Mazda 3 variants
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Total cash price £15,399. Borrowing £13,859 with a £1,540 deposit at a representative APR of 11.9%.

48 monthly payments
£262.42
Fixed interest rate
11.9%
Total amount payable
£20,090.33
Cost of credit
£4,691.33
Optional final payment
£5,954.00
Purchase fee
£10.00
Annual mileage limit
6000 miles

Why buy a used Mazda 3

If you're looking to buy a used Mazda 3, you'll discover one of the most reliable and stylish family hatchbacks on the market. Used Mazda 3 models for sale offer exceptional value, combining eye-catching design with practical everyday usability. Available in both hatchback and saloon body styles, these fuel-efficient petrol engines deliver impressive economy without compromising on driving pleasure. Mazda 3 cars for sale represent excellent reliability, with the brand's reputation for build quality ensuring dependable ownership.

Popular Mazda 3 trims for sale at Motorpoint

The Mazda 3 trim levels used to run from SE-L through SE-L Lux, Sport Lux and GT Sport, with GT Sport Tech topping off the list. In 2023 Mazda changed to a new list of names:

  • Prime-Line – The entry-level comes with 16-inch alloys with a grey cloth interior
  • Centre-Line – The next step up adds rain-sensing wipers, DAB radio, front and rear parking sensors, a wireless smartphone charger and keyless entry
  • Homura – Mid-spec Homura models get bigger 18-inch wheels, black cloth upholstery with red stitching, heated front seats, gloss black exterior trims and tinted rear windows
  • Exclusive Line – Top-spec models get 18-inch grey alloys, premium dark grey cloth seats, a 12-speaker Bose surround sound system and a frameless rear-view mirror

Owning a Mazda 3

Used Mazda 3 ownership should be straightforward and affordable. Running costs are competitive, with efficient engines achieving impressive fuel economy figures. The interior prioritises driver focus over flashy technology – you'll find analogue dials and a thoughtfully positioned screen controlled via a rotary dial rather than distracting touchscreen operation.

The infotainment system looks crisp and proves easy to navigate, though standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto may require adjustment to the dial-based operation. A used Mazda 3 will suit drivers who appreciate refined handling, comfortable ride quality, and straightforward operation without overwhelming complexity. Learn more about this compact hatchback by reading our Mazda 3 review.

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FAQs

The latest Mazda 3 is the fourth-generation car, and has been on sale since 2019. The vast majority of cars sold in the UK are five-door hatchbacks, although Mazda also sells a four-door saloon version. The saloon comes with nearly the same trim level line-up as the hatchback but only comes with the more powerful engine.

At over 4.4 metres long, the Mazda 3 is one of the longer cars in the family hatchback class. But it’s not one of the most practical choices – blame its pretty styling for that. Taller adults will find their heads brushing against the roof in the rear seats, and they may find their knees brushing the front seatbacks. The 330-litre boot is around 50 litres down on a VW Golf or Ford Focus, but slightly more than a 2.0-litre Toyota Corolla.

If you can stretch to the slightly higher insurance costs, we’d recommend going for the Skyactiv-X petrol engine. It’s faster, cleverer and more economical than the Skyactiv-G engine, and suits the Mazda 3’s premium feel.

Yes, the Mazda 3 is a really interesting alternative to the likes of a Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf. It's not the most practical choice but is one of the most stylish, and has a premium interior with (whisper it) better build quality than a Mercedes A-Class. The engines are a little different, too, and the range-topping Skyactiv-X petrol engine is both powerful and very economical.

The Mazda 3 is a reliable choice, especially if you pick a car with Mazda's proven Skyactiv-G petrol engine. Mazda finished as the seventh best-rated brand in the 2023 Driver Power survey, with reliability and styling among the strong ratings.

The Mazda 3's petrol engines have a maximum braked towing capacity of 1,300kg, so they're only suitable for towing a very small caravan.

Data suggests that the Mazda 3 will retain between 46% and 49% of its initial value after three years or 36,000 miles, which is on a par with the Cupra Leon but a little lower than the Audi A3.