What newer car should I replace my Mazda3 with?

I currently have a 2005 Mazda3 saloon 1.6 petrol. Would like to get a new car to upgrade to at least 2008 and still stay with a saloon type. What would you recommend? I'm sick of paying crazy tax for the 1.6 petrol. Thanks

Annette Huggard (Kerry)

Jul 2014 Filed under: choosing used car

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Expert answer

Hi Annette,

I think your best bet could be to upgrade to a newer Mazda3 Saloon. The second generation 3 four-door is a really nice car - spacious, comfy and reliable, and if you get a 1.6 diesel from 2008 onwards you'll be paying half nothing for your road tax. 

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser
@neilmbriscoe