Honda Civic vs Mazda 3 - Best Used Car Review (2006-2021)

The Honda Civic and Mazda 3 are among the most popular used cars on the market because of their practicality, fuel economy, and fun to drive factor all in one package.

In this video, I share my experience owning and driving different variations of the Honda Civic and Mazda3 over the years of 2006 to present day to help with your purchase decision. The ones I've owned are the 8th gen Civic, 9th gen Civic Si, and 2014 Mazda 3.

Timestamps:
0:00 Overview & Considerations
1:46 2006 - 2011 Civic & Mazda3
3:38 2010 - 2013 Civic & Mazda3
5:45 2014 - 2018 Civic & Mazda3
8:18 Performance Models: Si & MazdaSpeed
10:13 2019 - Present
11:27 Final Decision Summary
12:04 Competitors to Consider
14:06 Conclusion

Please share your thoughts in the comments on the Civic and Mazda 3. Consider liking and subscribing for more content like this and let me know if there's a particular video you'd like me to create.
-RideYEG

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[timkudryavtsev]

I think Mazda and Honda have gone different ways. Mazda towards more premium or luxurious class whereas Honda continues to refine their cars in terms of engines. The latest gen Mazda 3 and Honda Civic are miles apart in terms of styling, interior and exterior. In my opinion Mazda looks way better than Honda, interior and exterior wise. Where Hondas always succeeded is their engines. Great video man.

[bugraboztepe]

Currently have a 2010 Mazda 3 hatch at 180k miles, and as a college student, this car is sooo fun to drive. It’s also still in great shape

[mistah_nahamsha]

I have a 2012 Mazda3 and yes, it does have a manual! 116, 788 miles currently and I'm loving it.

[SaneSociety]

Great video, very helpful. And easy listening...nice delivery.

[marcelazavala]

Dude! Absolutely thank you for this, honestly I’m now a new subscriber! Thanks!

[butWhyDad]

Underrated video. Thanks for covering all the generations.

[ProManirule]

Very informative video! I actually just bought a 2018 Mazda 3 GS and couldn't be happier. The drive feels smooth and premium like a German car just without the check engine light.. I have had a B7 Audi A4 and although I love the drive and performance of the 2.0T it has given me so many issues such as coolant leaks, engine oil burning up, transmission fluid leaks! Even when I babyed the car I learned that going for a used Audi is just a bad idea through my personal experience. I didn't want to sacrifice the premium German driving experience by going for a typical everyday car like a Toyota but when I drove the 2018 Mazda 3 I fell in love with it!

[Citizen_of_the_Kingdom]

I’m in the market for one of those two, and then this pops up… hallelujah! May you be blessed abundantly!

[leorivera]

God Continue blessing u amigo...I been looking for a Honda civic 2006-09....this video review help me a lot to decide....Gracias!!.

[flyinbearass]

Thanks for the thorough introduction of the 2 cars

[AlyxWyld]

I have a 2006 Mazda 3 sedan with 175k miles. The car is super fun to drive and its pretty good on gas! Repairs are relatively cheap too compared to other cars I've owned

[mylegendbegins]

i’m in the market for a different car and I’m stuck between Mazda & Honda. This vid definitely helps with the decision making 👌🏾

[colleenlovesbolan]

I just wore out my 2002 Mazda Protege 5. Had it 22 years! I didn't expect it to last this long so I really could have done better in caring for it. The rust won. Had original everything, including the timing belt at 270, 000 and clutch. Just purchased a 2010 Mazda 3 Hatch 6 speed. Loving it, although it doesn't seem to be as much fun to drive as the Protege. Still really impressed with the 2010 though. Btw, I live in Edmonton! Thanks for your review!

[MattClare]

Enjoyed my last gen Acura CSX, but it was the deterioration of the seat the made me trade it in for a 2014 Mazda3 GT (all manual, hard to choose the better transmission for feel). Great takes. Also, been a decade since I’ve been in Edmonton, happy to recognize a few locations.

[PramodGReddy]

Hi, really nice video.. I would request you to a similar comparison for mazda 3 and Honda civic for 2017-2022 models please. Looking forward to that video😄

[adeoludahunsi]

Best opinion piece I watched all day. As a Nigerian looking out for a "early in your career" car that isn't Toyota. I think I'm in love with Mazda 3 2014. Great work 👍

[Mojohead]

This is very useful and the best I’ve stumbled across. I’m looking at either a (2015 - 2017) diesel I-DTEC in the UK which has unbelievably good gas mileage, versus a petrol 2 litre Mazda 3 skyactive which I’m completely torn between. Both seem great but I think I’m edging towards the Mazda for the greater driving experience.

[jessIcan]

I had a 2013 Honda Civic that I LOVED but was flooded in a storm. I was offered a 2012 Mazda 3 and this is exactly the comparison I was hoping for!

[SaneSociety]

Just got a 2012 Mazda 3 Touring/skyactiv with 100k for $4700. It was running rough, but new plugs solved it. Really like it except the suspension is much too stiff. I'm 66 with a torn disc, and need something smoother. Road noise is also high.

[loua.]

Great video comparison with these two excellent Japanese manufacturers. I personally leaning towards purchasing a second hand 2018 Mazda3 Hatchback manual. I have been a Honda loyalist since 1988, owned Civics, Accords, CRVs and Integs in the past and currently but would love to own a Mazda. My mom owned one back in 1984 a Mazda GLC Hatchback and it was an amazing car.