Mazda MX-3 (1991-)
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    A lot of car for your money - especially the V6.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Parts are very expensive. Have spent a lot of money on servicing and upkeep.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    A real drivers car - very smooth, great for overtaking and the V6 is a lovely sound.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Being a 1.8 it isn't as quick as some.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Usual Mazda reliability - no problems.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Very underrated which is a shame.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Comfy seats. Interior similar to old Mazda 323, so no new ideas there.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No immobilisor or alarm, but have been factory fitted since.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Only used Mazda dealer when I lost my keys. I have to say they were very efficient in that respect.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Have to watch the timing belts.

    Other

    You will go through pads, discs, tyres and exhausts pretty quickly and they're pretty dear.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes