2012 Mazda Mazda3 review
Mazda Mazda3 highlights
Customer rating
Mileage (EPA estimate)
18 city, 25 highway, 21 combined
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.4 out of 5
30 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 14 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 15 |
| 3 Stars | 1 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 1 Star | 0 |
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.
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S Touring 4D Hatchback 2WD
Standard Features
- Sunroof(s)
- Cloth Seats
- Traction Control
- Side Airbags
- Overhead Airbags
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Cruise Control
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Alloy Wheels
- Rear Spoiler
- Automatic Transmission
- BOSE Sound System
- Bluetooth Technology
- AM/FM Stereo
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Leatherette & Cloth
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Seat(s)
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Rear Spoiler
- Bluetooth Technology
- BOSE Sound System
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
167
Torque (ft-lbs)
168
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
15.9
Wheelbase
103.9"
Overall length
177.4"
Width
69.1"
Height
57.9"
Leg room
F 42"/R 36.2"
Head room
F 38.9"/R 38"
Front tires
P205/50VR17
Rear tires
P205/50VR17
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Mazda Mazda3 FAQ
The 2012 Mazda Mazda3 has received an average 4.4 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 Mazda Mazda3, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 Mazda Mazda3 Reviews.
The Mazda Mazda3 received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Mazda Mazda3 as 15 out of 46 among Compact Car
Here are the pros and cons of the 2012 Mazda Mazda3: Pros - Fuel Economy - Ride and Handling - Safety Cons - Cabin Noise - Visibility - Seat Comfort
The 2012 Mazda Mazda3 offers the following fuel efficiency options: • Gas: 28 city / 39 highway MPG (I Touring trim) • Gas: 28 city / 40 highway MPG (I Grand Touring trim) • Gas: 25 city / 33 highway MPG (I Sport trim) • Gas: 22 city / 29 highway MPG (S Touring trim) • Gas: 22 city / 29 highway MPG (S Grand Touring trim) • Gas: 25 city / 33 highway MPG (I SV trim) • Gas: 18 city / 25 highway MPG (Mazdaspeed trim) Actual mileage may vary based on driving conditions, vehicle condition, and driving habits.
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