2023-2024 Mazda 3 What They Are Not Telling You

[emmanuelreid]

Love that you just got straight into it - cut the chatter, cut the noise, you just get straight to what the video says. Keep up the great work

[user_es]

Thank you much. I don’t see the point of having a mercedes, bmw or audi in comparison to Mazda

[rls]

The auto window down made me smile. Never knew it had that feature on my 2023. Tried it and grinned from ear to ear. Super simple but handy feature on those hot hot days

[Chubbydippin]

Love your get to the point, no fluff, informative Rick Moranis esk delivery. Far too many people make segments like these about themselves, how hip, current and up to date their vocabulary of the moment is or about Their dealership instead of about the relay of valuable information. Thanks for this cut to the chase list of tips, features and navigation of these systems.

[alexanderswagin]

Hi all from Australia. Took delivery of a June 2022 build Mazda3 last August. This is the skyactiv x spark compression ignition 2 litre engine, 6 speed auto in top trim only. Not a true hcci engine but with an extremely lean(30 to 1) fuel-air ratio ignited by a rich mixture of fuel injected at the top of the compression stroke. It operates like this up to 4000 rpm providing maximum torque at 3000rpm then switching to normal stochiometric(14 to 1)operation from 4000 rpm to redline with normal revability. Fuel economy is 40 us mpg highway ( as high as 45) with urban economy 36 to 38. Our maintenance schedule is 6000 mile or 12 month schedule with severe conditions at half that. However very comfortable, quiet (48 changes to reduce noise and vibration paths in the body and subframes). Just drove it again on a couple of trips longer local running around, noticed the subtlety of the suspension tuning and rear axle is not jumpy. Nothing has gone wrong, everything works and the quality of the assembly/design is first rate. Blind spot monitoring easily makes up for the c-pillars and the driving position can be adjusted for anyone over 6 foot. Great distance car. Cheers

[KivellOrr]

I drive a 2018 and in the coming years I'll upgrade. I have to say that this video was informative and to the point. Gives me info on updates and quirks to note. Love the format.

[Bonsai-Miata]

Reading the owners manual is quite rewarding

[yehudamiller]

You just saved me from having to replace the wiper arms, i was about to rip them off. Your video save me a few hundred and heart ache. Cheers mate. P.S. Mazda CX-30 2.5 litre Israel.

[JamesOrtonVideo]

After filming we got our first 2024 Mazda 3(manual), Updated changes, USB-C, wireless apple carplay/android auto,

[suq]

Hi, I just traded in my 2017 Mazda 3 GS hatch with luxury package and got a 2024 Mazda 3 GS hatch with luxury package. Thank you very much for your video. It definitely helped when researching what car to get next, and now that I have it, reviewing and learning about some features in the new model.

[kenhoward]

Thanks for covering this useful topic. Having to activate the special, multi-push button for "service mode" to raise the wiper blades, then lower them, and how to resolve the inadvertent nudging of the volume knob "permanently" turning off the info screen are both indications, to me, of an unnecessarily, overly-complex machine (which, I'm sure, is industry-wide, anymore). When a vehicle you live with daily requires returning to the owner's manual for what should be a simple operation, they've gone too far. And yes, I still drive my simple, 22-year-old vehicle, wanting something new, but...

[KelsieODonoghue]

The radio is amazing for those that love EDM!

[blakespower]

that rain sensing option for the wipers is very important going into a car wash. wonder how many people have got their wipers torn off forgetting to disable it or not knowing how to disable it

[MISTERPAKEY]

Great video!..bought a 2023 Mazda 3 hatchback and drove it from New England to Arizona last summer even visited my friend in Chicago..fun car to drive and great for road trips...I will do it again this year heading Washington State!...👍

[knowbound]

I actually really like the safety measures for the interior lighting and the heated seats. I've seen too many people who forget to turn off their heated seats 😑. And very nice vehicle otherwise.

[alexanderswagin]

Hi James, another quick observation on the Mazda 6 speed auto. Many times I have found myself shifting down on the paddle and find the the transmission was already in the lower gear so I leave it alone until I need engine braking or quick acceleration without having to wait for kickdown. Tuned to respond quickly and very much the best of torque converter autos and smoother than any dual clutch system. Despite the rear suspension being non independent, much more durable and easier to maintain without the myriad of bushings in other systems. Great video channel, to the point. Take care.

[Huskasin]

The one thing they definitely don't tell me is how handsome and fun this car is. I wish more people would tell me this known fact 😏

[MarcDoughty]

I'd love if they brought back the rear suspension from the Focus. It did need some extra upkeep, but it dramatically improved handling. Considering the car's audience (people who live to drive and don't want to drown in tech), I think it would be a good move.

Either that, or a new compact four-seater that's a bit 'zoomy', sort of like if a Volvo C30 and a Mazda2 had a baby.

[castorkat]

Just bought 2024 Carbon Edition Turbo WOW what a machine

[bill]

Thanks for sharing! I did not know about putting the wipers in service mode. I did not know about the difference in fuel tank sizes between the turbo and the non-turbo…😊