2020 Mazda Mazda3 review
Mazda Mazda3 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- High-end interior design and materials
- Fun to drive with sharp handling
- Excellent audio experience from both available systems
Cons
- Limited legroom in the back
- Cargo capacity is disappointing
- No manual transmission on offer
Mileage (EPA estimate)
24 city, 32 highway, 27 combined
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A fun commuter car with lots of features.
Do you need a commuter car but want an infusion of style and sophistication? If so, consider the 2020 Mazda Mazda3, a compact car that comes as a sedan or a hatchback. Both body styles come with available all-wheel drive, making the Mazda3 a good choice if you regularly have to tackle inclement weather. All 2020 Mazda3s come with a 186-hp engine that is both peppy and fun to drive, giving you a reason to smile when you get behind the wheel.
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What is new for the 2020 Mazda Mazda3?
- Mazda3 trims have been upgraded with Rear Spoiler as standard equipment this year.
- Full Roof Rack features are now available as options on select trims.
- The Select trim now comes with Cruise Control as standard equipment.
2020 Mazda Mazda3 trims
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186-hp, 186-lb-ft of torque 2.5L
Cloth Seats
Smart Key
Rear View Camera
Lane Departure Warning
Power Mirrors
Cruise Control
Rear Defroster
Side Airbags
Select:
Includes all features available on the Base
Leatherette Seats
Blind Spot Monitor
Automated Cruise Control
Preferred:
Includes all features available on the Select
Memory Seats
Front Seat Heaters
Power Seats
Rear Spoiler
Satellite Radio Ready
BOSE Sound System
Premium:
Includes all features available on the Preferred
Sunroofs
A/C Seats
Leather Seats
Head Up Display
Manual Transmission
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5 reasons to buy the 2020 Mazda Mazda3
1. Practical and fun commuter car
The 2020 Mazda Mazda3 is a great choice if you're looking for a commuter car. The FWD Mazda3 with the 2.5L engine and automatic transmission gets an EPA-estimated 30 mpg combined.
The 2.5L 186-hp engine, standard on all Mazda3s, is peppy and powerful, delivering plenty of acceleration and passing power for your daily commute.2. Plenty of space
The Mazda3 is a small car, but the hatchback version gives its interior space greater versatility. While the sedan offers 13.2 cubic feet of cargo space, the hatchback has 20.1 cubic feet, even with the rear seats in use. That means that you can load up a stroller, sports equipment, or your groceries without too much worry since the Mazda3 offers the space to accommodate your lifestyle.
3. Available all-wheel drive
If you live in a cold, snowy climate, all-wheel drive is a must, but if you don't want an SUV or crossover you still have a handful of great cars to pick from. The Mazda3 offers all-wheel drive on both sedans and hatchbacks, letting you have the style you want and the capabilities you need. All-wheel drive is available on all body styles and trims except the base-level sedan.
4. Standard driver-assist features
All 2020 models come standard with driver-assist features including lane-departure warning, smart braking, and adaptive cruise control. Blind-spot monitoring is standard on all trims except the base-level sedan. This means that when you're looking for the right 2020 Mazda3 for you, you'll be able to find great features all the way from the base model and up.
5. Available luxury touches
The 2020 Mazda3 has many standard features but offers even more luxury with optional upgrades. The sedan is available with leatherette-trimmed seats in the Select trim while leather-trimmed seats are available in the Premium trim for both sedans and hatchbacks. The Premium trim level also offers a moonroof in both body styles.
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Ratings & reliability
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.
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Base 2WD 4D Hatchback
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leatherette Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Navigation System
- Remote Start
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
2020 Mazda Mazda3 FAQ
The 2020 Mazda Mazda3 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 26 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway
- Select: 26 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway
- Premium: 27 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- Preferred: 26 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway
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The 2020 Mazda Mazda3 has received an average 4.8 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2020 Mazda Mazda3, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2020 Mazda Mazda3 Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2020 Mazda Mazda3:
- Full Roof Rack
More about the 2020 Mazda Mazda3
Color options
Exterior colors
Deep Crystal Blue Mica
Jet Black Mica
Machine Gray Metallic
Snowflake White Pearl
Sonic Silver Metallic
Soul Red Crystal Metallic
Interior details
Seating for five people
13.2 cubic feet of cargo space in the sedan and 20.1 cubic feet in the hatchback
Standard seven-inch display screen and eight-speaker audio system
Leatherette or leather seats on all but the base sedan
Rear-seat armrest with cup holders on all but the base sedan
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