2021 Mazda CX-3 review // Going, going....Gone??
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- Опубліковано 4 жов 2024
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This is a Motormouth couple car review of the 2021 Mazda CX-3.In the US, the 2021 model will be the last year for this CX-3 but in Canada, it continues on, at least for now. Lets take a look, see what you get in this sub-compact SUV and if the overall package is worth the purchase. I’ll give you the facts and let you decide. The CX-3 comes with a 2L 4 cylinder, a 6-speed automatic transmission with 148 horsepower and 146 lb-ft of torque. On the base model in Canada, a 6-speed manual is available, standard FWD. One up from the base has optional AWD and the top GT trim standard AWD. There is no 6-speed manual in the US and there is only one trim called Sport. In Canada, the CX-3 comes standard with a 7” touchscreen, Apple Carplay & Android Auto, cloth seats, manual driver and passenger seats, halogen headlights, 16” wheels and blind spot monitoring and rear-cross traffic alert. LED headlights come standard in the US. One up from the base, gets you heated front seats and a heated steering wheel. Add the luxury package for $1500 CAD to get the sunroof, and leatherette upholstery. Standard features on the top GT trim include, 18” wheels, leatherette, power driver’s seat, driver’s seat memory, 7-speaker Bose sound system, wireless Apple Carplay, LED fog lights, headlights and taillights.
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I just think it looks better than the CX-30. It's 2024 and I'm pretty sure I can get a good deal on a used 2021 CX-3 here in the States.
I love Andrea's line "It's not that I agree, but I see your point" ...you must have been married for a while ☺️
Wives always win
@@tubetop123 Happy wife happy life.
@@marcelstanford430 tubetop123: you're a bluepill simps.
And she says @9:43, “ hold on..” aka shush am not done!
@@kishan8592 the secret of a happy marriage, always let her finish first... when talking, too
Empty nester. Own a CX-3 along with a ND Miata. CX-3 is perfect for the dog and myself. Backseat is almost always down, and with the flat load area, the dog is happy.
@NWSubie. How reliability?
Been driving the CX3 for 3 months now. My first car actually. I should've went with the CX30. But i still love this car
We're empty nesters, and have just bought a Mazda CX5 Touring (for road trips) and a CX3 for geting about town. Now that Ford are out of the Mazda picture, the vehicles have returned to quality, reliable and fun to drive cars.
Andrea should honesty have her own show. Absolutely love her energy and presentation, without being cringy....unlike her husband.
Thanks for the kind words, I'll pass on your comment to Andrea. Always nice to hear from my fans....
I don't find Zack cringy at all, but I do find their new format completely cringy, especially the parts where there is this smooth fake plastic talking head introducing the segments, "Time now for questions, coffee and cars". And, "For your consideration...". Gag me - super cringe.
Huh? I don't mind that @@OMGWTFLOLSMH
Not sure if this was an honest or just an uninformed take. The pricing on the 3 CX3 models in Canada are as follows:
GX- under$24,075k GS-$26,775K GT$33,075k. You guys were driving the top line of the CX3 (GT) and trying to compare to convince people to just buy a lower model Mazda 3, insinuating of huge price differences. The Mazda 3 h/b current prices are: GX $23,875k GS $26,225k and GT$33,875k (only one with a turbo). As you can see if you compared apples to apples the CX3 GX actually comes in slightly cheaper than the Mazda 3 sport GX. The other models come in very similar to their counterpart. As well, why put a Hyundai in the same category as a Mazda? Please do better. Many folks rely on reviews to make their final decision, at least you can give them a fair comparison.
I love my 2017 CX-3... 4 years old and going strong.
@ChristianTJ9. Still happy with it?
Any issues?
I remember buying a 2016 CX-3 GS touring with that beautiful light Blue color Front wheel drive. I had so many compliment on that color. The reason why I've both it? Because of the beautiful design and the fun to drive of it. That vehicle initiate me to owning a Mazda. Now 5 years later, I'm still with a Mazda product. A 2019 CX-5 Signature in that soul red. Who would have thought!😉👍
It’s the top selling light suv car in Australia
I can see this model being discontinued in Canada after another 2 model years. The CX-3 is a good little commuter vehicle and does offer enough functionality for consumers. The CX-30 is the better overall packaged model between the two. I don't think people will even notice the CX-3 missing when it finally gets the axe. The CX-30 does a better job at the same thing, just in a larger shell.
I agree, Mazda hasn't done enough with it, it probably won't last long which is too bad because it's a nice little run around utility.
Yeah, they dumped the Mazda2 in the US, said they were keeping it in Canada but then changed their minds.
@@OMGWTFLOLSMH if they slash the price a couple of thousand dollars or even a few thousand off the base price, then I think Mazda has a good opportunity to move more units here in Canada. I agree with Andrea on that point. The CX-3 is a good subcompact utility vehicle that unfortunately I think will only be available for maybe 2 to 3 more years before Mazda finally axes it completely.
@OMGWTFLOLSMH. I think they dropped the Mazda2 because they make the Yaris. 🤔
I bought the 2016 model and still has it. Great little car.
I was told that Mazdas have issues with the anti-pollution system and the electric components are problematic and hard to correct. Any issues with those?
The back floor is not set, it is can be removed for a deeper and bigger storage area. They don't show that correctly, and the flex is great. Great empty nester vehicle. The companies are not making many small cars any more.
Good honest review! I leased a 2019 CX-3 in GS AWD trim and got a good deal on it using Carcost Cda ($2.5K off MSRP & 0% lease rate) but after a year I gave it up (glad someone took over the lease). Nice design inside & out, drove and handled well (AWD), agile & nimble fun zippy car easy to park but found engine too buzzy, noisy cabin (lots of engine, tire & road noise), too small (cramped rear legroom & tight cargo area), tiny gas tank (45L) and most of all, harsh bumpy and jarring ride (too stiff suspension torsion rears didn’t help). Switched to a Mazda 3 which was cheaper, better engine, more quiet cabin, more refined & updated tech, slightly larger gas tank, better handling & ride (more comfy) and better space (esp rear legroom).
Thanks for watching!
I just bought a certified pre-owned 2018 Mazda cx-3 with premium package here in the US it only had 14,000 miles on it got it for about 20,000 which I thought was a good deal I like it it's just me and two little dogs so it's a perfect vehicle
@timcongrove1305. Still holding up?
in the US, for the last model year, Mazda offered one very well equipped trim level , which made it an excellent value!!!
Look at this back in 2016, liked the front dash area but I thought the rear seat foot room and cargo area was terrible, ended up purchases a 2016 Soul SX instead. However, a year ago I traded that Soul in for the CX-30 GS as I was so impressed with the high quality finish and addressing the problems with the CX-3.
In Australia we have to pay almost extra $5500 for the CX-30.
CX-30 G20 Evolve $36358
CX-3 Maxx Sport $30904
😆 I like you guys use the word buzzy. Good one. I couldn’t understand why they put coffee holder in the storage? It’s a nice car for city driving. Thanks for sharing Andrea! 👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👊🏻👊🏻
Thanks for watching. These cup holder are definitely odd but we managed, just had to lift the centre console to get one out. lol!
@@andreaspencer9813 yes the cup holder is in odd place. You are an very welcome Andrea! 👊🏻👊🏻
Mazda CX-3 are EVERYWHERE in Australia. I’m 20 and bought the LE Maxx sport and I love it. Very common amongst people my age and a little further in their 20’s.
"An inch makes a difference"
"You would know"
GODDAMN.
Well said we are empty nesters and bought one. We find it nice but tiny
Cheap on insurance, cheap on gas for commuting. Win win for me. If I got one my insurance drops down to $116 Canadian a month from $140 for my 2015 mazda3.
@kevinW826. Any issues?
Original designer and developer of Mazda CX 3 is Japan.... Love japanese models...
Andrea: "At least you can adjust." hahahahahahahahahaha.. Andrea has the greatest lines... I still like driving manual cars.. My last car, a 2015 Cadillac ATS Coupe, I ordered it with the manual tranny.. I loved it..
I always consider CX-3 as an AWD Mazda2. But the interior space has left many cold, even when it was first introduced 5 years ago.
I'm old and I'm enjoying my screenless 2010 RX-8. I find screens too distracting and too bright at night.
I think there’s a option to lower the screen brightness.
When Mazda CX3 was just introduced like 7 years ago, I saw one parked right next to my golf MK5. They have almost identical height, length and ground clearance. And one was a hatchback and they called the other one crossover.
It is a great car I have a 2019 sport model live in snowy NY. Great in snow and AWESOME on gas!
Cool video. I'm considering getting a CX-3, since I prefer the better fuel mileage, smaller size compared to the CX-30. If I get it, I'm going with the mid-tier model since I have no need for AWD.
I've always loved smaller cars and wish they still made the smart car here in Canada!
Would prefer a Miata of course but I'm a bit too practical...
Got Cx3 GS , 2 months ago. Can’t complain about noise, don’t understand those that do. Plenty quiet for me. My previous car was an Acura. Went on a 2500 km road trip with the cx3. Plenty comfortable for 2…. Good power, really good handling. Don’t regret it. I’m not into CVT transmissions or turbo powered engines. Interior finish is better than what I’ve seen in KIA and Hyundai.
I'm really torn right now of which compact suv will I trade and your videos are really helping me out, so much appreciated🥰
Happy to hear that! Thank you so much! - Andrea
Here we get the Active and Dynamic in manual and automatic. If the auto lights isn't a priority, the Active is your choice. If it is I would recommend the Dynamic. As the Individual and Hikari just seems like a massive step up, as is R58000 and R67000.
It is beautiful, but with needs analysis and the SUV shape, give me the CX-5, as the boot space is literally twice as big with the, would go for the Active which is cheaper than the most expensive CX-3, and the Dynamic is about R30000 more for the CX-5.
If boot capacity is for me, myself and I. The CX-3 is perfect.
The CX-30 doesn't look bad, but why would I pay basically the same for it as the CX-5 and not enough boot capacity with the size.
Advantage of this car, if your indoor garage not wide enough and you have to fit bicycle on the side of it. this is the only car your can do it vs others cannot though.
Please do a comparison between the best compact suv available on the market at the moment.
Thanks for another spectacular car review. This definitely is beginning an exciting market (albeit not for me). I do like this Mazda’s style. One miss for me is the giant tach, which is fine on my Porsche... but rather pointless on a 2 litre automatic crossover utility. But they do look stylish.
I drove one of these, albeit in a lower trim, for about two weeks. This thing needed to go.
Why didn't you like it?
@@Naioki4 It was loud inside, and the transmission was slow to shift. The car overall felt very unrefined in every way.
like the design...and interior..but the $$ and size...would go up a model for sure...great review per usual...all the best
It’s a beautiful little SUV it’ll be sad to see it go
I like it too. If Mazda lowered the price so it's more affordable, they could sell quite a few of these. It's a great vehicle especially for the city but it's priced way too high.
Great looking car and not bad having Super-girl reviewing it!
Interesting points on price, this starts at 21731.00 USD (did the conversion) in New Zealand, wonder if that changes the equation, CX30 starts a lot higher here
Same price differential in Finland. The CX-30 starts at a much higher price point than the CX-3. I talked to a salesman at the local Mazda dealership. I was a bit surprised to find that the CX-30 was their best selling vehicle.
We test drove this before we ended up getting a hatchback impreza. It is so buzzy. The subaru is so much smoother. The ride quality is better, more cabin room, AWD etc etc.
People underestimate how much sound dampening the 5th gen Impreza has. It's not the quietest but it has a good blend of isolating engine, wind and road noise. When you hear one go by, they're fairly quiet on the outside as well.
Too bad the Impreza has a CVT (I'm not interested in a manual).
@@OMGWTFLOLSMH Have you driven it? I didn't like this idea either, but have learned to live with it.
Spot on with the review. I briefly had a 2018 Yaris iA which is basically just this in sedan form with an ugly Toyota grill grafted on. I liked the interior quality and driving dynamics compared to other little cars. The back seat was so small we only used it for our dog. It only makes sense to buy if you want fuel economy and don't use the back seat. But even then, there are other options where you can get more for your money.
In my country the CX3 is expensive. The same price as a RAV4. The Cx30 is also the same price as a CX5 which are into Fortuner territory, nearly at Hylander prices.
Nice and honest review. Always appreciated:) I like Mazda vehicles but I am always concerned about squishy backseat space... even in the CX5. I’m very tall at 6’ 6” and my twin daughters are 13 and growing taller every month it seems. I keep on having to go back to the Tucson. :)
Thank you, really glad you liked it. Yes, you are very tall, the Tucson is very spacious, so much room and looks great too.
Almost every vehicle is going to have a tight back seat when you're 6.6.
That back seat is toight! Like a Tyger!
I never understood why Mazda came to market with this vehicle. They should bring the CX-7 to the North American market.
The back seat _is_ tight for taller people but I rarely have people in the back so the space would not be a deal breaker. My main complaint is that the ride is too firm and the cabin is too noisy. If I were buying one I'd go right to the CX-5. Much more vehicle for not much more money.
Hey. Love, love love. This car is dead vs the CX 30. The same in Europe. Salut from rainy France.
The 7inch screen looks sooo old tho, newer Mazda models already use a larger screen 😂😂😂
Just buy a Mazda3 hatchback, Excellent review as always
You guys have crap warranties .. here in Australia it’s 5 years and 100,00km
U know this puppy will b gone soon. Who ever sells a fit, Yaris, Micra sized ride in a hatch and keep it around 22$ is gonna b a winner. Manufacturers have no clue what we want/need. Crosstrek is the closest I can think of. Andrea Zach, bring us back the element, HRV gen2 I'm looking at u. Ppl bring a full sized stroller if ur taking this for a test ride. Guess the best is to share that 1 coffee=problem solved. Great review cheers from slimey poutine ville.
Oh no share a coffee...lol! We love it too much to share. Very strange cup holders.
@@andreaspencer9813 forgot the corolla cross will eat this up soon
@@vicp8772 Yes, that is going to be a huge seller for Toyota.
I can assure you I won't be bringing a full sized stroller on any test drive. LMAO.
Awesome video...what a quirky vehicle!
What exactly is quirky about it?
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Lots of younger people buy these here down under
Toyota announced that the avalon will b discountinued after 2022
Excellent, very enjoyable review!
Glad you liked it!
that’s a nice colour
I’m not sure how I feel about the tiny little screen. I wish they would fix this.
The CX3 is a true subcompact 'SUV' whereas the Mazda 3 and Civic are true compacts. The CX30 is kind of a tweener between a subcompact and compact. But I agree you are paying SUV prices for this vehicle when it is really just a raised up Mazda 2. Kind of in the same vein as the Subaru Impreza and Crosstrek. I personally find that one sits way too low in cars of today compared to cars from 10+ years ago. That alone pushed me to want to look into a SUV. Are car companies trying to differentiate cars from SUV's by making people sit lower in cars?
You mentioned the Civic as an alternative. I would much prefer the upcoming Civic Hatchback over this SUV. The Sport Touring trim of the Honda hatch should be several thousand cheaper, plus you get the utility of a hatchback, and with a good set of tires, will get most people through the winter driving season. I don’t care for the HRV that was shown as an alternative. That vehicle is essentially a Fit that they’ve added AWD to and charged a good 5 to 10 grand more for, on a 20 grand entry level car.
An other great review,
I would pass on this price point is to high.
Zack never fails to mention the proper pronunciation 🤣
It's a great concept but too tight inside. I'm under six feet tall and can barely fit
So buy a CX5...
How did Mazda's direct injection engines fair. Any widespread problems?
I’ve always thought these were overpriced. Why get this over a Mazda3, especially now since the 3 is newer?
The fugly Mazda3 hunchback? It's an eyesore.
The big mystery about the CX-3 is why it hasn't been discontinued in Canada as it has been in the US. Did Mazda simply forget to announce the CX-3 would be dying in Canada?
No mystery. Canadians generally prefer smaller cars.
@@SilverSamurai12 That may be the explanation especially as it applies to Quebec where European tastes are more common.
I had a rental one the GT model I liked the size of it and it handled well but when I went to merge on highway 2 in Alberta I thought I was going to die 🙁🙁 only me and big luggage bags for work and it struggled to get up to 120 kph 🤷♂️🤷♂️🤷♂️
This is one of the hardest vehicles to get the demand is so high
Agreed
ZaCk i thought you didnt care for sunroofs? lol ...usually u say "i can live without that" .lol
Oh this is still around?!
I was really excited when I heard about the launch of this car years ago. When I sat in one, I was so disappointed. Bottom line is this car is too small.
Mazda killed this car when they designed the new 30. Why anyone would buy this over the 30 I do not know.
Or even the CX-5, which isn't all that much more money.
There is something about Andreas grinning head bobbing....
I've never owned an automatic car. LOL. That's going to end with my next car. I'm not going to buy a car just to get a manual but if I'm going to be forced to buy an auto I might as well buy an EV. Bloody hell, I hope Ontario brings back an EV rebate in the next year.
Young people want to be bling so they'll buy the smallest Mercedes. They can't afford a house so they lease an expensive car..
You both are cute as it gets, great chemistry 👍
Wow, thanks!
Not even a facelift, I will totaly pass
I would buy the 2021/22 Kia Sportage SX Turbo👍
$33000 for an underpowered slush box.
The Kona is a CVT in Canada.
The turbo gets a dual clutch
Thanks for the "translation". LOL
148 bhp from a 2.0l? Pretty weak effort. A 2.0l Camry engine makes 200 bhp!
Mazda CX3 built in Japan Mazda CX30 built in Mexico that alone would make me consider the CX3 over the CX30.
LOL @it's a little bit unloved. :)
My 2017 VW Golf with 200 ft pounds torque just blows these new buggies into the weeds.
Yeah and you have crap reliability.
You can get wireless apple car okay for 50 bucks
I made $90K last year and I don’t even think I can afford a Kicks 🤣
This is gone in the UK as well.
There's no reason to get this over the Mazda 3 hatch.
I think it looks better than the 3. I am not a fan of the appearance of the 3 hatch but the CX-30 is the one to compare to the 3 hatch, same platform, and again, I think the CX-30 looks better.
It can't be to expensive
❤️❤️❤️❤️
CX 30 is AWD AND TURBO
Review? Mazda hater and vandeta in action!
Don't you dare give Honda Hatchback that's even more underpowered as alternative, Mazda3 hatch and CX30 are only logical alternatives here.
It ok , for oldest Mazda model being Mazdas least expensive and very old by now.
They both love Mazdas, the CX-3 is the red headed stepchild of the Mazda family though. It's crap compared to their other offerings.
@@OMGWTFLOLSMH He is a Honda lover boy , she is lot more objective .
@@OMGWTFLOLSMH ....why any brands least expensive model , after 7 yrs on the market and right before replacement and it will be inferior in comparison to rest of the brands offerings.
Why taking such model and even wasting time and video is beyond me?
At the same time they would not pick Hondas HRV that sucks with CVT and underpowered engine and cheap , cheesy plastics, crappy road dynamics but more interior space (best engineering Honda has to offer😜) I think it is their choice and point to criticize Mazda and not Honda that he loves blindly for some reason... maybe childhoods first car emotions 😘
I might be in love with Andrea. Is that ok?
this needs a redesign🥱
did you even listen/watch the video???
@@seang3538 … no 😭
G.T model offers better
All these cars will be gone soon the next boat anchor here.
Kona is garbage on the inside. Looks like its made by aliexpress
Mazda need a complete overhaul of their name scheme. CX-3, 30, 5.......
The CX-30 should have been named the CX-3 and the CX-3 should have been dropped when the CX-30 came out.
CX-30 looks much much better
Both my son and I find the our CX-3 is a much more sculptured vehicle. I find the extra big plastic wheel well covers on the CX-30 look really overdone.
Made in Mexico. Whereas CX3’s are made in Japan if that makes any difference.
The CX-3 is terrible value. For the price, it's tiny and feels cheap. And it's only a crossover in name. Get a Mazda3 hatch if you can afford the top end of the CX-3's price, or a Yaris if you're looking at an entry-level CX-3 (which is what this car is based on!)
I say, wait 2 years and buy the Tesla Model 2 for $30k
Botox power!