William Stopford
Podcast: Ioniq 6 review, small hatch comparison
The CarExpert team is back for another week of podcasting, looking at the topics that made car news over the past week.
3 Years Ago
All Mazda 3 News
William Stopford
Mazda 3: Tech update firming for popular small car in 2023
The Mazda 3 could get an infotainment upgrade this year, though it's unclear if any other changes are coming to Australia.
3 Years Ago
James Wong
Mazda 3, CX-30 base model sales paused
2.0-litre versions of the popular Mazda 3 and CX-30 are in such short supply that lower grades are currently not available to order.
3 Years Ago
Jack Quick
Mazda 3, CX-5 lose features due to chip shortage
Certain trim levels of the Mazda 3 and CX-5 are now missing some convenience features due to semiconductor shortages.
3 Years Ago
James Wong
Mazda 3 & CX-30 Skyactiv X models to retain lower tune due to fuel quality
Mazda's lean-burning Skyactiv X compression-ignition petrol engine hasn't been updated in line with European models due to local fuel quality, the brand says.
4 Years Ago
William Stopford
Multiple Mazda models recalled
Mazda is recalling 90,363 vehicles across seven of its model lines as a fuel pump failure could cause their engines to stall.
4 Years Ago
William Stopford
2022 Mazda 3 price and specs
Fewer manual options, new mild-hybrid and sporty-looking variants, and minor price hikes are some of the key changes for the 2022 Mazda 3 range.
4 Years Ago
William Stopford
Mazda 3 recalled
The 2003-06 Mazda 3 has been recalled as the steering wheel logo could shatter in an accident and cause injury.
4 Years Ago
Scott Collie
2022 Mazda 3 updates detailed for Australia
Mazda has added a new engine to the 3 sedan and hatchback range, along with a sporty mid-range Evolve SP option.
4 Years Ago
Scott Collie
2022 Mazda 3 losing multiple manual options
Mazda dealers have confirmed the range of 3 models available with a manual transmission will be cut for model year 2022.
4 Years Ago
William Stopford
2021 Mazda 3 price and specs
The Mazda 3 is unchanged for 2021, though most variants have received a price increase of $100-$200.
5 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Small car market share tumbling - how is yours selling?
The Toyota Corolla and Mercedes-Benz A-Class top their respective price segments. Here we discuss every competitor, and also forecast new and updated models due before the end of 2021.
5 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Hold off buying your new hot hatch: These pocket rockets are coming soon
Belt-up for the new Volkswagen Golf GTI, BMW 128ti, Skoda Octavia RS, Audi S3, Hyundai i20 N, Toyota GR Yaris Rallye, and updated versions of the Renault Megane R.S and Hyundai i30 N.
5 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Specs compared: Honda Civic, Kia Cerato, Mazda 3, and Toyota Corolla sedans
This weekend's on-paper comparison features four of the best-selling small sedans. SUVs may be in vogue, but some people still like a three-box silhouette and a hinged boot.
5 Years Ago
Paul Maric
Podcast: Mazda 3 turbo, phone detection cameras and Renault Zoe
Aussie-first wheel alignment technology, no Mazda 3 turbo for Australia and phone detection cameras. Catch up on all the latest car news.
5 Years Ago
Scott Collie
Mazda 3 Turbo "left-hand drive only" for now
Keen on a Mazda 3 Turbo in Australia? Bad luck, it's left-hand drive only for now.
5 Years Ago
