Mazda3 - 2007 Review

I am not a car person, I prefer trucks, but I adore my Mazda3. I have the Mazda3i Sedan Touring edition 5 speed with the 2.0.

I hate to have to reach for the radio and other controls, but the mazda has been designed so you don't have to. The telescoping steering column allows you to comfortably sit back in your seat. I have the 5 speed and its so easy and fun to drive. I also love the steering wheel controls for the radio. I added a $50 walmart amp and 2 10" subs in the trunk and the stock system sounds awesome (mine is the 6 disc unit). I get between 34-36 mpg., and that is around town! The trunk is large and the lid uses shocks instead of hinges so you don't lose any trunk space when it's closed.

Mine has the 2.0 which could use a little more power with the A/C on, but the windows are designed so the wind doesn't beat you up when their down so I rarely use the A/C anyway. The headlights take some getting used to. The are the type that go up so far, then cut off. Most older cars have the lights that give you the wide, all around lighting.

If you are considering a Toyota Corolla, Honda CIVIC, or anything similar, you owe it to yourself to go test drive this vehicle. You will NOT get the ongoing cutomer service from the others that you will get from Mazda. I've been there and I know. I've owned a LOT of different new vehicles over the years.

Mazda has the best customer service I've ever seen. If your dealership isn't up to par, go to another one or contact Mazda direct, they WILL make you happy.