2012 Mazda MAZDA3 Top Comparisons

Users ranked 2012 Mazda MAZDA3 against other cars which they drove/owned. Each ranking was based on 9 categories. Here is the summary of top rankings.

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    2012 Mazda MAZDA3Review
    Jillian writes:
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    Any generation of Mazda 3 is a good generation. As long as the car has been maintained it will last well over 200,000 miles.

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    Sarah writes:
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    Dont get the skyactiv engine its not fun to drive its super slow on the take off and you can feel the gears shifting which Im not a fan of. If you get the regular engine its the funnest car in the world! I think the last model with the regular engine is the 2013. The skyactiv ones say it on the back there is a little badge

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    Delia writes:
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    I use to have a 2006 Mazda 3 super

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    Jordan writes:
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    Absolutely Love everything about how the MAZDA3 looks !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    Jessica writes:
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    Absolutely great car. It gets great gas mileage, it handles well, and the 6 speed manual transmission makes it really fun to drive.

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    Ange writes:
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    Nice car clean on the inside good on gas

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    MattPottruff writes:
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    Such an enjoyable car to drive an incredibly smooth manual transmission! Such a smooth ride and the features are awesome and everything you could need. It’s missing nothing I love my mazda and coming from VW’s such an amazing switch better then my passat and jetta forsure

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    Darryl writes:
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    Great car thats great on saving gas. I recommend for first time drivers

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    Katie writes:
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    The car was perfect in all aspects. It was an easy transaction.

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    J__D__M writes:
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    Everything good except the seats. Much better than Corolla.

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    Reviews From Other Years

    2022 Mazda MAZDA3 Reviews

    Review By beth03110

    I love the comfort of the interior, the seats molds around your body. It has a lot of nice features that I was looking for, sunroof, keyless entry,,heater seats and a great Bose stereo that blows your... Read More

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    2021 Mazda MAZDA3 Reviews

    Review By Guru9Q93DT

    My premium sedan in the Kodo design in SoulRed exterior w/ white leather is beautiful. Add the safety features such as BSM, LDA, CTA, etc. w/ auto hold brake & signature led headlights that swivel 15%... Read More

    Review By mommabudler

    I love All the features and believe I received a great value! I wish the car came with tinted windows and ceramic sealant. A navigation system would be a great addition. The Corolla is similar but doe... Read More

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    2020 Mazda MAZDA3 Reviews

    Review By B_O_S_S_A_

    This 2020 Mazda 3 hatchback is the prefect mix of luxury and aggressive styling. You cant go wrong with a Mazda Read More

    Review By Sensboy

    Absolutely amazing interior. Great styling. Good driving experience. Great sizing for a smaller size car. Read More

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    2019 Mazda MAZDA3 Reviews

    Review By Penny

    Gorgeous car. Would be better with a moon/sun roof. Read More

    Review By Phalafelz

    You feel like you bought a car that’s worth at least twice as much. Amazing. Read More

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    2018 Mazda MAZDA3 Reviews

    Review By Guru9PW914

    I had a 2018 Mazda 3 Grand Touring and I loved it! Read More

    Review By Seth

    I love this Mazda! Im giving it a 4, though, as the USBs are underpowered so they barely charge the phone, which is true of all these year Mazdas, nor does it have GPS navigation. There is an upgrade ... Read More

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