazda3 2018 2.5L GT with close to 170k miles it has paid itself off and paid my bills.

[@KPG9999]

Give it 5-10 more years and mazda will have the same “reliability tax” as honda and Toyota. They have not been independent from ford long enough for it to fully kick in yet. The word is spreading on these things though, so if you’re interested I would buy in soon.

[@DE-qk7fj]

I've been suckling on this Mazda teet for a decade now. So glad to see the brand do their own thing year after year. Even though I despise the current shark with a bear's nose looking front fascia. I miss the owl face (1st gen MZ3 and CX5.) And glad to see Scotty giving his approval to another Mazda. '08 MZ3 130K totaled '15 MZ3 53K current '15 CX5 90K current the collectiom will continue

[@chr103yod]

My 2013 mazda 3 has 250k miles. The only part that's failed so far was the alternator about a month ago. Mine is manual transmission with 2.0 Skyactive. Original clutch.

[@jduasvte2436]

Doesn't Mazda have cylinder deactivation on their n/a engines?

[@allmotor91]

Yup

[@seanthompson8071]

😢@@allmotor91

[@funtimeproductions5121]

Hopefully it can be turned OFF😆

[@NVRAMboi]

An unfortunate development of which I was not aware. I realize my mechanic could disable it, but c'mon Mazda. It's not like the EPA est mpg is bad. Why try to engineer technology that you know will malfunction/fail down the road.

[@kennedypoi503]

Scotty I switched over from Toyota Camry, Corolla to Mazda's 3sdn,3hb, cx30, cx30, cx5, cx8, 6. This transition began in 2017 and is still ongoing.

[@user-qb7li5ll9x]

Is the cylinder deactivation reliable and fairly maintenance free

[@Notfiveo0]

Not all models or years have that. I have a 2023 non turbo front wheel drive and it has neither start stop or cylinder deactivation. I’m going to look into whether it is on the AWD or the turbo. On the Mazda web site it is unclear.