Mazda 3 Saloon (2009-2010) review
At a glance
| Price new | £14,905 - £21,470 |
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| Used prices | £622 - £2,843 |
| Road tax cost | £35 - £255 |
| Insurance group | 12 - 25 |
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| Fuel economy | Not tested to latest standards |
| Range | 496 - 774 miles |
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Available fuel types
Petrol
Diesel
Pros & cons
Stands out from the usual hatchbacks, good to drive, high levels of standard equipment, excellent 2.2-litre diesel engine
Not as desirable or as practical as the hatchback version
Mazda 3 Saloon (09-10) rivals
Overview
Small saloon cars have never been particularly popular in the UK, unlike mainland Europe. Most buyers prefer the practicality of a hatchback when it comes to small family cars, but there are still several available including the excellent Mazda3 saloon. Like the previous model, it’s one of the more attractive four-door models around. It’s also incredibly refined, well built and good to drive too.
So while it may not be as desirable as the hatchback, it’s certainly very distinctive with a front end inspired by the RX-8. The line-up isn’t as wide as the hatchback but there are still some excellent engines available too including powerful yet frugal diesels.
