Best Mazda Sedans

My wife has been driving a 2014 Mazda3 for several years, and it has proven to be one of the most dependable cars she has owned. From daily commuting… Read more

to weekend road trips, the car has consistently delivered a comfortable and enjoyable driving experience.

One of the first things she appreciated was the sporty handling. The steering feels responsive, making the car easy to maneuver through city traffic and surprisingly fun on winding roads. Despite its compact size, the Mazda3 feels stable and confident at highway speeds. The suspension strikes a nice balance between comfort and performance, absorbing most road imperfections without feeling overly soft.

Fuel efficiency has also been a major advantage. The car regularly achieves excellent gas mileage, helping keep operating costs low. This has made it a practical choice for both everyday errands and longer journeys. Maintenance has been straightforward as well, with only routine servicing and minor repairs required over the years.

The interior remains one of her favorite aspects of the vehicle. The cabin design feels modern for its age, and the seats provide good support during extended drives. The controls are intuitive, and the infotainment system is easy to use once familiar with its layout. While rear-seat space can be somewhat limited for taller passengers, it has generally been sufficient for family outings and trips with friends.

Reliability has been outstanding. Even after years of ownership, the engine runs smoothly, and the vehicle continues to feel solid and well-built. The quality of the materials and overall construction have held up remarkably well, with minimal wear despite regular use.

Overall, the 2014 Mazda3 has been an excellent car for my wife. It combines reliability, fuel economy, enjoyable driving dynamics, and a comfortable interior in a package that continues to feel relevant years after its release. It remains a vehicle she enjoys driving and would gladly recommend to anyone looking for a dependable and engaging compact car.

After owning a BMW E39 525i for many years I was concerned about driving experience of moving to a front drive 2025 20th Anniversary Edition Mazda 6… Read more

2.5l turbo. First drive dispelled my concerns completely. The 6 is a real match with the E39 for ride, comfort and handling the steering and driving dynamics and the boot is huge. The 2.5 turbo engine is a revelation with bags of torque and more than adequate power with reasonable cruising fuel economy of better than 7l/100kms. The automatic transmission is one of the best I have ever experienced with almost imperceptible shifts and smooth power delivery and much better than most of the CVVT's out there. My purchase was based on the Japanese build quality of the Mazda (second to none), reliability, availability of parts and servicing. The interior of the 6 is spacious and a beautiful place to inhabit for long distance driving. Minor issues such as lack of traction control (careful with the throttle from a standstill on wet roads) and the age of the MZD infotainment system are minor irritations that one can live with. To borrow an old Jaguar marketing slogan "Grace, pace and space"

This is my third review on my April 2023 Mazda 2, white pure with a six speed manual with tinted windows and a few other inclusions such as LED… Read more

headlights (marvellous), lane keep assist, lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring and rear cross traffic alert (fantastic). Ok so the plastics are scratchy and the infotainment system is small at around 8 inches but it is very clear. And cupholders in the back and centre armrest storage bin would have been nice (I fitted all of these items at much cheapter prices). However, the drive of this car is excellent, a beautiful six speed manual box that shifts precisely and a clutch that is so well matched that city driving is a breeze. Combine that with fuel economy that is consistent at around 6.5L/100kms as well as sharp handling and direct sterring and this car given its design age is truly fantastic for what it costs. However, the greatest improvement I have made to the car is the fitment of 195 instead of 185s still on the standard 15" alloy rims and what a difference. Ride is much smoother, road noise is reduced and handling in tight corners is much sharper. I throughly receomend upsizing. Overall a great car for the money, this si where the real value is, everything you need but note this car needs to be driven, you can't just lope along but as both a city and highway car it is truly fit for purpose.