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2026 Mazda Mazda3 review

Research, photos, specs, and expertise

Mazda Mazda3 highlights

Customer rating

(not yet rated)

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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4
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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

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


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