Mazda MX-3 (1991-)
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Picked mine up fairly cheaply considering it had only done 48,000 miles and was in good condition.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Petrol consumption is a nightmare, especially if driven hard.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Lower driving position than standard cars.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    The quickest thing I've had by far, though not much power in the low revs. It corners very well.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No problems so far and with Mazda reliabilty there should be few.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Quite a rare car that gets plenty of looks, especially as nobody knows what it is.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seats can be a bit uncomfortable on long journeys and there isn't much room in the back. Boot space is ok.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    The doors lock and it has an immobiliser but that's it.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Have not delt with them yet.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    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