2019 Mazda 3 hatchback preferred. Went from a 215 to a 225/45/18

Hey everyone!

I’m planning to get a Mazda 3 Sedan 2026, but I’m really torn between two colors: Snowflake White Pearl and Platinum Quartz.

I like the clean, classy look of the white, but Platinum Quartz has a unique look that seems a little more premium and different from what you usually see on the road.

I’ve been going back and forth between the two, and honestly, I can’t make up my mind. 😂

For those who own a Mazda 3 or have seen both colors in person, I’d love to hear your opinions!

Which one holds up better in terms of keeping it clean and maintaining its appearance?

And most importantly, which one would you personally choose, and why?

Help me make this decision before I regret choosing the wrong color. 😂 Thanks in advance! 🙏🏻

This might be a long shot but I hope this community can help, I’m after these suede interior parts for the retro edition in Japan. I’m in Aus and we never got these here. Is there a parts website that sells these. Any help would be appreciated.

Got a gen 3 iSV a few years ago after both my wife and I had our cars break down.

Since then I’ve done a grill and headlight swap, 16 in könig wheels, and added a roof rack.

The crazier stuff is in the interior where I added a gauge cluster and steering wheel from a grand touring trim which granted me fuel estimate, outdoor temp, HUD, and cruise control. Major project but so fun.

Between the rear fold down seat and the roof rack I can haul a surprising amount of gear, furniture, groceries, whatever. Legendary car, gonna take it to 200k miles EASY.

For Mazda 3 Skyactiv-X cars.

Has anyone got this code before?

While driving I did a hard acceleration, nothing too hard or unusual and 3 mins after I noticed the check engine light. The SPCCI stopped working and basically I had 0 low - mid end torque only high torque.

Apart from that the car drove and behaved just fine. Later we plugged a diagnostic on the car and showed us the code, ee cleared it and since yesterday the car seems to be back to normal and I have already driven it 4 times.

* Note that I have a custom axle back exhaust which means after the middle resonator it's basically Y shaped straight piped (no sensors affected).

Secondly I have removed the supercharger sound resonator as well, for better flow and whining sound. I have the breather properly installed and sealed with a metal tube to clamp on the new silicone tube.

I got nothing to say...

Oh wait I do - I laugh at all the reliability rankings with Toyota and Lexus at the top.

My 2012 3. She got a spa day. I love her!

In new jersey by Philadelphia does anyone have a service or shop that will program a key fob? Not really wanting to drop 600 on one from the dealer.

Hi all,

I'm a long time lurker in this forum as I'm looking to buy a Mazda 3. I found a good listing online, however the MOT history confirms that it has subframe corrosion but it is not severe.

From what I understand about MK3 Mazda's, they are prone to rusting but generally are reliable and good vehicles to own.

Can someone advise if they have subframe corrosion on their Mazda 3, and whether it's detrimental to their ability to drive the car or should I walk away and find another?

Thank you!

Parked my gen 4 turbo hatch next to a gen 2 sedan at work today

for context, I am single m 30 in ontario, can afford upto 18k cash, anything above would be financed.
can use awd in winters, won’t go for turbo, my daily drive is only 15kms.
cx5 or even cx30 are another considerations in case I have a family in few years.

Lol I’m in love with this car I’ve had it for three days, and it just looks so good stock I think I’m gonna keep it like this for a loong time. Photo 3 is my favorite.

Finally hit 100,000miles on my base 2021! Finally i’m back in a high mileage car. Feels like home

Bought it this summer after selling my little red Mazda 2, so it's a big upgrade, and I can tell you I love it.

Great looks, great performance (could use 20 more hp, but it's still fast enough), great driver assistance systems.

I can see well enough out the back, which I was unsure about.

I moved with it, and my bike fits in the back with the front wheel off.

I've gotten compliments on it (only from dudes, which is good because I'm scared of women).

All in all, a great car!

Hi, i have a mazda 3 turbo hatch 2026 currently on lease. 90% sure it is getting bought out after (leased for tax write off purposes) but because of that i have to keep the car completely regrettable to stock. are there any spoilers and front lips on the market that don’t really need bolts and a generous amount of 3m will hold it on. (cheaper is better of course) if any universals would fit what should i look for to check and see

I’ve noticed in my 2026 Mazda3 Hatch CE, whenever my rpms are above 3000-4000, my brake pedal vibrates. It’s not physically moving or pressing down or anything, but when I hover on it with my foot its vibrating then stops when the rpms go down. Has anyone else noticed this?

Hi guys!

I’m considering buying a 2015 Mazda3 i Touring with 116,400 miles from a private seller for $8,000.

I had a pre-purchase inspection done at an independent mechanic, and these are the main issues they found:

Shocks/struts: Leaking, quoted around $650 to replace both. The mechanic said it’s mostly a comfort issue and not an immediate safety concern.

Control arms/bushings: Cracked/torn bushings on both front and rear control arms. Quoted around $1,500, but the mechanic said they don’t need to be replaced right now.

Brake fluid: Low and very dirty/contaminated. Needs to be flushed.

Minor engine oil leak: Coming from the valve cover gasket. No oil in the spark plug wells.

Spark plugs: Recommended replacement due to age/mileage.

Air filters: Both need replacing.

Brake pads are still at 8 mm front and 6 mm rear.
Other than that, the inspection didn’t reveal any major issues with the engine or transmission.

The seller originally wanted $8,300 but agreed to $8,000, which is their final price. They seem trustworthy, and the car looks pretty good overall.
I really like the Mazda3, and I’m planning to keep it for at least 3–5 years. I won’t be driving a ton, probably mostly on weekends.

My main concern is whether I’m buying a car that’s going to need a lot of expensive repairs over the next few years.

What do you guys think? Is $8,000 a fair price given these issues? Would you buy it?

Thanks a lot in advance!!

My 2010 hatchback latch laks water after any rain, have you had this problem and where are the main parts to inspect?

Bought an 8' step ladder today, hauled it home with the trunk down. It was touching the windshield and back panel of the trunk.