Mazda Mazda3 by year

Every Mazda Mazda3 model year we track (2018–2024), side by side: what it costs to own, how it scores, and how many recalls and owner complaints it has. Our pick: the 2018.

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YearMonthly cost5-year costScoreRecallsComplaints
2024$612/mo$36,72078/100312Cost guideRecalls
2023$612/mo$36,72081/100012Cost guideRecalls
2022$612/mo$36,72078/100024Cost guideRecalls
2021$612/mo$36,72078/100154Cost guideRecalls
2020$512/mo$30,72078/100232Cost guideRecalls
2019Avoid
2.6x more recalls than nearby model years
$512/mo$30,72082/100674Cost guideRecalls
2018Best yearAvoid
2.1x more owner complaints than nearby model years
$498/mo$29,88082/1004110Cost guideRecalls

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