Professional Reviews

• “engine and transmission do offer a very serene and comfortable highway cruise, as noise is minimal.” — Canadian Driver
• “However, the 3's downfall remains road noise. ” — The Car Connection
• “Despite being the old man in its ultracompetitive set, the 3 offers a quality interior and a very athletic chassis, helping to overcome whatever marketplace hurdles its demented-clown face may have placed in its path.” — Car and Driver
• “In back-to-back drives with its competitors (Mazda chose the "eco" versions of the Honda Civic, Ford Focus, Chevrolet Cruze, along with the Hyundai Elantra and Toyota Corolla), the Mazda3 GS Skyactiv is the best-balanced in terms of driving dynamics.” — Canadian Driver