2019 Mazda3 Hatchback Automatic AWD w/Premium Package - POV First Impressions
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- Опубліковано 15 жов 2024
- MSRP: $28,900
MPG: 24 city / 32 highway
Horsepower: 186 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Engine: 2.5 L 4-cylinder
Curb weight: 3,255 lbs
Wheel size: 18″ diameter, 7″ width
Wheelbase: 107.3″
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Yes.... never get tired to see mazda 3 review
ik I've seen at least 10 different reviews😝
@@re-yoda i feel you broh
This is literally the same spec I have xD Red on Red, premium package.
I'm 6'4" and I can drive this no problem. Drive 2 hours total 5 days a week, has been fine so far. Just in case any of my fellow tall peeps are reading/watching. For the weight and size of the car the power is fine. It's nothing to take to the track but as a daily driver this thing is great. The quality of the interior is incredible for the price point honestly, soft touch materials everywhere even in the back seats/doors.
I've noticed the adaptive cruise sometimes does a weird revving thing with the engine where it's like dropping/changing gears when it doesn't need to. Seems to be random, not sure if this is something that happens to adaptive cruise systems or it's just Mazda's. It's minor though, just makes it sound like you're flooring it for a second or two when you're really not haha.
It's definitely distinct looking, the red paint looks fantastic in sun. It turns some heads, though I know some don't care for the rear. I would advise anyone on the fence to just take a look in person before writing it off. I was ready to do the same but in person the rear doesn't look as odd, and I think it really suits the design of the rest of the car well.
@@kylehickerson3549 yeah it's a bit tight but it's fine, my head doesn't touch unless I sit as straight up and high as possible
What about the visibility?
I just got this and love it! To be honest, after owning a 2017 Mazda 6, the 2.5L on this car is actually extremely fast since it’s much smaller than the 6-the power is sufficient imo.
Keith I own a 2014 Mazda6, and Car and Driver clocked it at 7.0 seconds to 60. I wonder if the Mazda3 measures a quicker time... ( front wheel drive, AWD has already been measured at 7.2)
The new 3 hatch is plenty quick. I just bought one... I know :)
Dude, these hatches def has some go go juice. I was picking up speed around 50 mph in 4th gear
Hey! Your videos are amazing. They actually ended up helping me select my new car I just recently got. I was between the Accord, Elantra Sport, and this 3. I chose the 3 and I genuinely cannot be more happy. Thanks for your amazing unbiased reviews :)
I know exactly how you feel. I've had mine about a week and I couldn't be happier... Machine Grey w/black interior, black wheels, window tint, invisible bra. It's gorgeous and the nicest and most FUN car I've ever had. I am blessed!
I'm obsessed with the backseats on these.
Enjoy the cramped headroom
My favorite compact car!
Had a 2008 in the Shadow Grey everyone seemed to have back then. I loved it but always wished it had AWD. Of course I got stuck a few times driving up my snowy steep hill where I live. It's about time Mazda offers it.
I've got a 2004 mazda3 (1st gen) 5 speed manual in that light gray. Hope Mazda realizes that people still want to have fun
Absolutely LOVE these! But I'd definitely skip the AWD.
@Apocalypse YT Yeah I understand that. I don't know I go back and forth on it. In my area it's nice to have, but probably not neccessary.
I live in Sweden, not far north though, but I would say the AWD is not needed for this car, get good winter tires and you will be fine with a normal FWD. If you truly need AWD you would probably buy a bigger and more rugged car
Tested one at the dealer and the interior is really really nice, really!
If they put the 2.5 turbo in it then I would really consider it
I'm thinking the same. I used to have a 2013 WRX hatchback and the 2.5 turbo in this car would rival that car. It would be so much nicer all around.
It isn't out of the cards. It'll be STI priced but slower. Hopefully people aren't expecting a quick AND cheap car. Mazda isn't into that anymore
Because of the change in their market. I'd even expect to be missing the manual in the turbo model
Mazda is considering in 2021carbuzz.com/news/is-this-the-new-mazdaspeed3
Just be grateful you already get the 2.5L. Europe and Asia only get 1.5L and 2.0L.
just realize how quiet Mazda 3 is after watched your Corolla video...
Man, that car looks aggressive and I like it! Mazda vehicles are underrated.
Shellyman Studios and under powered
@@forc3ofxf3ar51 Under powered for what?
They have the right amount of power for the vehicles they are, they are not sports cars.
Michele Damian Ik there not, but there boring to drive, great handling tho
@@forc3ofxf3ar51 underpowered where. Had more horsepower than any other car in its class dumbass
@@forc3ofxf3ar51 mazdas aren't boring to drive... where the hell have u beem
Nice! That's a surprising feature with that stop notification! I agree that Mazda should make a Speed 3 version!
Its not "just" a stop notification, it reads all the traffic signs so notifies you of stop signs, one way rounds, no access, and then the road speed limits. This info is show on both the dash and the hud. It isn't 100% perfect though as sometimes it reads side road signs and doesn't update until it sees a new one.
I bought this car and I am so happy, the features are great and it drives so good and smooth and is fairly speedy for its hp. If I was a single guy id bought a manual but girlfriend wants the automatic and it is also very comfortable
Hi Zelaine,
What about consumption? Mpg? Thank you
@@simonepagani3681 I have a skyactiv x so I guess it's not relevant to you if ur American
@@ucube33 i'm italian, i forgot to write "or km/L"... I'm interested to buy this car but i find so different informations about consumption
@@simonepagani3681 110kmh on the highway and it uses around 0.55-0.6, liter per 10 km at that speed. Driving 90 or 70 or 50 it's under 0.5 per 10 km. It's a very economical car fuel wise and and fun to drive. I had a small scrape from someone so I handed mine in the the shop today and got a Kia rental in the insurance and it's such a crap car in comparison. The skyactiv x is strong in a similar way to a diesel on lower rpm and the 2.0 litre is needed for a car this size.
@@ucube33 thank you very much for your informations, I'm glad to read this!
lots of hype around this car, but until it gets the engine it deserves and a manual I'll take a pass. Thanks for the good review!!
took the words right outa my mouth
Yea, def underpowered in this application.
One of the trim packages has a manual option. I went to the dealership to check this car out and they had a manual on the showroom floor.
I totally agree about the engine though. Needs a more powerful option.
but but ...its "premium" lol
Martin ScoCan buy a GTI
Wait, how did you get Soul Red with a red interior? I have not been able to get that color combo.
It is available here in Greece as far as i know.
This begging to have a turbo put on it and "speed" added to the name. PLEASE MAZDA.
Mazda 3 now already have turbo and they said its still not complete mazda 3
They try to make it to 350 Horse power but end up with 250 Horse power with turbo
This still not the end...
Mazda (2019) knows the reliability of conventional automatics. No CVT bullshit with this weight rating.
I talk to a dealer why they said soul red with red interior are not available yet u got it?
this would be the prefect daily/family car:D
This would never be a family car because there is not really much space in the back
Rotary AWD Hype
In the UK we have 5 models of the hatchback, each with 4 different engines (petrol or diesel and manual or automatic). Most drivers in the UK would buy the manual version (only those that can't drive or are old choose automatic). Anyways our prices start at about 22K for a manual petrol SE-L model and then around 30K for the top end Sport GT model. We don't hae 2.5 Litre version here ours is only 2 Litre. They also isn't a sedan (we dont call them sedans) but afaik that is coming. Each model has the same engine and you are just paying for features in each model. Like for example the SE-L doesn't have any cameras, the Sport Lux has a rear cameras and the Sport GT Tech has full 360 cameras. Same with other features like heated steering wheels and seats you dont get that on the cheaper model.
Turbo or no turbo i'm still in love with this car. I'm still debating on getting this as my daily or a 2014 Lexus IS Used.
What did you get
@@v.bozhilov4871 Haha ended up getting a 08' IS 250, loving the car so far!!
Nice i love the IS I've only heard good things about them
Think I'll keep my speed 3 - love it. The new ones are looking good though
The roundness of the instrument cluster fits the steering wheel snugly.
Great driving I enjoyed it and hopefully I can drive this car in the near future, it will be fun and I'm pretty sure I'll enjoy it too.
Seems like there’s a lot of noise coming from the suspension going over expansion joints. True?
Thanks for this video. I have a question if you don't mind, did you use the two microphones to record this vid or just on of them ? If you use both of them could you tell me the usage of both of them ?
Thanks :-)
And yeah, what about your video quality setting in your GoPro?
I have a Mazda 3 2019 sedan BUT one thing that I realized when I'm driving the car on the non-smooth road we will hear the little noise sound right into the main-screen that sound may came from into the main speaker. The little sound (noise sound) and some videos haven that sounds too. Let me know If you also heard that sound just like me. Thanks so much.
dreaming about this ideal place to drive
Hi! How do you compare the handling with the new impreza sport? Thanks.
this car is for those who have very limited budget but still want to drive a nice car.
The GTi is for the same reason. People who want a nice car but limited budget. Reason I got it haha
@@LoXHumaN you're right bro, there is no need to go for Luxury car. Looks like 2020 cars are pretty handsome and come with a lot of techs too.
Eden Roth yeah no need to go in debt buying a brand new car. I bought my GTi used and 4 years later it’s still running perfectly fine. Just spent money on routine maintenance. Buying preowned is the way to go
@@LoXHumaN I looked at a GTI and Mazda 3 hatch, biggest differences is the GTI is more performance focused. Interior and QOL stuff is better on the Mazda. They're both great it just depends on what you're looking for. I ended up getting the Mazda 3 because for the money, the interior is crazy good.
Is the rear windshield visibility an issue and how does it compare to the rear windshield of the Veloster and Elantra GT?
Love your videos! Plz plz do a review on a Mazda 3 hatchback 6 speed manual! You love manuals, would really like your take on this package! Manuals are dying, and a review from you might spark an interest in a few of us enthusiasts!
I think the red interior doesn‘t fit to the red car. The black interior would look mich better. Otherwise I would take a darl colour with red interiror.
I went with the new Polymetal Grey with the burgundy leather
I'm getting the Machine Gray and wish I knew the difference in these grays. Too few of these... none on the lots so I can't see them all. The online photos are photoshopped with pro cameras so those colors are prolly not quite true.
The AWD needs the turbo. I test drove it and it's very sluggish. My 2018 has fwd and has much more pep to it.
Did you get the GPS Navigation with the Premium package or did you have to pay $400 to get it? Or not? Enjoyed the ride. Thanks for the good video!
2 moves away from a Mazdaspeed being born.
I'm looking into this car, the new 2020 Legacy, and of possible, a Genesis g70. Which one do you think is going to have the quietest interior? Is the new 3 really that quiet? What would it compare to.
I just test drove the new 3. Its extremely quiet
Can't wait for you to drive the manual version of this car. When will that happen?
What are those 3 bars above the rear-view mirror? Is that a seat belt indicator for other passengers
Recently got a 2019 mazda 3, and the car has horrible road noise/ wind noise at higher speeds ( 70/80 mph). Thinking about taking it to a dealer to figure out what's going on. Because for a 2019, road/wind noise shouldn't be that bad
Disagree. Wind and road noise is the same across all vehicles it’s near impossible to eliminate, let alone a 30k car. Turn radio up or play classical music if u hate pop
It is vastly improved on the previous model. And like Apple says just whack up the music, I find Metallica helps.
@@appletree4433 I have to disagree with you. Even though I love this car, there is slight setbacks. Shitty fuel economy and a lot of road noise at HIGHER SPEEDS. Just before I bought this, I had a 2019 jetta as a rental, and the car barely had any noise on the highway. I even had a 2019 grand cherokee, and even that was super duper quiet. So either mazda 3's are generally noisy or its just mine. Have a service appoitment at dealer to find out whats going on.
Your comparing an SUV to a sedan. Sedans are lower to the rid and hage a smaller frame, meaning you got less area for padding and noise deadening devices. An SUV will always be quieter over a Sedan. Plus 80mph will hage wind noise because your going 80mph..... kinda hard to Eliminate on a small car.
@@appletree4433 i literally mentioned the jetta as well, did you blindly read over that 😂😂.. I have driven a lot of cars, this car definetely has a lot of road noise even compared to its COMPETITORS in its own class!!!
That's nice but not so sure about $32k nice. I just bought one of the last fully loaded 2018 Mazda 3's off the lot for under $20k.
I think the $32k pricetag is in CAD
@@TheMrLeoA look at 0:44. The license plate is issued from California. Never mind. 32k usd still a good price
You don’t need to spend anywhere near 32k USD... I spent thousands less and got a new 20 3 hatch AWD - Preferred trim.
Setting the cabin temp to 64?! You absolute lunatic!
Midwest room temp!!
i always roll at 64... something about it being cold in that interior... so nice and comfortable
What’s the lowest you can get this vehicle for?
foeza horizon 5 gameplay will look like this
Haha
i want it to
*Forza
they're beautiful cars.... but with options and stuff only a few thousand short of a Type R civic?
haha exactly. You could get a fukin' type R instead
The Civic is hideous.
does this handle better than the older gen??
Beautiful car!!
How would you compare this to the Toyota Corolla Hatchback??
The newest Corollas have a CVT transmission that might hurt reliability, however their slow engines have a long history of reliability. Mazda's reputation was hurt by its older rotary engines, older engine timing chain problems, and older automatic transmission problems. Study the April issue of Consumer Reports magazine at a library, and test drive both, ideally by renting them and driving them all day.
I recently test drove both. The Mazda 3 hatchback is the better car IMO.
The Toyota does 0 to 60 in 7.5 with a manual and 8.5 with their CVT. It actually has auto rev matching with the manual as well. This is actually very close to the Mazda 3. That’s from MotorTrend.
Cargo and rear seat room however is significantly less in the Corolla. 29.9 vs 35.1. Rear leg room. That’s a big difference.
Toyota will be more reliable and a bit more efficient. They use dual injection so you don’t end up with the carbon build up on the intake valves that is so common in direct injection engines.
What watch are you wearing? Looks great.
it looks v similiar to an omega speedmaster but the bracelet isn't familiar looking to me.
Why the fisheye lens? Can you use a regular lens and see how it turns out?
I agree, the lens used gives odd angels
i really loved the erea u were driving in
That hatchback C-pillar makes me🤔🤔, otherwise the sedan is a real looker though.
Does it have apple carplay?
Can't wait for the 2023 model when they've ironed out the electrical and software issues.
Did you ever get to drive the manual in the mazda 3?
When are you gonna get the manual
Machine ❤❤❤
Louder drumming noise on bumps than sedan?
Since the corporations like C&D and Motor Trend aren’t making a big deal out of the loss of an Independent Rear Suspension in the Mazda 3, neither are the Sheeple
It is not a big deal.
In Canada the Mazda3 Sport can not be had with red with red leather. I had to get red with black leather. I checked on Mazda USA's website and sure enough it can be speced as such.
I also noticed in many videos that the USB plug in the dash is located on the left next to the start button. Whereas mine in on the right closer to the passenger.
Was the one you tested also made in Japan and these differences are just for US spec cars or was it made else where?
Como es el performan de este vehiculo...
For people saying they’d buy this car only if it had the turbo 2.5l; no you wouldn’t because then it suddenly becomes out of your price range and then you’ll just bitch about it being too expensive.
This is what I think of when I hear "Japanese Design"
It looks like an European car. Previous 3 decades Japanese cars were distinctive
My 2019 Mazda just about killed me on Sunday... had I been going 60mph I'd be dead from the "automatic bracking" system. Got my recall notice on Tuesday. This car 'technology' is going to kill a lot of people.
Can you explain what happened exactly?
@@ssj5omar I was braking slowly with about 3 cars in front of me stopping at a Light. Probably going 20mph and braking normally. Pow! My car braked as if I'd stomped on the brake with both feet. My first thought was...was that saving me? Then I thought, Why, if I myself was braking at slow speed? Two days later we got the recall in the mail as evidently it's happening often enough to recall every car.
Must add... what if I'd been going 70mph on the highway when it happened? And we are not allowed to have this dangerous feature disabled. Hope it doesn't disable me instead.
@@ytmember1 wow that seems pretty crazy and dangerous. Never been a fan of automatic braking in cars, however a pre collision warning system is fine because a false alarm doesn't slam your brakes. On my Rav4 it always activates while i coast behind cars that are about to make a right turn because they slow down but obviously they exit the lane. If it braked everytime that happened i would definitely disable it. Are you really not able to disable something like that on the Mazda 3?
@@ssj5omar how do you think I'm going to feel next time I'm going 70mph? If that auto-brake happens then I'll be toast and you can have me for breakfast.
I can't wait for the Sky activ X.
@John H. Yes in the US. I wonder why they don't want to give this to us. www.caranddriver.com/news/a27750433/mazda-skyactiv-x-engine-europe-mpg/
@John H. The USA mpg should go WAY UP. That is what I'm interested in.
It's been said that it adds 20% to the price of an already high priced compact car It will be less powerful than the current model with the Sky G. With our low gas prices it's just not compelling enough for our market. Who would pay 35K for a slow compact hatch in the US. I'm guessing.....few.
reall wish the music audio would work right. It couldn't be worse. How did Mazda mess this up so badly?
Mazda needs to add that red leather to the sedan and other mazda models!
Love the interior, hate the exterior and underpowered engine.
vvvVFANGSVvvv lol as you prove how much you care by commenting. So butthurt, so sad. Also cool username, how old are you now, 14?
vvvVFANGSVvvv Obviously you care if you took the time out of your day to reply to his/her comment. Some people just feel the NEED to be negative. Smh
Josh Bredael it’s an opinion of both positive and negative. Plus all comments on car vids are about what we think of the cars, not the content creator. It’s ok to hate something about a car. It won’t hurt it’s feelings.
Im the reverse. I think the interior doesnt work at all
Calisto Riviera I’m not talking about you. My comment was towards the person that commented, “NO ONE CARES”
$28,900? doesn't seem to much faster than the 05 civic si I sold a few months ago.
Review the new g20 3 series
You must have the microphone on the floor. Ha It sounds awful. I don't remember mine sounding like that. Anyhow thanks for the good drive!
Sporty version and turbo, for what? The 10 people who will buy it? No Thanks. Enjoy this one!!
You're denying the success of the turbo hatch market because you're too much of a child to own a turbo version ? Please.
@@ashcosmo3854 there is no business case for a turbo 3. Simple. Subaru found that out with the forester xt too. People talk that they want it... Very few try...even fewer buy. If Mazda starts listening to every child with a fantasy... They are done. If u think otherwise... Ur the fanboy immature kid.
@@jab1720 That was a long paragraph just to tell me you have low testosterone to own a turbo car.
Turbo cars are unsuccessful ? What about Hyundai i30N, Veloster turbo and Veloster N ? Want me to provide you with sale figures of the WRX ? Want me to provide sale figures of the Golf GTI/ Golf R ? Want me to provide you with sales figures of Audi S1, S3 ? Your completely false opinion of turbo cars are not successful is hilarious.
Don't get upset when your girlfriend checks out the car next to yours because it has a turbo. You know it'll get her attention.
Ash Cosmo lmao, dude, you sound like a moron.
The new hatchback looks bizarre, its sad that it gets the red interior. I can't deal with whatever is happening around those rear pillars.
Automatic for the people.
Ugly rear end, not digging it because its a 4 door sedan. I'll take the MX-5, RF, thanks.
Paul Knauf agreed. Not sporty looking at all! Had an ‘05 3s beautiful hatchback design.
Google that 2005 car. I think it looks like a Station Wagon.
yeah, that is slow considering the looks.
Please do Kia Telluride next
wow fuk 32k US. My 2019 Civic Touring was 33ish CAD
edit: this thing would come out to over 40,000 CAD.
Did this dude actually say a hatchback has more trunk space than a sedane?
Yeah so what.
Because it does....
Actually, the Mazda 3 sedan has more space, BUT what i suppose he meant was that the back door of a hatchback is more practical and dropping the back seats can enable you to carry larger stuff inside, like a bike.
Mazda3>>>VW golf
Compare to the GTi, similar price points. Me along with any car enthusiast would take the GTi, much more fun and way more room for mods.
I hope the people who liked op's comment die of aids
Glass engine
It looks worse
Until you see this car in person, it’s impossible to criticize the exterior design, trust me this is a 3 dimensional shape and pictures can’t do it justice.
@@sportgm - Yeah, it does look worse indeed.
The corolla hatch seems more faster than this even its 168hp
The 3 hatch is 6.9 sec 0-60. I’m at 60 by the time I’m at end of 2nd gear. I’d love to see a Corolla try to beat it.
@@buchajo specially with that CVT
Problem is that corolla is really "whinny" when you push it due to the CVT, and has a relatively low max speed, it's acc from 0 depends a lot on the electric motor kicking in. It is marginally faster in acceleration from 0 but as you go faster, the Mazda 3 gets harder acceleration times and can reach a much higher top speed.
Que feos son los HB :v a mi para nada que me gustan, 1000 veces mejor un sedan en mi opinión pero respeto la del resto
So beautiful but too slow 😣
Add a turbo and I'd consider this. Underpowered engines are for grandmas.
Adding a turbo would ruin the simplicity and reliability of its engine.
@@bigmacdaddy1234 Rubbish logic. Hyundai offer 5 year warranty on all of their turbo cars including the new I30N. Simplicity is exactly why this car is slow. If someone wanted simplicity then they might as well just do away with the AWD aspect too.
@@ashcosmo3854 They don't even honor their warranty, hence it's of no value.
@@bigmacdaddy1234 Don't honour ? Maybe if you bought one in a dodgey third world country. The first run of i30N had ECU, gear syncro and fuel pump issues. All fixed by the dealership with no questions
@@ashcosmo3854 Over here in the USA (not a third world country) they don't back up their warranty. They have lot's of complaints against them.
Ugh... Still looks uglier than the previous body style. What on Earth was Mazda thinking??
i hate 4 cylinder cars
Was sport mode not enabled?
It might not have one. Anf if it did i'm sure he would have mentioned it
@@not2day646 They do have a sport mode yes, he doesn't really show you the central column but thats where the button is on the left.
Yeah so I've only watched this on a small screen and haven't been able to see the instrument cluster too clearly but I believe if 'sport mode' was enabled it would show up just under D in the bottom middle of the center display.
I didn't see it lit up and was just a bit surprised he didn't use sport mode.
You don’t need sport mode. Drive it in manual mode and shift your own gears.... you control the shift points and torque.