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Max Davies
2026 Mazda 3 G25 Astina Hatch review
The Mazda 3 may not be the freshest hatch on sale, but it's still a worthwhile option if you want something with a bit of zing.
26 Days Ago
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Good
Josh Nevett
2026 Mazda 3 review
There's still plenty to like about cheaper versions of the Mazda 3, although it's not the most frugal small car going around.
5 Months Ago
Good
Josh Nevett
2025 Mazda 3 G25 Evolve SP review
Beyond equipment upgrades and price rises, the Mazda 3 remains a refined and rewarding small car with a couple of unresolved flaws.
10 Months Ago
Good
Josh Nevett
2025 Mazda 3 review
Beyond equipment upgrades and price rises, the Mazda 3 remains a refined and rewarding small car with a couple of unresolved flaws.
1 Year Ago
Very Good
Max Davies
2024 Mazda 3 G20 Touring Hatch review
Mazda's second-smallest hatch has gotten smaller in recent years, but it's still a competitive option in the shrinking small car class.
2 Years Ago
Good
William Stopford
2024 Mazda 3 G20 Touring review
The Mazda 3 is a premium-looking sedan inside and out, but the driving experience isn't quite as upscale as its looks suggest.
2 Years Ago
Good
James Wong
2024 Mazda 3 G20 Evolve review
The Mazda 3 is still fun to drive and beautifully finished. Its base petrol engine isn't all that quick or efficient, but it's still solid.
2 Years Ago
Good
William Stopford
2024 Mazda 3 G20 Pure review
A lot of small crossovers are just higher-riding hatchbacks anyway, so why not just get an OG hatchback like the Mazda 3?
3 Years Ago
Very Good
Jack Quick
2024 Mazda 3 review
The Mazda 3 has received a minor tech upgrade for MY24, though the local range no longer offers any manual or mild-hybrid options.
3 Years Ago
Very Good
Scott Collie
2023 Mazda 3 review
You didn't read that wrong; this is a regular hatchback that features a manual transmission. In 2023, that's seriously rare.
3 Years Ago
Good
William Stopford
2022 Mazda 3 G20 Pure review
With distinctive styling and a luxurious interior, the Mazda 3 has plenty of showroom appeal but it's not as accommodating as it could be.
4 Years Ago
Good
Scott Collie
2022 Mazda 3 G20e Evolve M Hybrid review
The Mazda 3 range now offers four engines in Australia, but the G20e M Hybrid isn't the one we'd be stumping for.
4 Years Ago
Very Good
Curt Dupriez
2021 Mazda 3 review
Now that the ‘new’ Mazda 3 has become more familiar with time, does its forward-thinking and upmarket spin still impress against the ever-changing small car landscape?
5 Years Ago
Good
Paul Maric
2020 Mazda 3 SkyActiv-X hybrid review
Mazda has revolutionised the internal combustion process with a mix of diesel and petrol engine tech. How well does it work? We find out.
6 Years Ago
Geoff Quattromani
Mazda: MZD Connect vs Mazda Connect infotainment review
Wondering what the difference between the old MZD Connect system and the seventh-generation setup is?
6 Years Ago
Very Good
Paul Maric
2020 Mazda 3 G25 Astina review
Does a big jump in price mean a big jump in driving enjoyment? We get behind the wheel to find out.
6 Years Ago
