Mazda
2024 Mazda3
The most premium-feeling compact car you can buy under $30k
The 2024 Mazda3 is the definitive proof that you don't need to spend $45k to get a genuinely upscale driving experience. With a 2.5L naturally-aspirated engine, standard AWD on Premium trims, Bose audio, and interior materials that rival Audi at a fraction of the price, it's the compact car for people with taste.
One of the safest cars on sale — IIHS Top Safety Pick+.
Horsepower
191 hp
Handles daily driving comfortably — no complaints on the highway
Torque
186 lb-ft
Good for daily driving; handles light hills without strain
0–60 mph
7s
Brisk acceleration — feels confident merging onto highways
Top Speed
130 mph
High top speed — typical of performance-oriented trims
MPG City
24
In stop-and-go urban driving
MPG Hwy
32
At steady highway speeds
Monthly Payment Estimator
Est. monthly payment
$406/mo
Based on 60-month loan at 7.0% APR
Available Colors
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