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Used Mazda Mazda3: the years to buy and the years to skip
Every Mazda Mazda3 from 2010 to 2025, across 3 generations: what each year typically sells for (about $4,500 to $29,000), its crash rating, and whether it's a year to target or skip. The best bets are 2011–2018, 2020–2025. Look harder at or skip 2010, 2019.
2019–2025 Mazda Mazda3
A near-premium compact with a beautiful cabin, available all-wheel drive and an optional turbo.
Years to target: 2020–2025. Look harder at or skip: 2019. It has a strong reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $15,000 | Look harder | Not rated | ~80,000 |
| 2020 | $17,000 | Target | Not rated | ~70,000 |
| 2021 | $19,000 | Target | Not rated | ~60,000 |
| 2022 | $21,000* | Target | Not rated | ~50,000 |
| 2023 | $23,000* | Target | Not rated | ~40,000 |
| 2024 | $26,000* | Target | Not rated | ~30,000 |
| 2025 | $29,000* | Target | Not rated | ~20,000 |
* Estimated from nearby years, since few were listed for sale.
Worth knowing
- 2019: owner complaints spike (74, mostly the brakes).
- The rear seat is cramped, and the hatchback has poor rear visibility.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for the Preferred (Preferred Package on 2019 and 2020): it adds heated seats, a power driver seat, leatherette and Bose audio over the Select. Adaptive cruise and CarPlay are standard throughout.
On the test drive
Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: standard from the start of this generation (2019).
- Adaptive cruise control: standard from the start of this generation (2019).
- Blind-spot monitoring: standard from 2021.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Toyota Corolla 2023–2025 · $20,500–$23,000
- Honda Civic 2022–2023 · $23,000–$24,000
- Toyota Prius 2020–2022 · $20,500–$25,000
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2014–2018 Mazda Mazda3
A fun-to-drive compact with efficient engines, a smooth automatic and a stylish cabin.
Years to target: 2014–2018. It has a strong reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | $9,000 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~130,000 |
| 2015 | $10,000 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~120,000 |
| 2016 | $11,000 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~110,000 |
| 2017 | $12,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~100,000 |
| 2018 | $13,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~90,000 |
Worth knowing
- Road noise is noticeable on the highway, and the back seat is tight for adults.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for the i Touring or s Touring: it adds blind-spot monitoring, heated seats and leatherette over the Sport. 2017 and newer gained G-Vectoring Control and improved infotainment.
On the test drive
Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: standard from 2018, optional from 2014.
- Adaptive cruise control: optional from 2014, never standard in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Toyota Corolla 2014 · $11,500
- Acura TSX 2013–2014 · $10,000–$11,000
- Toyota Camry 2013–2015 · $10,000–$12,000
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2010–2013 Mazda Mazda3
A fun, affordable compact car with sharp handling and a sporty feel.
Years to target: 2011–2013. Look harder at or skip: 2010. It has a strong reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | $4,500 | Look harder | 4 of 5 | ~155,000 |
| 2011 | $5,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~145,000 |
| 2012 | $5,500 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~135,000 |
| 2013 | $6,500 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~125,000 |
Worth knowing
- 2010: owner complaints spike (686, mostly the body and structure).
- Rust can form around the rear wheel arches, so inspect the body closely, especially in snowy states.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for a 2012 or 2013 i Touring with the Skyactiv engine: it delivers notably better mileage, and the Touring adds alloy wheels, Bluetooth and steering wheel controls over the Sport.
On the test drive
Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: not offered in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: not offered in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Honda Insight 2011–2013 · $5,000–$6,000
- Hyundai Accent 2013–2014 · $5,500–$6,000
- Honda Fit 2010–2011 · $5,500–$6,000
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Prices are typical dealer and private asking prices from used listings, collected in September and October 2026, for an average-mileage car. Years with too few listings are estimated from nearby years. Crash ratings, recalls and owner complaint counts come from NHTSA public records. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy. Spot something off? Let us know.