Mazda 3 2.0 e-Skyactiv X (2021) review
Apr 2021:
Mazda gives the handsome 3 a high-spec makeover, but is the Skyactiv engine up to snuff now?
(Irish review)
Apr 2021:
Mazda gives the handsome 3 a high-spec makeover, but is the Skyactiv engine up to snuff now?
(Irish review)
Apr 2020:
This is the Mazda3 hatchback with the simpler mild-hybrid petrol engine. Better bet than the SkyActiv-X?
(Irish review)
Mar 2020:
Mazda’s new SkyActiv-X engine tech promises better economy with smooth performance. How does it fare in the handsome Mazda3 saloon?
(Irish review)
Jul 2019:
The new SkyActiv-X petrol engine ignites more interest in the Mazda3.
(International first drive review)
Feb 2019:
Mazda doesn’t yet have a full hybrid with which to take on the Toyota Corolla, but it does have a mild hybrid. Is the new 3 up to the task?
(International first drive review)
Feb 2019:
Mazda's new 3 is wonderfully handsome, but can it take on the likes of the Golf, Focus and the impressive new Toyota Corolla?
(International first drive review)
Feb 2018:
We've driven Mazda's revolutionary new SkyActiv-X petrol engine in a Mazda3 prototype.
(Prototype review)
Oct 2016:
Refreshed looks inside and out and more tech for the 2017MY Mazda3.
(International first drive review)
Apr 2016:
New 1.5 Mazda3 is much better choice than the existing 2.2 diesel - far more frugal yet still really enjoyable to drive.
(Irish review)
May 2014:
Mazda's new 3 looks impressively handsome, but is its reputation as a 'game changer' deserved?
(Irish review)
Jul 2013:
The new Mazda3 saloon cuts a stylish swathe through the mostly dull four-door compact saloon market.
(Prototype review)
Jul 2013:
We drive the entry-level Mazda3 hatchback that will arrive in November.
(Prototype review)
Feb 2012:
Mazda has given its best-selling 3 saloon a facelift for 2012 - and it looks better than ever.
(Irish review)
Nov 2010:
Don't look too hard for differences in this latest Mazda3. All the changes are under the bonnet.
(International first drive review)