Other Mazda 3 (2004 - 2008) models:

  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I have arrived!!

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Envious!

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No. Too much to tax, insure and run.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Another Mazda!

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £18,500

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2008

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes, have brought several cars from them over the last 15 years.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    The best!

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Outstanding!! Will eat hundrends of miles of motorway at a 'steady cruise'. But at the same time, will potter around town with a perfect purr. The superb power available in any gear will keep you smiling and safe in any situation.

    What's it like to park?

    Not a brilliant turning circle, and view through back window is limited.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Dash creaks when cool. ie. air-con on full. Needs packing out maybee?

    What's most practical about your car?

    Drives like a sports car but still has good cabin space and boot for four adults.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Bose sound system.