2005 Mazda 3 V Sport review from United Arab Emirates
"Great car, though stay clear of the smaller engines"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Three months after purchasing, the central control screen stopped working. Repaired within minutes by dealer.
General comments?
The car is well-built however, the small engine is probably its worst character. With a 1.6, you are constantly required to accelerate to maintain high speeds. The 1.6L model is the only model sold in the Middle East.
The interior looks amazing and has all the bells and whistles to keep you entertained.
The sound system could be improved. The speaker positions do not provide adequate surround sound and at moderately high volume levels, you can hear high vibration noises from the doors.
The auto-headlights and auto-wipers are a big plus - adds the luxuries of a high-end model to a very affordable car.
The A/C can be weak at times, but trying to keep the interior cool in grid-lock traffic in 45C heat, a shortcoming is quite understandable.
The car conserves gas, however, having only 4 gears results in a high RPM level (as per Middle East model specification) and greater gas consumption.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Gasoline Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 22 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 23000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Renault 19 |
| Date of Entry | 27th January, 2007 |