Mazda 3 - 2006

Mazda 3 - 2006 Reviews



Overall 4.5 star rating4.62 of 5 (by 13 users)



Mazda 3 - 2006 Review Summary

The 2006 Mazda 3 is a fun little vehicle that owners just love to drive! The ’06 Mazda 3 also gets good gasoline mileage and has a sporty look and feel to it. Who wouldn’t want to drive a Mazda 3 around town every day? Owners also say the Mazda 3 2006 model is easy to handle on the road, has comfortable lumbar seats and is high on the safety ratings. What more can you ask for? Not much! The Mazda 3 ’06 gets a two thumbs up in approvals from our reviewers. Want to see what is new on the 2008 Mazda 3.
69% of people rated Mazda 3 - 2006 as 5 stars
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8% of people rated Mazda 3 - 2006 as 3 stars
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Mazda 3 - 2006 Comparison

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Favorable Review
JUL
16
2008
The Mazda 3s Hatchback Touring (2006) is a great buy. This was my first brand new car, I bought it three years ago. I still love the car.

It is very stylish both inside and out. Extremely comfortable for a car of this type. Some of my favorite features of this model include adjustable driver's seat (lumbar...
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Safety conscious, concerned about safety

sarahrl
San Jose, CA
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3 star rating Most Helpful
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AUG
23
2007
The car I own is a basic car with nothing special added to it.  It is my first car and I love it.  The radio is great. ( I am a sound engineer) I also like the space in the trunk.  I move alot and there is more space than I would have thought!  Over all a good car for girls and other people who like... review »
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daily driver, interested in comfort

icet123abc
Chicago, IL
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Mazda 3 - 2006 Ratings and Reviews

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not rich, value conscious, cost-conscious, daily driver, fuel-conscious, practical, Safety conscious, interested in comfort

FEB
20
2008

I'm currently leasing a Mazda 3, and I very well might buy it off at the end of my lease.  Never has a 4 door mini sedan been so much fun to drive!  I bought it because we have so much success with my husband's RX-8 and upon the test drives no other car in its class could compare (accord, altima, corolla, camry were all test driven).  This car offers the same luxury features, has great sound and 100% safe to drive -- while other cars were slipping back down the steep driveway to my office in the snow a couple of weeks ago, my Mazda 3's tires didn't even spin out.  We've had to break hard on...

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5 star rating
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cbabyvt
Reston, VA



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daily driver, not rich, fuel-conscious

OCT
16
2009

Mazda 3 Hatchback is a great little zippy car. The hatchback allows for extra storage space. Some may even say it's too much storage space for I often don't empty the trunk. You never know when you may opt for last minute camping under the stars - with or without tent and tarp - or a midnight swim with extra towels for all your buddies.  I usually just forget it's all in there - bless the hatchback.

The only downfall with the Mazda 3 Hatchback is driving in any precipitation - especially a little snow. Tips to new buyers who live anywhere it may snow and anywhere with hills...sell the tires that...

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4 star rating
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pixielee25
Larchmont, NY



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value conscious, daily driver, practical, Safety conscious, interested in comfort, married

FEB
17
2008

The Mazda 3 (06 to 08 models are quasi-identical) is the best car in it's category, possibly the best single new car under 20K. I did extensive research before buying one in Dec 2007, and a year later I have had no disapointment. This car is very confortable and has all the gimmicks and the luxury feels found in pricier cars. Leather seats are great, Bose speaker unbelievable, moon roof really cool in summer.   The car really has power with it's 2.3 l engine (a lot more than the Matrix, Fit, Corolla it is sometimes compared to). It can carry a lot of cargo with the hatchback (I carry my own...

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5 star rating
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maerev
Jersey City, NJ



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daily driver, interested in comfort, fuel-conscious, practical, married, not rich

NOV
26
2007
I have had two Mazda3's since they came out. The first one I loved to death, but a thief decided to joy ride in it and strip it out. A sad long story. After I got the insurance money I didn't look at any other cars I wanted a Mazda3 again. The interior is very nice and not very cheap looking. It is a fun car to drive. The gas mileage is great, even greater as the gas prices keep rising. My wife has a subaru, but would rather drive my car. The only thing that I haven't liked are: the stock tires are ok they wear out rather quickly and with the 17" finding a reasonable replacement is difficult. I... review »
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5 star rating
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Pakalika
Muncie, IN



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daily driver

OCT
26
2008
Mazda has won my business as a lifelong customer.  I absolutely love this car.  The ads are not kidding when they say "zoom zoom."  My car drives very smoothly.  I also get great gas mileage.  My only warning is to be careful which dealer you take the car to for repairs.  I got great service where I purchased the car, but when I moved and took the car to a different dealer, they nickeled and dimed me to death.  It was better just to take the car to a different mechanic.
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5 star rating
reviewer 2008 Contributor
ashgracie06
Greer, SC



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fuel-conscious, practical

JUL
3
2008

I got a 2006 Mazda 3 back in October and have been very happy ever since. The most important thing to me was that it was very fuel efficient. I was also glad to hear my mechanic tell me that Mazda's are very durable and extremely reliable. These cars are extremely fast and are very attractive to look at. The price at the dealership was great and it came with a 4 year bumper to bumper warranty! I can honestly say that this was a great investment.


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5 star rating
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FutureCEO
Miami, FL



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NOV
13
2008
I just recently bought the 2005 Mazda 3.  It rides so well.  There is nothing wrong with it and it is still under warranty.  There are power locks and power windows.  It has cruise control and radio controls on the steering wheel.  I used to drive a Mercury so this was a huge upgrade but they way it drives is undescribable, get behind one!  The car is worth all the pennies I  paid for it.
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5 star rating
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flipncheer
Kent, OH



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daily driver, a person who enjoys quality, fuel-conscious

DEC
14
2007
This is a great car.  Very nice looking and great with gas mileage.  I drive everyday to work and I bought this car to save on fuel.  Very fun to drive also!!!  Only drawback is that you cannot change the oil in it yourself.  I was very shocked when I went to buy the oil and was told that I wouldn't be able to it on my own.  Otherwise I love the car!
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4 star rating
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NIck22
Oakmont, PA



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JAN
9
2009
I bought the car used $16K w/ 17K miles. The ride is comfortable and it's a lot of fun to drive this car. I'm into modding vehicles, and I've put a few aftermarkets parts on it and made it even more exciting to drive this car. Overall, I have not had any major problems that the dealership didn't address since I'm still under my 50K warranty.
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5 star rating
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flipdotphinoi
Raleigh, NC



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married, not rich, fuel-conscious

APR
22
2009

I have a 2006 Mazda 3 hatchback in silver. I've had it almost a year now. I really like it. I love how there are controls on the steering-wheel for the stereo. You have the option of driving automatic or manual. I would recommend this car. Overall, I think Mazda is a good brand.


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4 star rating
2009 Reviewer
egaribay24
Salem, OR



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married, fuel-conscious

APR
24
2008
Before I bought this car I was driving a Chevy Monte Carlo and I thought I got decent gas mileage. Wow was I wrong. I researched this car and knew it would get good gas milage but it really impressed me on its first long distance trip, It got 37 MPG!! It is super cute but a little small but pleanty of room for me and my two small children.
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5 star rating
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chrisahana
Zimmerman, MN



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