Mazda 3 has changed a lot, but the 2010 Mazda 3 remains more entertaining and stylish than its price mark would propose. If you're looking for a small, inexpensive sedan or hatchback, it ought to be at the top of your list.
Pros:
Sporty handling and performance, high-end interior, unmatched available luxury features, available hatchback utility.
Ride may be too stiff for some, interior and trunk not as large as those of competitors.
The most worry for many was that the Mazda 2010 wouldn't be as fun to drive as its predecessor. Thankfully, that characteristic is still confidently unbroken. The underlying platform is mostly unchanged, save for the added use of high-strength steel and a retuned version of the suspension, which merge to give the new Mazda better body control without any additional ride harshness. The steering still communicative and confidence-inspiring, while the amount of vibration transmitted to the driver's hands has been reduced. The result is a more polished version of what was already a highly refined and fun car.
