AWARDS & REVIEWS

We knew the Mazda3 was unique for its impressive gas mileage, killer styling, high-tech interior and top safety ratings—and leading automotive journalists seem to agree. Read some of the Mazda3 accolades below and find out what people are saying about this fun-to-drive sports compact.

2013 5-YEAR COST TO OWN AWARD

Mazda has the most affordable five-year cost of ownership of all automotive manufacturers according to Kelley Blue Book's KBB.com.

— KBB.com | February 2013


2013 model-year vehicle's projected cost to own for the initial five-year ownership period is based on the average Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost to Own data which considers depreciation and costs such as fuel and insurance. For more information, visit www.kbb.com.

"The Mazda3 is the best performer in the class, and it has the best mileage. That's a pretty unbeatable combination."

— The New York Times

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Top Safety Pick

The 2013 Mazda3 was named a 2013 top safety pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

— IIHS | December 2012

MotorWeek Drivers' Choice – Best Small Car 2010

"Indeed, this affordable little drivers' car series seems to have it all."

MotorWeek | February 2010

2010 Cars.com Best Deal for Driving Fun

"There's something extremely satisfying about driving a car that costs and competes with a Toyota Corolla but drives like a little BMW."

— Cars.com

BETTER THAN COMPETITION

"Is there actually a '40-MPG' car that you'd want to own? Indeed, there is—the Mazda3."

MOTOR TREND | August 2012

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"We have driven the 2012 VW Jetta, Chevy Cruze, Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Suzuki Kizashi, Ford Focus, Mitsubishi Mirage, Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte and we still think that this Mazda outclasses them all quite handily. There really is no better choice in this class."

— Autobytel | April 2012

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BEST BUY

"Priced Right"

"Fun, efficient, and priced right."

Motor Trend | September 2010

"Strong Value Overall"

"The Mazda3 is a strong value overall, even when you're talking about the top-of-the-line Grand Touring ..."

— TheCarConnection.com | November 2010

"Hard to Beat"

"...it's hard to beat the balance of joy and practicality of the 3."

Winding Road | August 2010

"Look No Further"

"If someone is looking for a car that is fun to drive, responds well to driver input, and costs well under $20,000, look no further than the Mazda3 i."

Winding Road | August 2010

MORE PERFORMANCE

"But for what it is, the Mazda3 simply rips. No other compact economy car…offers as much stick-and-rudder fun as the 3.."

— The Wall Street Journal | April 2012

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"And the Mazda3 delivered 38.1 mpg... That too is higher than its EPA combined rating of 33mpg, and a very good figure for a compact sedan."

— Green Car Reports | May 2012

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"Riot to Drive"

"Find a little narrow, rough backroad, as we did, and the Mazda3 is a riot to drive ..."

— TheCarConnection.com | November 2010

It'll Put a Smile on Your Face

"The current range is packed full of vehicles that can put a smile on your face, and I have always considered the 3 to be one of those cars."

Winding Road | August 2010

Terrific Ride

"...I find myself driving the 3 and thinking that in many ways this is a better car than the Honda Civic."

AUTOMOBILE Magazine | June 2009

Delightful Handling

"Handling is delightful for a front-driver - the car is crisp, turns in well, and body roll is well controlled."

— Automobilemag.com | May 2010

Enthusiastic Engines

"Great handling, enthusiastic engines (even this "base" 2.0 liter), and better-than-average levels of feedback all make great cases for the 3 ..."

Winding Road | August 2010

Clean & Fuel Efficient

The all-new 2010 MAZDA3 is a SmartWay certified car that has received the U.S. EPA's SmartWay's certification mark, identifying the MAZDA3 as among the cleanest and most fuel-efficient vehicles available.

— SmartWay

MORE COMFORT

Fully Loaded

"And when we say fully loaded, we mean fully loaded - this little charmer was equipped with luxury features you'd never expect to find in an economy sedan." (MAZDA3 s Grand Touring)

AUTOMOBILE Magazine | February 2009

Best-in-Class Materials & Controls

"One of the biggest pluses this car offers is inside, where materials and controls are the best in class."

Motor Trend | November 2009

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