Compact hatchback · Gas
Mazda Mazda3
2.5 S Preferred
Starting MSRP
$25,000
MPG city/hwy
27 / 36
Seats
5
Cargo
20.1 cu-ft
Drivetrain
FWD
0–60 mph
7.5s
Powertrain
GAS
Segment
Compact hatchback
Model year
2026
The closest thing to a premium hatchback below luxury prices, with a cabin that punches above its price and genuinely engaging handling.
Pros
- Upscale interior design and materials for the price
- Fun, well-weighted steering and handling
- Strong predicted reliability
Cons
- Back seat and cargo room trail the Civic
- Infotainment lacks a touchscreen while driving
- AWD only offered on upper trims
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| Year | Condition | Color | Mileage | Dealer | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 2017 | Used | Deep Crystal Blue Mica | 82,190 mi | BMW of Mountain ViewMountain View, CA | $14,803 | |
 | 2022 | Used | Snowflake White Pearl Mica | 69,041 mi | BMW of FremontFremont, CA | $19,995 | |
 | 2022 | Used | Snowflake White Pearl Mica | 53,650 mi | AutoNation Toyota HaywardHayward, CA | $20,076 | |
 | 2013 | Used | Black Mica | 94,020 mi | Audi FremontFremont, CA | $8,998 | |
 | 2015 | Used | Deep Crystal Blue Mica | 67,250 mi | Audi FremontFremont, CA | $13,998 | |
 | 2024 | Used | Deep Crystal Blue Mica | 56,632 mi | AutoNation Toyota CerritosCerritos, CA | $18,995 | |
 | 2018 | Used | Machine Gray Metallic | 85,091 mi | AutoNation Honda Costa MesaCosta Mesa, CA | $15,954 | |
 | 2024 | Used | Platinum Quartz Metallic | 46,365 mi | AutoNation Toyota CerritosCerritos, CA | $18,995 | |
 | 2015 | Used | Soul Red Metallic | 88,223 mi | AutoNation Honda Costa MesaCosta Mesa, CA | $11,321 | |
 | 2023 | Used | Soul Red Crystal Metallic | 40,949 mi | AutoNation Mazda CarlsbadCarlsbad, CA | $25,936 | |
 | 2026 | Used | Snowflake White Pearl Mica | 10 mi | AutoNation Mazda CarlsbadCarlsbad, CA | $25,806 | |
 | 2026 | Used | Ceramic Metallic | 10 mi | AutoNation Mazda CarlsbadCarlsbad, CA | $27,405 | |
 | 2026 | Used | Soul Red Crystal Metallic | 5 mi | AutoNation Mazda CarlsbadCarlsbad, CA | $27,021 | |
 | 2026 | Used | Ceramic Metallic | 10 mi | AutoNation Mazda CarlsbadCarlsbad, CA | $26,513 | |
 | 2026 | Used | Ceramic Metallic | 10 mi | AutoNation Mazda CarlsbadCarlsbad, CA | $26,973 | |
 | 2026 | Used | Ceramic Metallic | 10 mi | AutoNation Mazda CarlsbadCarlsbad, CA | $26,765 | |
 | 2026 | Used | Platinum Quartz Metallic | 5 mi | AutoNation Mazda CarlsbadCarlsbad, CA | $27,836 | |
 | 2026 | Used | Jet Black Mica | 5 mi | AutoNation Mazda CarlsbadCarlsbad, CA | $27,788 | |
 | 2026 | Used | Deep Crystal Blue Mica | 10 mi | AutoNation Mazda CarlsbadCarlsbad, CA | $27,960 | |
 | 2026 | Used | Jet Black Mica | 10 mi | AutoNation Mazda CarlsbadCarlsbad, CA | $27,601 |
Affordability calculator
Can you afford the Mazda Mazda3?
Estimated monthly payment
$474/mo
Amount financed
$24,250
Sales tax
$1,750
Total interest
$4,219
Total paid over term
$28,469
20/4/10 rule of thumb (0/2)
- ×20% or more down
- ×48-month term or shorter
A common budgeting guideline: put 20% down, finance for 4 years or less, and keep the payment at or under 10% of your gross monthly income. This estimate excludes insurance, fuel, and maintenance, and your actual APR depends on credit and lender.
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