Drives well for the amount I paid for it.
I mostly bought it because it looked the best out of all the similar car ranges out there and it did cost less after promotions.
It drives well and has sufficiently updated appliances (Aux etc) for my benefit.
It also has cruise control.

Purchased to learn to drive and doesn't miss a beat. Reliable car and cheap on fuel. Very easy car to drive. The interior is nice which is expected with Mazda, plenty of room but probably wouldn't suit someone with a baby as I feel like it would be hard to get in and out of. Would definitely recommend this car.

I absolutely love my Mazda 3. It's a fantastic car that drives really well, even after 5 years! I have never had any issues with it. It is very reliable, and is cheap to run (I get 500+ kms for 45 L tank). It's very easy to park, and comfortable for passengers. I would recommend this car to anyone.

Car generally handles well, good traction control and is reliable. We've had it for 5 years with no mechanical issues (just squeaky brakes), bought near-new at 6months for $17K. We find it struggles to accelerate from standstill and up hills. Also during turns, passengers do move around a bit. Interior does feel a bit cheap and plasticky as compared to a Honda Civic for example. Average fuel efficiency is good, at 8.4L/km.

I've owned a few cars over my years and this is by far my favourite. It drives perfectly, the interior is incredibly beautiful. The red lights on the buttons make the car come alive at night. It is cheap to run, only costing around $40-$50 for a full tank and it lasts me over 600kms. If I ever upgrade, it'll be to another Mazda 3, just a newer model. Love this car!!

Great car; well sound insulated, grunty motor, great maneuverability n good turning circle. But reversal difficulty and blind spot no better than a corollary. Good fuel consumption. Well appointed cabin with reading light and other lighting options.
Courtesy mirrors for front passengers.
Well designed seats n upholstery.
Good internal n external styling.

Have always bought new cars but this car takes first prize. Everything is perfect and after seeing the new models would love to trade it in and buy another one but that is not practical for me. Reliability and costs are excellent. Had to pay extra for back sensors though.

Fantastic car. Very comfortable drive, the car is super quite sometimes I can't tell if it's running or not. Fuel economy is great, I only fuel up every few weeks. The dash is very nice and sleek looking. Lots of room for a family, leg room is good in the back and the front. Never faulted me I would recommend

Please just drive the car, it is a remarkable package, so balanced.
It does everything you want from a car, smooth, quiet, responsive, very easy to drive.
This is the car that became the No.1 selling car, why?
Not because it was cheaper or big discounts, it is just a great package.

Update to my original review, car is still running fine after 83000kms. Might be due for a new clutch soon by I do drive it like a race car because that how it wasn't to be driven. Brakes still haven't been replaced yet. Starting to get a little small for my growing family so may have to look at the cx9 but I will cry when I say goodbye. So much power!!!!!! Even my husband loves the power and he likes his fast cars.
Also I have never found a problem fitting something in the boot, there always seems to be enough room.
Love my mazda.

Our Mazda 3 2009 model had only done 19000km when the ABS computer failed and we had to get a $2000 replacement which seems unfair with such a low mileage vehicle This disappointment was compounded when my attempts to contact Mazda led to me getting promises from them that someone would contact me to discuss this but, although leaving my details, Mazda staff made no attempt to contact me - I had rung twice to try and discuss this with Mazda.

Road noise! Terrible! The car drives well and has comfortable options, I just thought buying a new car would be smooth quiet enjoyable driving, luckily it's the wife's car ! It would seem Mazda may have cut cost to deliver a competitive priced car, reaching bigger sales. If I jump in to move the 3 the radio is loud as ! Because she can't hear it over noisy roads at normal suburban driving. Not really impressed, hope it will deliver reliable and safe driving for a few years, as I won't be spending money on a new car for awhile. New model would hopefully be better, a extensive test drive would be advisable, Jeff

I own a 2012 Mazda 3 Neo and find it an excellent vehicle, I love the interior, the comfortable seats, the economy, the sporty handling, the design of the car and the fit and finish, excellent. I would like the Neo to be a little quieter than it is, road noise is an issue on some roads, around town no issues at all. If you buy a Mazda 3 you are buying a quality vehicle that will give you years of driving pleasure.