2020 Mazda Mazda3 problems
The Mazda3 (known as the Mazda Axela in Japan (first three generations), a combination of "accelerate" and "excellent") is a compact car manufactured by Mazda. It was first introduced in 2003 as a 2004 model, replacing the Familia/323/Protegé in the C-segment.
The second-generation Mazda3 for the 2009 model year was unveiled in late 2008, with the sedan premiering at the Los Angeles Auto Show and the hatchback at the Bologna Motor Show. For the 2012 model year, Mazda began offering the Mazda3 with their newly developed Skyactiv technology, including a more rigid body, a new direct-injection engine, and a new 6-speed transmission.
The third generation was introduced in mid-2013 as a 2014 model year. The third-generation model is the first Mazda3 to adopt the "Kodo" design language and a more complete Skyactiv range of technologies.
The fourth-generation Mazda3 for the 2019 model year was unveiled in November 2018 at the Los Angeles Auto Show. For the 2019 model, the all-new Mazda3 is equipped with the updated Skyactiv technologies, including a spark-controlled compression ignition engine marketed as the Skyactiv-X.
A performance-oriented version of the Mazda3 was marketed until 2013 as the Mazdaspeed3 in North America, Mazdaspeed Axela in Japan, and the Mazda3 MPS in Europe and Australia.
The Mazda3 became one of Mazda's fastest-selling vehicles, with cumulative sales in January 2019 of over 6 million units.
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Common 2020 Mazda Mazda3 problems
The 2020 Mazda Mazda3 has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners.
One of the most frequently reported issues is related to the fuel system, with 2 NHTSA complaints.
Another problem that has been reported by Mazda3 owners is related to miscellaneous issues, with 3 NHTSA complaints. These issues are varied and can range from minor annoyances to more significant problems that can affect the car's overall performance and reliability.
The brakes are another area where the Mazda3 has been reported to have problems, with 3 NHTSA complaints.
The Mazda3 has also been reported to have electrical problems, with 2 NHTSA complaints. These issues can affect various parts of the car's electrical system, including the infotainment system, which is a key feature of the Mazda3.
Steering problems have also been reported by Mazda3 owners, with 2 NHTSA complaints. These issues can affect the car's handling and stability, which is particularly concerning as it can impact the car's safety.
Engine problems have been reported by some Mazda3 owners, with 1 NHTSA complaint. These issues can affect the car's performance and reliability, and can be particularly concerning as they can lead to more significant problems if not addressed promptly.
Body and paint problems have also been reported by some Mazda3 owners, with 1 NHTSA complaint. These issues can affect the car's appearance and can be particularly concerning as they can impact the car's value.
Exterior accessories problems have also been reported by some Mazda3 owners, with 1 NHTSA complaint. These issues can affect various parts of the car's exterior, including the headlights and taillights, which are essential for the car's safety and visibility.
In summary, the 2020 Mazda Mazda3 has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners. These issues include fuel system problems, miscellaneous problems, brakes problems, electrical problems, steering problems, engine problems, body and paint problems, and exterior accessories problems. While some of these issues may be minor, others can affect the car's performance, reliability, and safety. It is essential for Mazda to address these issues promptly to ensure that the Mazda3 remains a reliable and safe vehicle for its owners.
Is the 2020 Mazda3 a reliable car?
The 2020 Mazda3 has a predicted reliability score of 74 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average, and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.
Are there any Recalls on the Mazda3 2020?
Summary: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020 CX-30 and Mazda3 vehicles. The front brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly allowing the calipers to loosen. Tip: Recalls don't affect every vehicle of the same year, make and model.
How many miles will a 2020 Mazda3 last?
between 200,000 and 250,000 miles
A Mazda vehicle can last a long time. Mazda vehicles are known for lasting over a decade and between 200,000 and 250,000 miles, with some going even longer than that. The key to a long-lasting Mazda vehicle is to keep it running with proper maintenance and regular service.
What are the cons of Mazda3?
- Rear visibility: Because of the shape and design of the roof, some drivers may complain of poor visibility behind them. ...
- Back seat: The back seat of the Mazda 3 is crammed. ...
- Limited colors: The Mazda 3 doesn't have many colors to choose from.
2020 Mazda Mazda3 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mazda Mazda3 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Forward collision avoidance problems
- Electrical system problems
- Service brakes problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Lane departure problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2020 Mazda Mazda3 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2020 Mazda Mazda3
The NHTSA has received 26 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2020 Mazda Mazda3. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2020 Mazda Mazda3 vehicles.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-01
- VIN: 3MZBPACL5LM
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: Passenger seat belt won’t retract and remains in a locked state.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,LANE DEPARTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-12
- VIN: JM1BPACL3L1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,LANE DEPARTURE
- Summary: Google search shows Mazda has common problem with their front sensing camera, people are reporting the issue for different Mazda models across the board for the last few years including newer models as well. My car display shows few malfunction warning messages. Following captured from MyMazda app. 1. Forward sensing camera malfunction. i-ACTIVESENSE advanced safety and driver support systems may not operate correctly. 2. High Beam Control System is disabled. Automatic switching between high and low beams is unavailable.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-18
- VIN: JM1BPANM6L1
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: While driving on a residential street the automatic emergency braking system activated and brought the car to a very abrupt stop but there was nothing in the front of the car to activate the system. There were no cars in the on-coming lane and no cars in the lane beside my car. When the car stopped the Brake warning appeared in the windshield and a warning tone sounded. It was in the early evening and it was raining. Fortunately there were no cars behind me so there were no injuries. I took the car to the Mazda dealership and upon inspection they noted that the radar system associated with the automatic emergency braking system was malfunctioning and not correctly calculating the distance between the car and other objects. They are in the process of replacing the radar. If this had happened on the highway at higher speeds or if there had been a car behind me I would have been injured.
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-18
- VIN: 3MZBPAEM7LM
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: My car's automatic emergency brake is deploying without warning, during driving, when there are no other cars in my forward proximity. I took it to the dealership to have it fixed, and on the drive home, it did it again. There is a recall for similar makes and models for this year, but my car has not been included.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-17
- VIN: 3MZBPAEM6LM
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: on 3 occasions may 2023, June 2023 and July 2023 the forward Collison camera activated. in May and June it showed the vehicle to near stop like radar cruise control in rush hour speed traffic. in July 2023 it sounded the alarm and came to a full stop in heavy traffic. it occurs on bright hot days going straight no turns no oncoming traffic no traffic around and no obstacles hold or dips. this can cause the car to stop immediately and cause an accident. App detects problem with system but dealer cannot find problem and blame camera or GPS or satellite radio factory equipped.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-08
- VIN: 3MZBPAEM6LM
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: in May 2023 the visors of the vehicle hinge melted causing the visors to hang down to eye level and would not hold up causing visibly issues for driver and passenger. dealer said it is a common issue in heat but it blocks forward visibility and won't hold up and if there were and accident, forward movement of passenger or driver can cause the head to hit the visor causing injury.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-01
- VIN: JM1BPALM0L1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Automatic safety notification censoring system for the brakes engaged when a stop was not applicable or necessary causing the car to brake on its own in traffic. Luckily no one else was on the road.
STEERING,LANE DEPARTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-01
- VIN: JM1BPBNM0L1
- Components: STEERING,LANE DEPARTURE
- Summary: Lane departure warning activated and attempted to correct during a gentle curve. The location had shifted lanes due to construction, so clear lines were visible but not the actual lane to follow which is a frequent occurrence in New York City. The system came close to steering me into the adjacent lane occupied by another vehicle forcing me to fight the correction. There was a lane departure warning on the dash and I believe the blind spot indicator was on (i.e. the adjacent vehicle was detected in some capacity). I considered this especially dangerous as in this zone also had very tight lanes so my physical correction could have also caused an accident. There was no malfunction of the physical components. No dealer or service center has reproduced the issue however I have discussed with other drivers of the same line (2020-23 Mazdas) who have had similar experiences leading to a decision to disable these "safety" features. Mazda provides a reasonable description of scenarios where lane departure and assistance will disable itself due to poor conditions or low confidence. I would recommend at a minimum requiring the system to detect and potentially differentiate lane widths, as city driving sometimes has extremely tight lanes (for example, the inner roadway of the Williamsburg Bridge where two adjacent lanes are perhaps 8-9ft with less than 2ft on either side to the wall). In these scenarios, any steering correction at all is more dangerous than if it were off.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-01
- VIN: JM1BPBNM0L1
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: I was driving down 2nd Avenue in Manhattan, traffic was crowded but flowing with an estimated speed of 20mph between lights. I believe the distance between my front bumper and the car ahead was only slightly under 2 car lengths in motion. Coming to a stop light, the car in front of me slowed and I followed, applying pressure to the brake gradually. Roughly 2-3 seconds into my braking, the forward collision warning activated (fast beep) followed by a hard brake causing myself and one passenger to lurch forward. The car behind me managed to hard brake before hitting me by a very small margin. As my car came to a near stop the space in front opened to several car lengths, that is a continuous application of gradual braking would have been totally sufficient to stop. Weather conditions were good. A similar situation had occurred to me before on the highway (unnecessary forward collision warning, but thankfully no auto brake) and so after this I decided to check the front for any obstruction of sensors and could not find any. I have heard from at least one other owner of a similar model Mazda that they have experienced the same during city/Manhattan driving.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-23
- VIN: JM1BPBMM3L1
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: •The first incident I had with the SBS was about a month on the highway, I was approaching a vehicle that was braking due to upcoming traffic. I had plenty of time to stop, upwards of 8-10 car lengths. Yet my SBS kicked in and slammed the brakes, jarring me forward. Luckily no one was directly behind me at that time because I have no doubt it would have caused an accident. At that time, it was the only time it had occurred, so I wrote it off as the sensor being a bit too sensitive. •The second incident I have had was recent, 11/23. I was pulling into a parking spot at work, that has a concrete wall to section off parking spots. I was low speed, turned into the spot and the SBS activated, slamming the brakes, resulting in me being propelled into my steering wheel. I was roughly 5-6 feet away from the wall
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-06
- VIN: 3MZBPACL0LM
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Fuel pump, car dying out, can't turn off brake release from when it dies. Shaking when accelerating. Fuel gas issue.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-31
- VIN: JM1BPANM0L1
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: I was traveling approximately 5 mph with approximately 15 feet from the car in front of me, maintaining a constant following distance. The collision warning sounded, followed by emergency braking within 1 second. No collision was imminent.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-12
- VIN: jm1bpanm0l1
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: I was traveling 25mph with no obstruction in front of me, when the collision warning sounded. The braking system did not activate. No collision was imminent.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-31
- VIN: JM1BPBCM7L1
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Was letting car slow down for red light. No cars in front of me. Suddenly the car braked and the brake warning came on. I was pretty far back from the light. I took the car to the dealer and he said the occurrence did not show on the computer. There was a recall for this problem but not for my car. If someone had been behind me or if this happens on a busy street, I would be rear ended. There have been other computer problems with this car but they never happen when the dealer checks for them.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-30
- VIN: JM1BPCML7L1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: EL VEHICULO TIENE PROBLEMAS DE ENCENDIDO, DESPUES DE ESTAR EN REPOSO DOS DIAS NO ENCIENDE SE TIENE QUE PASAR CORRIENTE, INCLUSIVE EN MANEJOS CORTOS AL VOLVER A ENCENDER EL VEHICULO PRESENTA EL MISMO PROBLEMA, ESTE ES UN PROBLEMA EN LA MAYORIA DE ESTE TIPO DE VEHICULOS, MISMOS QUE SON ENCONTRADOS MUCHOS COMENTARIOS EN INTERNET, EL VEHICULO ESTA EN LA CDMX MEXICO.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-15
- VIN: 3MZBPAEM0LM
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: While driving the vehicle decided to suddenly brake ....... thinking it was dangerous ..... lucky no one was behind me ..... that was really scarry and could have caused an accident for no reason.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-29
- VIN: 3MZBPACL2LM
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: I was on the Queensboro Bridge headed from Queens, NY into Manhattan on the afternoon of August 29. Weather was partly cloudy and dry conditions. Traffic was bumper to bumper and moving anywhere from 0mph to maybe 5mph. I was in the middle of the bridge driving approximately 5mph and my 2020 Mazda 3 beeped (collision warning) and applied brakes. I was almost rear ended and my two passengers were jolted forward. I maintained a safe following distance the entire time. I believe a van on my left triggered my car’s actions as it passed. I was in no danger of getting into an accident although I was quite shaken up since this is the first time my car applied its brakes. I have an appointment to bring my car in and would like the automatic braking system disabled. Previously, the car from time to time has alerted of a collision always under 40mph and a previous inspection of my vehicle (after I reported collision warning activation) revealed everything was working properly.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-15
- VIN: JM1BPBMM7L1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the ABS warning light illuminated, and the brakes locked up and caused the vehicle to stall. The contact was able to restart the vehicle however, the failure persisted. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer to be diagnosed however, the dealer was not able to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-04
- VIN: 3MZBPBDM2LM
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) system performs poorly (it does not hold a set speed well up and down hill; compared to our 2006 Mazda3), but the safety concern is the forceful, sudden, and not-always-predictable braking the vehicle does even if there is not another vehicle in front of us. It brakes, sometimes, for a vehicle in the right lane (we, in the left), and continues to brake unless we override the system. No problem--except if there may be someone following too closely, it could cause a collision. It seems to be related to the MRCC, as no "Brake!" warning accompanies the unwanted brake application. I've contacted Mazda numerous times; they recommended taking it to the dealer. I have--they can find nothing wrong. All of this seems related to a MRCC update (SSP C5) that was done to smooth the MRCC's operation. It did fix the sudden deceleration and acceleration when following other vehicles, but now is worse in other aspects. I may be wrong, but it all seems to be a software issue, so it's not surprising that the dealer can find "no concerns". As to the date of this incident, it happens nearly every time we take the car on a highway or interstate.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-08
- VIN: JM1BPANM5L1
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The front radar sensor failed and doesn’t work anymore rendering the FCW and ACC useless. There is a TSB out about water damage getting into the sensor. There are 2 warning lights on. They first appeared when I turned on my car one day.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-30
- VIN: 3MZBPACL8LM
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: I was driving 35MPH on a side street in “sport” mode. Car system beeped, car auto stopped, red circle with explanation mark and the word Break appeared on my center console. My drive shift popped out of Drive. No object was in front of my car, nothing ran out in front of it. Fortunately, there weren’t any other cars behind me or an accident would have followed.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-25
- VIN: 3MZBPACLXLM
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: THIS CAR IS ONLY A FEW MONTHS OLD, WITH ONLY 1600 MILES. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROX 30 OR 40 MPH THE SMART BRAKE SYSTEM (SBS) FALSELY DETECTS RANDOMLY AN OBSTACLE WHILE DRIVING, ACTIVATING THE AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHT AND ALARM. THE MAZDA DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE OR REPAIR THE PROBLEM ALTHOUGH THIS HAS BEEN REPORTED NUMEROUS TIMES AND WAS PART OF AN EARLIER RECALL. I.E.MAZDA RECALL NUMBER 4219L
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-13
- VIN: 3MZBPAEM7LM
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE STRAIGHT AHEAD ON A TWO-WAY CITY STREET WITH NO OTHER VEHICLES IN FRONT OR ON MY SIDES. I WAS TRAVELING AT A SPEED OF 40 MPH. THE TWO-WAY STREET IS SEPARATED BY A CONCRETE DIVIDER AND TROLLY TRACKS. A "BRAKE!" ALERT APPEARED ON THE DISPLAY SCREEN FOLLOWED BY BEEPS. SUDDENLY THE BRAKES WERE ENGAGED BRINGING THE VEHICLE TO A COMPLETE STOP CAUSING THE VEHICLE BEHIND TO COME TO A SCREECHING HALT. IN A FEW SECONDS I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE OFF.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-01
- VIN: JM1BPACL9L1
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: MY VEHICLE IS LESS THEN A YEAR OLD AND HAS LESS THAN 10000 MILES ON IT. THE PAINT IS CHIPPING EXTREMELY EASILY. WITHIN THE FIRST MONTH I HAD 3 CHIPS IN THE PAINT ALL THE WAY DOWN TO BARE METAL ON THE DOORS. I BOUGHT A PAINT TOUCH UP PEN FROM MAZDA AND FILLED THEN IN. NOW, A FEW MONTHS LATER I FILLED IN 17, YES 17 MORE ON MY HOOD. I DIDNT EVEN COUNT THE CHIPS IN THE PAINT ON MY BUMPER. THIS IS ABSURD, MY OTHER VEHILCE THAT IS 17 YEARS ON AND HAS OVER 150K MIELS HAS 2 HOOD CHIPS!! AND IT'S DRIVEN THE SAME AMOUNT.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-25
- VIN: 3MZBPADL7LM
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WATER COMING INTO CABIN FROM DRIVER DOOR WINDOW. BROUGHT IT TO MAZDA SERVICE CENTER THREE TIMES AND THEY CANNOT FIGURE OUT WHERE WATER IS COMING FROM. WATER POOLS IN THE DOOR WHEN IT RAINS AND SEEPS INTO THE CABIN.
2020 Mazda Mazda3 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2020 Mazda Mazda3.
- Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
- Summary: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2020 CX-30 and Mazda3 vehicles. The front brake caliper mounting bolts may not have been tightened properly during assembly, possibly allowing the calipers to loosen.
- Consequence: Loose brake calipers can reduce braking performance or interfere with wheel rotation, affecting vehicle handling. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake caliper bolts, tightening them as necessary. If bolts are missing, the affected brake caliper will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4420F.
- Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
- Summary: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Mazda3 vehicles. The Smart Brake System (SBS) can falsely detect an obstacle while driving, activating the automatic emergency braking system and suddenly stopping the vehicle.
- Consequence: Stopping the vehicle unexpectedly increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will update the SBS software. In addition, vehicles with certain production dates will receive an instrument cluster software update or replacement and a replacement owner's manual. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2020. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 4219L.
Negative 2020 Mazda Mazda3 car reviews
Positive 2020 Mazda Mazda3 car reviews
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I've been the proud owner of a 2017 Mazda 3 HB GT for a couple of years now, and it's been an absolute joy to drive. Not only is it super reliable, but it's also one of the few cars still producing a manual transmission, which I personally prefer over an automatic. Recently, I upgraded to the 2020 Premium manual, and I have to say, I'm blown away. Every single part of this car is an upgrade from the 2017 model, which I already loved. The styling is simply stunning, and the interior looks and feels like a premier high-end vehicle. Switching gears is effortless and more fun than ever, and the entertainment system and Bose sound system are top-notch. The Carplay is awesome, and the sound quality is super crisp with great bass. The safety features are also fantastic, making driving effortless and worry-free. While there is less space in the back seats for additional passengers, it's not an issue for me since I rarely have more than one passenger in my car. Plus, with the backseats down, I can still easily fit my road bike and golf clubs when needed. It's no wonder that Mazda's margins are low - they offer top-notch features and styling for a fraction of the price you'd pay for other car brands.
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I really appreciate the style of the Mazda sedan, both inside and out. The way it drives and handles is fantastic, and the Bose sound system is top-notch. I also feel very safe when driving this car. However, there are a few downsides to consider. The back seats are a bit tight, and some safety features are missing in the US compared to other countries. Additionally, there are some basic features missing that were included in my old 07 Jetta, such as a heater mirror and car alarm for break-ins. The display would also benefit from being touch screen. After owning the car for about six months, these are the things that come to mind. Despite these issues, I still think the Mazda is a great car. It's a step up from the previous generation, and the Bose sound system is a standout feature. I do wish it had a CD player, as I believe the sound quality is better than mp3s and music streaming. It's important to do your research before purchasing, as some features that I assumed were standard turned out not to be. Overall, it's a nice car, but like any car, it's not perfect.
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Recently bought the AWD hatchback and all I can say is wow! I'm so glad I made this purchase and I'm really enjoying driving it.
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Excellent handling, and still a fun car to drive 6 months into ownership. The car has a sharp design that makes you look back at it while walking away, and it's definitely a 'sexy' car! The seats are comfortable even with leatherette, and the interior feels premium even on a base model.
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Test drive this car and you'll end up buying it! I've owned an Audi and a Saab, and this car is in the same league but better priced! Thank you, Mazda, for making such a beautiful and affordable sporty car!
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Are you having problems with your 2020 Mazda Mazda3?
Raven Fadel 2024-11-06
Congratulations on your new 2020 Mazda 3 Select AWD! The styling is truly awesome and the cabin is well-appointed and quiet. The features for the money are amazing, making it a great value. However, I understand that accessing the cabin can be a bit of a challenge. The driver's door is narrow and the slope of the door opening is quite steep, which can make it difficult to get in and out of the car comfortably. Once you're inside, though, there's plenty of room and the car is very comfortable and quiet. Overall, it's a fantastic car and I'm glad you're enjoying it. Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
Jerel Hartmann 2024-11-03
Although the experience described is unfortunate, it is important to note that Mazda is a reputable car company that produces high-quality vehicles. The issues experienced by the customer are not representative of the overall quality of Mazda cars. It is recommended that the customer contacts Mazda's customer service department to resolve the issue in a timely and efficient manner.
Terrence Lehner 2024-10-16
The car has class-leading exterior and interior styling. However, the information system is a step backwards and should be redesigned immediately. The screen is poorly shaped, being very wide and narrow in height. As a result, the backup camera displays a very small image that only occupies a small portion of the screen. This is not up to the standard of a premium car. Even cheaper cars like Hyundai have superior backup cameras. The maps on the Navigation do not fill the screen, and Mazda foolishly deleted the touchscreen functions. This is a step backwards as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are designed to use touch screens. Mazda should have made the touch screen usable even while the car is moving. Mazda also needs to add more physical buttons either on the sides or bottom of the screen as this is a very user-friendly feature found on many other competing vehicles. It would be great if Mazda could introduce the 3 with the 2.5 turbo and the Skyactiv X as options. Additionally, Mazda should strive to make their vehicles with more interior and cargo room, rather than almost always ranking near the bottom in this category when compared to its competition. Lastly, it would be great if the 3 had ventilated seats, rear A/C ducts, and maybe a panoramic sunroof if it really wants to be considered premium.Maybe Mazda could improve the back-up camera with a software update that makes the camera image use the whole screen and adds trajectory lines. This could be a running change that would be included in the later produced 2019 Mazda 3 and given as a free update to buyers who already own a 2019.
Bryce Krajcik 2024-09-21
The breaking problem was experienced when the car was new, but it was resolved with an update. Despite having gone through three batteries, Mazda has confirmed that everything is in good condition. However, it is worth noting that the battery may drain if the car is not driven regularly, especially in winter. While there seems to be a significant draw, all systems have been checked and confirmed to be functioning properly. This has been the experience with the last Mazda as well.
Lorenzo Wilkinson 2024-09-02
I recently purchased a Mazda 3 2020 preferred hatch AWD. While it looks nice, I have noticed some quality issues after driving 5000k miles. There is a rattling noise coming from the driver's door glass, as well as from the dashboard, which sounds like a disconnected plastic part hitting another plastic part. The steering wheel also makes a noise that is difficult to describe, and there is a creaking noise coming from the rear door. Additionally, there is a climate control noise that appears randomly and is quite annoying. I believe this issue affects all Mazda 3 2020 models. Despite these issues, I still enjoy driving my Mazda 3 and hope to resolve these problems soon.