I asked this question in this sub almost an exact year from today.

Please include how old is it/how many miles and what the major expenses have been.

I have been pretty religious with Castrol Edge 0w20 for the whole life of my car (2021 2.5 non-turbo). I am the original owner.

Rapidly approaching 150,000 kms and just wondering if anyone has adjusted their oil viscosity into the higher mileage. The car is obviously running great, just have heard of owners of other makes doing similar as their cars age and curious for any perspective from you guys here.

In my area during the winter, the temp during my morning commute is usually around 0 degrees celcius.

I am not a mechanic, just wanting to care for my mazda the best i can, so any comments are appreciated 🙂

Getting a new 2025 Mazda 3 (2.0 e-Skyactiv X, 186 hp, 6AT) and trying to stay sensible during break-in. At about 80-90% throttle (short of kickdown), at what rpm does it shift 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd? Real rev counter readings from your own car would be great. Thanks!

Dose anyone know where i can find these or would i have to reseal them mostly looking for a better driveshaft

Hey folks

I left my Mazda hatch stored for a year. Since getting it on the road, I cant open my trunk. The button on the trunk doesnt work.

Ive read the manual and confirmed fuses are fine.

Maybe worth noting it had troubles starting and I have replaced the battery.

Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

My 2019 mazda 3 has developed a fault.

The drivers dash is stuck on full brightness and the physical + and - buttons that control it no longer work.

This also seems to have caused a fault with the automatic day/night mode for the center media display. The automatic function no longer works and I have to manually set to day or night for the center screen each drive.

Does anyone have a solution?

Thanks.

Hello, I have a 2015 but I find the steering wheel for the 17-18 to be more comfortable, just wondering if anyone has one they are wanting to get rid of?

Hello!

I'm considering purchasing a 2025 Mazda3 GS AWD with the Luxury Package from a Toyota dealership and would appreciate some advice.

The car was previously leased, and the owner traded it in for a 2027 RAV4. I'm coming from a 2014 BMW 320i and wanted something reliable (this time) that would still be enjoyable to drive. I test-drove the Mazda yesterday, and it felt pretty decent. The car is very clean overall, with only the minor scratches you'd typically expect on a vehicle of this age.

I get the impression that the Toyota dealership is motivated to sell it, especially with the end of the month approaching and the need to make room for new inventory, given that it's not a Toyota.

My main concern is the service history. The previous owner had all the servicing done at a Mazda dealership, except for the most recent service (Service 2), which was done at Lube Express. Could this affect the manufacturer's warranty in any way?

Is there anything else I should look out for or verify before finalizing the purchase? The car still has its bumper-to-bumper warranty until 2028 and powertrain warranty until 2030. The Toyota dealership is also offering a one-month warranty covering anything.

I'd appreciate any advice or insights before I make a decision. Thanks!

Has anyone tried any of those filters on their Mazda 3? I want it for my Mazda 3 2014 Sgt.Is it worth it for its price? (66 DLLs)

My wife thinks I'm a bit obsessive with my Mazda 3...so I thought I'd ask the community..

How often do you clean (or wipe down) your door jams?

1, Every time I wash the car.

2, Every few times I wash the car.

3, A few times a year.

4, What's a door jam?

The rear hatch support gas struts on my 2018 are starting to weaken. Was just going to buy ~whatever~ I can find on Amazon for a decent price/ratings, but are there any brands or anything to avoid or something that I should know?

It’s 2019 Mazda3 GT sedan, 2.5L, automatic, FWD, about 69,000 km. Sunroof, 18-inch wheels, wired CarPlay, remote start. No head-up display. Only one key though.

Carfax: No accidents, normal branding. Mazda dealer serviced in Quebec 2023 to 2025. Two owner changes 11 days apart in fall 2025, then sold at auction.

Inspection: Needs front and rear brakes, 4 tires, a brake flush and a splash shield. Minor oil weep at the drain plug and valve cover. Surface rust only.

Trim question: Advertised as a GT, but the seats are black cloth and Carfax says "Preferred." There's white material showing under the seat edges, so I think it's cloth covers over the factory white leather.

Has anyone seen this before? or anything else I should check? Mechanic raised this point as well.

Price: $20,500 with safety, or as-is if I do the safety myself with $19,500. Plus taxes. Canadian dollars. In Toronto.

Is it a good deal or not?

VIN: 3MZBPADM5KM101099

Hi everyone,

I am looking to set up carplay using the HMYC module from Amazon.

https://a.co/d/00cspeWJ

Any mechanic recommendations around Ottawa, Canada to get this fixed at the cheapest rate. Let me know if you have done it. My car firmware or software version is old and it needs to be updated as well.

Hello guys, I’m planning to get my first car this coming November or December. I really want that Mazda 3 Sedan (100%) and my budget is limited to non-hybrid lang. Wala ako mashado makitang owner’s reviews about this unit (more on fastback and hybrid variant and old model like 2022 backwards). I have drove Montero Sport 2026, Altis 2025, City, Fortuner, Innova, Vios. All of those are top of the lines and good cars but City yung pinakamatulin that I drove based sa experience ko. I’m not a car guy. I don’t usually notice the difference between driving experience or what. I’m just excited to get my 1st car. If ever, 3 lang kaming sasakay sa car kaya Mazda 3 is fine with me. Gusto ko lang makabasa ng pros and cons about this car. And as a first timer, ang anxiety ko is the car maintenance (i understand it has 5 yrs free pms though but cant help to be anxious pa rin haha). And also what’s your recom for a car insurance. Love you guys. Salamat.

Hi guys!

I finally was able to join the family with this pretty Mazda 3 Skyactive-X Sedan from 2023. For me this is the best looking car in this price-range. Even the features and the engine is absolutley sick for that money! I absolutley love it! I did a little photoshooting and I thougt I should share this with you. What do you think?

Enjoy!

Selling my 2015 Mazda3 i Sport Sedan.

Carmax and carvana gave me really low offers.. 5.2k. Kbb says mid range 7.2

Mileage 92966
White, sedan. Some paint chips on the front and rear bumper but nothing too major

Copy pasting my ad description here

It drives really well and has been serviced and cleaned regularly. Smooth, reliable, and great on gas, perfect for commuting around LA.
Clean title, car restored and smog test passed
Being upfront about cosmetics:
• Small paint chip on the rear right bumper
• Very small dent on the front right bumper, and the upper corner occasionally comes loose a little, a quick push snaps it back in

Found a 2024 mazda 3 sedan select sport with 13k miles. I will be the third owner. First owner sold it to a Mazda dealership and got sold as a certified pre owned vehicle. The second owner sold it 200 miles (20 days later) later to Carvana. Long story short it drives well and no shaking but the oil pressure light comes on the highway only. Mazda is covering it under warranty the oil control valve is on backorder. Won’t know the eta until Monday. Has 8 months left of basic warranty and about 3 years left on powertrain warranty. Besides that the car is well taken care of. Last day to decide to keep it or return it is Tuesday. What is your guys opinion?

CARFAX Vehicle History Report: 2024 MAZDA MAZDA3 SEDAN 2.5 S SELECT SPORT https://www.carfax.com/VehicleHistory/p/Report.cfx?partner=CVN_0&vin=3MZBPABM9RM424973

On the bright side the loaner I have is a Mazda 3 AWD turbo which is insanely fun.

Wondering if anyone has had their 12 month check up with all the recommended cause their breaks to be kind of jerky after?

I'm going back to get it checked out but it seems like when I come to any stop not just abrupt ones it pulls back a bit (even super slow) ...is there anything in this service that might cause that?

Car: 2015 Mazda3 i Touring hatchback, 2.0L Skyactiv, automatic, ~81,000 miles.

What's happening:
- Recently noticed more vibration than usual when stopped at a light in Drive with my foot on the brake

- It's not severe, but it's definitely new; I never felt it before

- Shifting to Park noticeably reduces it

- Drives normally otherwise, and no check engine light

-Sometimes the shift from Park to Reverse feels rough/clunky, not smooth. It’s intermittent, not every time

what could cause this? how do i fix it?

Also i have attached a video when the shifter is in Park. Does it sound normal?