2026 Mazda Mazda3 review
Mazda Mazda3 highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
23 city, 31 highway, 26 combined
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What is new for the 2026 Mazda Mazda3?
- The Carbon Edition Turbo trim has been discontinued for 2026.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Mazda Mazda3 an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Mazda Mazda3 15th out of 46 among Compact Cars.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Mazda Mazda3 is $386, compared to an average of $453 for Compact Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Mazda Mazda3 owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 1.1 times per year, compared to an average of 1.1 times for Compact Cars 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 9% for the Mazda Mazda3, compared to an average of 12% for Compact Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Mazda Mazda3 features and specs
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2.5 S Select Sport 4D Hatchback 2WD
Standard Features
- Power Mirrors
- Lane Departure Warning
- Overhead Airbags
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Power Windows
- ABS Brakes
- Side Airbags
- Rear Defroster
- Heated Mirrors
- Air Conditioning
- Traction Control
- Rear View Camera
- Power Locks
- Smart Key
- Leatherette Seats
- Automated Cruise Control
- Alloy Wheels
- Automatic Transmission
- Android Auto
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- AM/FM Stereo
- Apple CarPlay
- Bluetooth Technology
- Rear Spoiler
- Full Roof Rack
- Navigation System
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
186
Torque (ft-lbs)
186
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
13.2
Wheelbase
107.3"
Overall length
175.6"
Width
70.7"
Height
56.7"
Leg room
F 42.3"/R 35.1"
Head room
F 38"/R 37.2"
Front tires
P215/45VR18
Rear tires
P215/45VR18
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2026 Mazda Mazda3 FAQ
- The Mazda Mazda3 received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Mazda Mazda3 as 15 out of 46 among Compact Car
- The 2026 Mazda Mazda3 offers the following fuel efficiency options: • Gas: 27 city / 36 highway MPG (2.5 S trim) • Gas: 27 city / 36 highway MPG (2.5 S Select Sport trim) • Gas: 27 city / 36 highway MPG (2.5 S Preferred Package trim) • Gas: 26 city / 34 highway MPG (Carbon Edition trim) • Gas: 25 city / 34 highway MPG (2.5 S Premium Package trim) • Gas: 23 city / 32 highway MPG (2.5 Turbo Premium Plus trim) Actual mileage may vary based on driving conditions, vehicle condition, and driving habits.
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