2014-2018 Mazda 3 Sedan
Compact Sedan
The Mazda3 has a long-standing reputation for combining good interior space and fuel economy in a sporty package, and the redesigned 2014 model is no different. That is likey why it has been named to Car and Driver's 10 Best list and is a Consumer Digest's Best Buy. There are also some unique touches that are not offered by many of the rivals such as optional radar-assisted cruise control.





The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (10)
i SV
207,88,152,157,49i SV
47i Sport
241,154,49i Sport
47i Touring
96,132,238,158,62,153,95,49i Touring
47i Grand Touring
59,49i Grand Touring
47s Touring
170s Grand Touring
135,243,95,56Available packages (6)
APPEARANCE PACKAGE
front air dam door mirror caps rear diffuser and brillant black side sill extensionsMOONROOF PACKAGE 1
Driver and Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirrors Overhead Console w/Sunglass Holder Power Moonroof 1-touch openTECHNOLOGY PACKAGE
Driver and Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirrors Overhead Console w/Sunglass Holder Rearview Camera Radio: AM/FM/CD/HD w/Single CD digital clock and shark fin antenna SIRIUS XM Satellite Radio 4-month subscription Mazda Connect Infotainment System 7" full color touch-screen navigation w/real time traffic audio menu voice-command multi-function Commander control Bose 9-speaker surround sound system w/Centerpoint 2 and AudioPilot 2 E911 automatic emergency notification and Aha Pandora Stitcher and SMS text message audio delivery and reply Dual-Zone Automatic Climate ControlMOONROOF PACKAGE 2
Power Moonroof 1-touch openTECHNOLOGY PACKAGE (DISCONTINUED)
High Beam Control System Active Grille Shutters i-ELOOP Regenerative Braking System Lane Departure Warning System Smart City Brake Support SystemTECHNOLOGY PACKAGE
Mazda Radar Cruise Control High Beam Control System Active Grille Shutters i-ELOOP Regenerative Braking System Forward Obstruction Warning Lane Departure Warning System Smart City Brake Support SystemAvailable drive chains
Front Wheel DriveAvailable engines
4 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automatic manualAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety


Child Seat Anchors (LATCH) Ease of Use
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) is a system of attachment hardware for child restraints. Although child restrainst can be installed properly by using vehicle safety belts, LATCH is intended to make the correct installation easier.
The LATCH ratings are an indicator of how easy it is to achieve a correct, tight installation of a child restraint in a given vehicle when using the dedicated child restraint attachment hardware. As long as a restraint is properly installed, the LATCH rating doesn’t have any bearing on safety.
Scoring Legend
Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (12)
i SV
207,88,152,157,49i SV
47i Sport
241,154,49i Sport
47i Touring
96,132,238,158,62,153,95,49i Touring
47i Grand Touring
59,49i Grand Touring
47s Touring
170,49s Touring
47s Grand Touring
49,56s Grand Touring
135,243,47Available packages (3)
APPEARANCE PACKAGE
front air dam door mirror caps rear diffuser and brillant black side sill extensionsTECHNOLOGY PACKAGE
Driver and Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirrors Overhead Console w/Sunglass Holder Power Sliding-Glass Moonroof w/Interior Sunshade 1-touch open Radio: AM/FM/CD/HD w/Single CD digital clock and shark fin antenna Bose Surround Sound System 9-speakers Centerpoint 2 and AudioPilot 2 SIRIUS XM Satellite Radio roof-mounted shark fin antenna and 4-month subscription MAZDA CONNECT Infotainment System voice-command E911 automatic emergency notification 7" full-color touch-screen display multi-function Commander control Pandora Aha and Stitcher internet radio integration Radio Broadcast Data System program information and SMS text message audio delivery and reply Dual-Zone Automatic Climate ControlTECHNOLOGY PACKAGE
High Beam Control System Mazda Radar Cruise Control Active Grille Shutters i-ELOOP Regenerative Braking System Engine: SKYACTIV-G 2.5L I4 w/i-ELOOP variable valve timing Forward Obstruction Warning Lane Departure Warning System Smart City Brake Support SystemAvailable drive chains
Front Wheel DriveAvailable engines
4 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automatic manualAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety


Child Seat Anchors (LATCH) Ease of Use
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) is a system of attachment hardware for child restraints. Although child restrainst can be installed properly by using vehicle safety belts, LATCH is intended to make the correct installation easier.
The LATCH ratings are an indicator of how easy it is to achieve a correct, tight installation of a child restraint in a given vehicle when using the dedicated child restraint attachment hardware. As long as a restraint is properly installed, the LATCH rating doesn’t have any bearing on safety.
Scoring Legend
Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (9)
i Sport
96,132,241,238,207,88,152,153,157,154,49i Sport
47i Touring
158,62,95,49i Touring
47i Grand Touring
59,49i Grand Touring
47s Grand Touring
170,49,56s Touring
47s Grand Touring
135,243,56Available packages (4)
APPEARANCE PACKAGE
front air dam door mirror caps rear diffuser and brillant black side sill extensionsPREFERRED EQUIPMENT PACKAGE
bright beltline trim satin silver steering wheel spoke and HVAC control dial trim ring Automatic On/Off Headlights Wheels: 16" Alloy Blind Spot Monitor w/Rear Cross Traffic Alert Body-Color Power Folding Heated Exterior Mirrors turn signals Rear Seat Armrest w/Cupholders Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers 2-speed and variable-intermittentPOPULAR EQUIPMENT PACKAGE
Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control Radio: AM/FM/CD/HD w/Single CD digital clock and shark fin antenna Bose Surround Sound System 9-speakers Centerpoint 2 and AudioPilot 2 SiriusXM Satellite Radio roof-mounted shark fin antenna and 4-month subscription MAZDA CONNECT Infotainment System voice-command E911 automatic emergency notification 7" full-color touch-screen display multi-function Commander control Pandora Aha and Stitcher internet radio integration Radio Broadcast Data System program information and SMS text message audio delivery and replyTECHNOLOGY PACKAGE
High Beam Control System Mazda Radar Cruise Control Active Grille Shutters i-ELOOP Regenerative Braking System Engine: SKYACTIV-G 2.5L I4 w/i-ELOOP variable valve timing Forward Obstruction Warning Lane Departure Warning System Smart City Brake Support SystemAvailable drive chains
Front Wheel DriveAvailable engines
4 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automatic manualAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety


Child Seat Anchors (LATCH) Ease of Use
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) is a system of attachment hardware for child restraints. Although child restrainst can be installed properly by using vehicle safety belts, LATCH is intended to make the correct installation easier.
The LATCH ratings are an indicator of how easy it is to achieve a correct, tight installation of a child restraint in a given vehicle when using the dedicated child restraint attachment hardware. As long as a restraint is properly installed, the LATCH rating doesn’t have any bearing on safety.
Scoring Legend
Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (6)
Sport
96,132,241,238,207,88,152,153,157,154,49Sport
47Touring
158,59,62,95,49Touring
47Grand Touring
170,237,135,243,239,49,56Grand Touring
47Available packages (6)
APPEARANCE PACKAGE
front air dam door mirror caps rear bumper diffuser and side sill extensions in jet blackI-ELOOP PACKAGE
Active Grille Shutters i-ELOOP Regenerative Braking System Engine: SKYACTIV-G 2.5L I4 w/i-ELOOP variable valve timingPREFERRED EQUIPMENT PACKAGE
bright beltline trim satin silver steering wheel spoke and HVAC control dial trim ring Automatic On/Off Headlights Wheels: 16" x 6.5J Alloy Advanced Blind Spot Monitoring rear cross traffic alert Body-Color Power Folding Heated Exterior Mirrors turn signals Rear Seat Armrest w/Cupholders Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers 2-speed and variable-intermittentPREMIUM EQUIPMENT PACKAGE
Pivoting Adaptive Front-Lighting System LED Daytime Running Lights Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror w/HomeLink Heated Steering Wheel LED Combination Taillights Bi-LED Headlights w/Auto Leveling Mazda Navigation SystemI-ACTIVSENSE SAFETY PACKAGE
Traffic Sign Recognition High Beam Control Mazda Radar Cruise Control Lane Departure Warning System Smart Brake Support Lane Keep AssistPOPULAR EQUIPMENT PACKAGE
Bose Surround Sound System 9 speakers Centerpoint 2 and AudioPilot 2 SiriusXM Satellite Radio roof-mounted shark fin antenna and 4-month subscription Dual Front Illuminated Vanity Mirrors Body Color Rear Deck Lip Spoiler Power Sliding Moonroof 1-touch open and close and interior sunshade Overhead Console w/Sunglasses HolderAvailable drive chains
Front Wheel DriveAvailable engines
4 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automatic manualAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety


Child Seat Anchors (LATCH) Ease of Use
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) is a system of attachment hardware for child restraints. Although child restrainst can be installed properly by using vehicle safety belts, LATCH is intended to make the correct installation easier.
The LATCH ratings are an indicator of how easy it is to achieve a correct, tight installation of a child restraint in a given vehicle when using the dedicated child restraint attachment hardware. As long as a restraint is properly installed, the LATCH rating doesn’t have any bearing on safety.
Scoring Legend
Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend