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Mazda 3 problems: all generations

We have documented 4 generations of the Mazda 3: 3 I (2003–2009), 3 II (2009–2013), 3 III (2013–2019) and 3 IV (2019–today). The one with the best score is the Mazda 3 IV (6.6/10). Choose the generation or the year to see its faults, the engines best avoided and what to check before buying.

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  1. Mazda 3 I

    2003–2009 · code BK

    Engines and gearboxes: 1.6 HDi, 2.3 MZR DISI Turbo, MZR-CD, MZR gasolina

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    6.0 out of 10MotorFiable Score

  2. Mazda 3 II

    2009–2013 · code BL

    Engines and gearboxes: MZR-CD, 2.3 MZR DISI Turbo, MZR gasolina

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    6.1 out of 10MotorFiable Score

  3. Mazda 3 III

    2013–2019 · code BM

    Engines and gearboxes: Skyactiv-D, Skyactiv-G

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    6.2 out of 10MotorFiable Score

  4. Mazda 3 IV

    2019–today · code BP

    Engines and gearboxes: Skyactiv-D, Skyactiv-G

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    6.6 out of 10MotorFiable Score

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