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Mazda 3 Used Car Review

The Mazda 3 is a Japanese small car that has for a long time been one of Australia's most popular vehicles. It is considered one of the most fun cars to drive in its class, with great steering and handling. There have been several generations since the model replaced the 323 in 2004. It continues to be offered in both sedan and hatchback body styles. A 2.2-litre turbo diesel model was introduced in 2014 but axed two years later owing to slow sales, leaving a choice between two smooth and efficient petrol engines in 2.0-litre and 2.5-litre form, with a standard manual gearbox or optional automatic. The first- and second-generation Mazda 3 range featured a performance variant called the MPS.

Pros

Cons

  • Mazda 3 places emphasis on driving enjoyment.
  • Good build quality.
  • Broad model range and prices.
  • Roomy cabin. Hatch body style particularly practical.
  • Road noise has been a constant issue for Mazda 3 generations.
  • Lower trim grades can be missing convenient features.
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Sat Feb 12 12:59:11 AEDT 2022

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
2 minutes ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Sat Feb 12 13:03:37 AEDT 2022

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
12 minutes ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3

  • 20000 km

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Fri Jan 20 11:29:44 AEDT 2023

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
2 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Fri Dec 17 07:45:01 AEDT 2021

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
2 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Fri Dec 17 07:40:32 AEDT 2021

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
3 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Fri Dec 17 07:36:09 AEDT 2021

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
3 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Sat Jul 30 10:29:46 AEST 2022

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
3 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Fri Jan 29 20:50:04 AEDT 2021

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
3 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Sat Feb 12 07:51:05 AEDT 2022

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
6 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Sat Feb 12 07:37:41 AEDT 2022

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
6 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Sat Feb 12 07:42:09 AEDT 2022

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
6 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Sat Feb 12 07:46:35 AEDT 2022

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
6 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3

  • 20000 km

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Thu Mar 17 09:41:01 AEDT 2022

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
6 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3

  • 20000 km

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Wed Mar 15 11:42:23 AEDT 2023

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
7 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Fri Dec 17 07:49:27 AEDT 2021

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
7 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Sat Jan 23 20:39:43 AEDT 2021

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
7 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3

  • 20000 km

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Tue Mar 21 10:00:38 AEDT 2023

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
8 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Sat Jan 23 20:43:30 AEDT 2021

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
8 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Sat Jan 23 20:45:56 AEDT 2021

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
8 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Wed Nov 30 10:50:22 AEDT 2022

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
8 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Fri Feb 11 16:58:54 AEDT 2022

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
14 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Fri Feb 11 16:54:58 AEDT 2022

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
14 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Sat Sep 10 00:15:13 AEST 2022

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
14 hours ago

2014 Mazda Mazda3 NEO Automatic Sedan

  • 20000 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This is a mazda car ready to pick up Mon Jun 28 17:41:22 AEST 2021

$15,000 Excl. Gov. Charges
Sydney City, NSW

Dealer used
15 hours ago

Overview of the Mazda Mazda3

Overview of the Mazda Mazda3

The Mazda 3 is a Japanese small car that has for a long time been one of Australia's most popular vehicles. It is considered one of the most fun cars to drive in its class, with great steering and handling. There have been several generations since the model replaced the 323 in 2004.

It continues to be offered in both sedan and hatchback body styles. A 2.2-litre turbo diesel model was introduced in 2014 but axed two years later owing to slow sales, leaving a choice between two smooth and efficient petrol engines in 2.0-litre and 2.5-litre form, with a standard manual gearbox or optional automatic. The first- and second-generation Mazda 3 range featured a performance variant called the MPS.

MAZDA 3 GENERATIONS

2004-2009: 1st generation

2009-2013: 2nd generation

2013-present: 3rd generation

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption

2.2L Diesel (now discontinued): 5.0 to 5.2 litres per 100km

2.0L Petrol: 5.7 to 5.9 litres per 100km (91 unleaded)

2.5L Petrol: 6.0 to 6.5 litres per 100km (91 unleaded)

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO MAZDA 3

How Does The Mazda 3 Perform After 5 Years?

A turbo-diesel version of the 3 that has never left the city is the biggest potential problem-child, with the resulting blocked diesel-particulate (soot) filter needing a trip to the dealership to be cleaned out.

In some cases, the on-board computer pumped more fuel into the engine to try to use engine heat to clear the filter. But sometimes that fuel made its way into the engine oil, diluting it. So watch for a rising level on the dipstick over time.

Some independent workshops ignored the particulate filter that could then fail altogether, requiring costly replacement to keep the car legal and roadworthy.

Some 3s suffered from poorly rust-proofed hatchback struts that could fail, spraying fluid everywhere and dropping the hatch on your head. Or fingers.