2024 Mazda Mazda3 Changes
The 2024 Mazda Mazda3 gains a new Carbon Turbo trim that combines unique styling touches with the line's turbocharged engine. Blind-spot monitoring and a rear seat reminder are now standard on all models. The upper trims receive a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen. The current Mazda3 debuted in 2019 and has been updated regularly since.
Choosing Your 2024 Mazda Mazda3
The 2023 Mazda3 sedan is offered in six trim levels: 2.5 S, 2.5 S Select Sport, 2.5 S Preferred, 2.5 S Carbon Edition, 2.5 Carbon Turbo, and 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus. The sedan's price starts at $25,335 including destination and climbs to $36,515 for the Turbo Premium Plus.
The Mazda3 hatchback comes in the same trims, except the base 2.5 S isn't available. The hatchback adds a 2.5 S Premium trim in the middle of the lineup. The Mazda3 hatchback ranges from $26,855 to $37,815, about $1,000 more than the sedan comparably equipped.
2024 Mazda Mazda3 Engine Options
The Mazda3's standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine is joined by front-wheel drive and a six-speed automatic transmission on most trims. The 2.5 S Carbon Edition only comes with all-wheel drive, and the 2.5 S Premium carries a six-speed manual transmission. The available 2.5-liter turbo comes exclusively with AWD and the six-speed automatic.
Engine Type | Horsepower | Torque |
2.5L 4-Cylinder | 191 hp | 186 lb-ft |
2.5L Turbo 4-Cylinder | 250 hp | 320 lb-ft |
2024 Mazda Mazda3 Fuel Economy
With the standard engine and front-wheel drive, the Mazda3 is EPA-rated at 27 miles per gallon city, 35 mpg highway, and 30 combined. With AWD, estimates ease to 26/33/29 (city/highway/combined).
All turbocharged models, which come standard with AWD, are rated at 23/31/26.
2024 Mazda Mazda3 Dimensions & Cargo Capacity
The Mazda3 is a compact car with seating for five. The sedan's trunk can hold 13.2 cubic feet, which is typical for a car this size. The more versatile hatchback offers 20.1 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and 47.1 cubic feet with it folded.
On the outside, both body styles are 71 inches wide and 57 inches high. The sedan is longer at 184 inches versus 176 for the hatchback.
2024 Mazda Mazda3 Safety
Every Mazda3 comes with a full complement of driver assistance features, including adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, and automatic emergency braking.
The 2.5 S Premium and 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus feature a head-up display. The 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus also gets traffic jam assist, parking sensors, reverse automatic braking, and surround-view cameras.
2024 Mazda Mazda3 Technology
The standard infotainment system for the Mazda3 includes an 8.8-inch touchscreen, six speakers, two USB ports, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. Wireless charging and smartphone mirroring are standard starting with 2.5 S Carbon Edition. The S Premium adds a 12-speaker Bose Sound system and navigation. The new 10.25-inch touchscreen is exclusive to the 2.5 Carbon Turbo and 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus.
2024 Mazda Mazda3 Trims & Prices
2023 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 S (sedan only) — MSRP From $25,335
Build & Price >The 2.5 S starts off the line with push-button start, full LED exterior lighting, an electronic parking brake, cloth upholstery, and a rear seat occupant reminder. The 2.5 S rolls on 16-inch alloy wheels.
2023 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 S Select Sport — MSRP From $25,855
Build & Price >The S Select Sport adds proximity keyless access, dual-zone automatic climate control, automatic wipers, heated side mirrors, and 18-inch aluminum wheels. The interior receives leatherette upholstery and leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob.
2023 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 S Preferred — MSRP From $27,355
Build & Price >The S Preferred comes with a sunroof, heated front seats, and eight-way power driver seat with memory. The wheels get a special finish, and the side mirrors gain turn signal indicators.
2023 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 S Carbon Edition — MSRP From $30,225
Build & Price >The first trim with AWD, the S Carbon Edition wears Polymetal Gray exterior paint and red leather seats inside. Black wheels and side mirrors complete the look.
2023 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 S Premium (hatchback only) — MSRP From $31,515
Build & Price >The S Premium reverts to front-wheel drive and is the only trim equipped with the six-manual transmission. Interiors are clad in black or red leather, and the exterior gets LED signature lighting. The Bose system, navigation, and head-up display are also standard.
2023 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 Carbon Turbo — MSRP From $32,915
Build & Price >The turbocharged engine and AWD are standard on the Carbon Turbo. The exterior wears Zircon Sand Metallic paint, gloss black side mirrors, and metallic black wheels. Seats are covered in terracotta leatherette with red stitching. The 10.25-inch touchscreen is also standard. Other equipment is similar to the S Preferred.
2023 Mazda Mazda3 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus — MSRP From $36,615
Build & Price >The Turbo Premium Plus combines the turbo engine with all available comfort and safety upgrades, including leather seats, head-up display, surround-view cameras, and the Bose system. The body receives gloss black aerodynamic enhancements.
The 2024 Mazda Mazda3 in Preferred trim is our pick for the best value of the line. The Turbo models are tempting, but we find the Mazda3's base engine to be spirited enough for a car this size.