2021 Mazda CX-3 review
Mazda CX-3 highlights
Customer rating
Mileage (EPA estimate)
27 city, 32 highway, 29 combined
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What is new for the 2021 Mazda CX-3?
- Parking Sensors features are now available as options on select trims.
2021 Mazda CX-3 trims
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- 148-hp, 146-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
- Cruise Control
- Head Up Display
- Cloth Seats
- Rear View Camera
- Smart Key
- Lane Departure Warning
- Power Mirrors
- Automated Cruise Control
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Mazda CX-3 an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Mazda CX-3 2nd out of 8 among Subcompact SUVs.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Mazda CX-3 is $370, compared to an average of $442 for Subcompact SUVs and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Mazda CX-3 owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 0.5 times per year, compared to an average of 0.7 times for Subcompact SUVs and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 8% for the Mazda CX-3, compared to an average of 12% for Subcompact SUVs and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Mazda CX-3 features and specs
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Sport 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Head Up Display
- Lane Departure Warning
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Parking Sensors
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
148
Torque (ft-lbs)
146
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
12.7
Wheelbase
101.2"
Overall length
168.3"
Width
69.6"
Height
60.7"
Leg room
F 41.7"/R 35"
Head room
F 38.4"/R 37.2"
Front tires
P215/60HR16
Rear tires
P215/60HR16
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2021 Mazda CX-3 FAQ
The 2021 Mazda CX-3 Sport offers 29 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway. It is important to remember factors such as driving style, weather conditions, and the use of features such as Eco mode can impact fuel efficiency.
The Mazda CX-3 received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Mazda CX-3 as 1 out of 8 among Subcompact SUV
The 2021 Mazda CX-3 has received an average 5.0 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2021 Mazda CX-3, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2021 Mazda CX-3 Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2021 Mazda CX-3:
- Parking Sensors
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