2004 Mazda Mazda3 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
24 -26 City / 29 -34 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
148 -160
Seats
5
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Porsha P
As long as proper maintenance is done, this car will last a long time.
I like the size of the car, it's compact. I like how it gets up and goes. I do wish it had more bells and whistles but it is a 2004 so it was top of the line for that year.
accountCircle Elise E
Great gas mileage and has lots of space for a small sports car.
Best car ever no problems most reliable car I have ever had still gets great gas mileage even being 14 years old has great storage because you can put all the seats down since it is a hatchback. I can fit 3 car seats in which is super convenient I love it.
accountCircle S M
Very realizable car even when purchased used
It's a very reliable car even with its problems it still works great. Currently just need to change the suspension on my car. The seats are quite comfortable just wish it had a way to make the seat higher or lower. When you purchase the car stock it also comes with a way to adjust the cars radio volume, which is very convenient when driving.
accountCircle Sheri C
More fun to drive than you might think.
I love my Mazda 3 hatchback because it is super fun to drive! It hugs the curves in the road and has more get up and go than you might expect. I have never had a hatchback before, but it didn't take long for me to see the advantages. I can get my new bike in the back, no problem. It is also great for everyday activities like grocery shopping as well. The seats are very comfortable and stylish for those long road trips. All in all, I would recommend Mazda to anyone.
accountCircle Angela L
Great gas mileage getting around town car.
The car gets great gas mileage. It's a very dependable car. It also has a comfortable ride to it. I like the radio which has nice speakers and the interior is in excellent shape. Only thing I would say negative about 2004 model is paint oxidation on hood and top of the car.
accountCircle Barbara E
It's name is Zoomie, it's beautiful and a great car!
My Mazda3 is "Winning Blue" and I can always pick it out in parking lots because it's so pretty. I love the responsiveness and quick pickup, especially going on the freeway. I have no complaints, it's a wonderful car.
accountCircle Alexis P
My super cute, super accurate Mazda review.
I love my Mazda!! It is so cute and comfortable! The only problem I have had is the air conditioning shutting off. I have gotten the air conditioning fixed three times and it keeps shutting down. I still love my Mazda though, it just gets really hot. Cutest cat ever!
accountCircle Tammy G
It is a hatchback and everyone calls it a clown car because it's small but the seats let down and I can carry things most people can't.
No problems, very good car, has 248,000 miles and only have had to do regular maintenance on the car,

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Alex M
Very light and quick car which is easy to take care of and parts are abundant
Can rust very easily if you live in the rust belt and may include a lot of suspension and brake problems but engine transmission and fuel performance is great also very economical when it comes to purchasing parts and basic maintenance. The manual transmission is also very well
accountCircle Leah C
Great first car. It's a little beat up but with a through mechanical check up, it can run for 100k more miles. Nothing fancy but definitely will get you where you want to go. The mazda3 is a sturdy little car!
It is fine but it's older and has some mechanical problems that are hard to diagnose. I also moved to a place with a harsher winter and I'm not sure I trust it in the snow and ice as it has never been tested. However it is a sturdy car that has held up to all of the miles I've put on it (about 60k) and it's gotten me from point a to point b. But I would like to get a newer "used" car that is more suited to my new location and lifestyle. My vehicle is very much a great college car not adult, commuter car.
accountCircle Crystal D
Maxine the Mazda gets me around!
I enjoy my car. It is my first car and it is old. I’d like something newer one day but it gets me around.
accountCircle Amanda N
Basic functioning car, no extras.
It was actually purchased by my employer for me to use because I just had an accident. The car functions, but is very basic. The stereo system does not pick up radio stations very well. The seating space is very limited. The gas mileage is not particularly great, either.
accountCircle Olivia M
Good reliable vehicle that gets you where you need to go.
My car has held up really good, no major problems. It is kind of small so if you have kids or pets it is not very good. The power steering had a recall but was taken care of right away. Mazda is really good about taking care of their customers. All in all it is a good reliable vehicle.
accountCircle Mariana U
It's most likely best used for parts
Well both the back and front bumper is very loose. The back door to the right won't open. The seats are a little turned up and stained, the ac doesn't work so well. Windshield wipers need to be replaced. The e brake isn't the best on this car. And the back window is so blurry even cleaning won't help.
accountCircle Duane H
The value is great and the car is durable
It is affordable It is durable It is great on gas
accountCircle Finn N
It's an amazing car that anyone could afford
It has damage on the passenger side of the vehicle on both quarter panels. The vehicle has a built in navigation system along with a sunroof and brand new tires all the way around. It's color is electric blue

Mazda Mazda3 Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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148 HP 30-30 MPG 5 Seats
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160 HP 27-27 MPG 5 Seats
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2004 Mazda Mazda3 Owner Reviews

4.06
52 Reviews
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5 stars 38%
4 stars 29%
3 stars 33%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Keriann R on March 20, 2021
I like that my car is good on gas, I can go a couple weeks without having to fill it again. I don't like how old it is because I don't have an aux jack or Bluetooth. I don't like the interior because it is tan cloth and stains very easily.
Although my car is very old it runs well on gas and drives well.
accountCircle Julz F on February 22, 2021
It is reliable. It is tan. It has windows that roll down manually.
It is reliable. It does not have cruise control. It is very rusty.
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Ranks #7 Small Cars by Owners

The 2004 Mazda Mazda3 has an average owner rating of 4.08 out of 5 which ranks it #7 of 22 other Small Cars.

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Ranks #5 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2004 Mazda Mazda3 has a combined MPG of 35 which ranks it #5 of 22 other Small Cars.

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2004 Honda Civic
48 MPG
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43 MPG
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34 MPG

Is The 2004 Mazda Mazda3 A Good Car?

Yes it is a good vehicle. reliable. sturdy. Good on gas. doesn't need regular maintenance. I would buy another one if I needed to
Ashley L.
Yes is 2004 and This car is Very good vehicle. Mazda 3 with 5 doors nice it's red and wonderful save gas.
Taylor C.
Yes the Mazda is a great vehicle. It is awesome and I love it so much. It is incredibly reliable, very good on gas and super affordable to repair.
Leslie O.
Yes. I owned one for 10 years and because I was a young single female I barely kept up on proper maintenance (oil changes, ECT). I owned a Mazda Protege small 4 door car. It was a stick shift, great... Read More
Gary S.
Yes it is a very excellent, dependable, fast car. I'm not sure what else you're looking for in this answer for it's a simple yes or no question
Julia C.

How Reliable Is The 2004 Mazda Mazda3?

Yes it is reliable. My vehicle has problems but it's from my accident I had last year. Not from the vehicle being unreliable.
Esther G.
This car is very good. I never was problem with my car. Is original and different. I like my car. Actually I have 2 Mazda
Ana N.
It has slight issues with the AC controls and has issues with eating up oil. With the right maintenance, it is incredibly reliable.
Emma G.
Overall really reliable, I had to replace a broken shifter once because it froze in the winter. Easy to fix anything on this type of car.
Elie V.
Yes it is reliable as long as you take care of it and it does not have any problems unless you don't take care of it
Heather V.

Is The 2004 Mazda Mazda3 A Good Value?

I don't know how much it is when purchased new but I bought it used at 5,000 dollars. I would say it is worth the money right now.
Cindy S.
I bought mine used for about 3500. I think that is a great value for a used car. It is a great value considering what a reliable car it is and the appealing appearance.
Zoe P.
I paid $1000.00 for mine, but this was over 12 years ago. I bought it used and with high mileage, still ran great for me for 10 years.
Justin G.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 2004 Mazda 3 have a timing belt or chain?

Answer: For the 2004 Mazda3 both the 2.0 L 4Cylinder and the 2.3 L 4Cylinder engines use a timing chain rather than a timing belt. Since it uses a timing chain it doesn't need to be replaced unless it's stretched or if...

What's the 2004 mazda 3 coolant type?

Answer: The recommended coolant type on the 2004 Mazda3 should consist of ethylene glycol. If You want to know what type of products to use, I can help You with that. Some of the products that You can use are Peak 1...

What's the 2004 mazda 3 2.3 Oil type?

Answer: The 2004 Mazda3 2 3 oil type iS5w-20. Having high quality oil is key for the engine to run smoothly. You will run into issues with the oil at some point. A common problem is an awful burning odor. This needs to...

2004 Mazda Mazda3: What is the size of the trunk and cargo space?

Answer: The 2004 Mazda3 is a fairly large car, with a surprisingly large 11.4Cubic feet of trunk space. It also has a ton of space for passengers and/or cargo, with 94Cubic feet of space inside the car. This makes it...
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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

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Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Not Rated

Roof Strength

Not Rated

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety