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Mazda 3 hatchback (2019 - ) review
The 2019 Mazda 3 family hatchback makes a better case for itself against the Volkswagen Golf and Ford Focus than previous iterations.
Mazda 3 2.2d Sport Nav long-term test review – final report
It's time for Digital Content Editor Rachael Hogg to hand back the keys to her Mazda. Here she talks about how it's fared over the past six months.
Mazda 3 Fastback saloon (2016 - ) review
The Mazda 3 Fastback is a light, nimble and fun-to-drive small saloon car that’s based on Mazda’s impressive family hatchback. It looks fantastic, and is economical, too, but not the most practical or refined small car.
Mazda 3 2.2d Sport Nav long-term test review – fifth report
Web producer Rachael Hogg has been finding out what typical buyers of the Mazda 3 would usually go for.
Mazda 3 2.2d Sport Nav long-term test review – fourth report
This month, web producer Rachael Hogg defends the Mazda from critics of its appearance, and may have unexpectedly hit upon 2017's summer anthem...
Mazda 3 2.2d Sport Nav long-term test review – third report
This month, web producer Rachael Hogg compares her car to one of the Mazda 3’s biggest rivals, the Ford Focus.
Mazda 3 hatchback (2016 - ) review
The Mazda 3 is a light, nimble and fun-to-drive family hatch that takes on the Ford Focus, Vauxhall Astra and Renault Megane. It looks fantastic, and is very economical, too, but not the most practical or refined car of its type.
Mazda 3 2.2d Sport Nav long-term test review – second report
This month, web producer Rachael Hogg discusses how the Mazda 3 drives, and a few niggles she's found...
Mazda 3 long-term test review – first report
Web producer Rachael Hogg is spending six months living with the sporty hatchback to see how well it can cope with the challenges of everyday life.
2017 Mazda 3 first drive review
Mazda punches above its weight when it comes to family hatches, and has given the Mazda 3 key updates to continue its success.
Mazda 3 hatchback (2013 - ) review
Read the Mazda3 hatchback (2013 - ) car review by Auto Trader's motoring experts, covering price, specification, running costs, practicality, safety and how it drives
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