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2025 Mazda 3 G25 Evolve SP review
Beyond equipment upgrades and price rises, the Mazda 3 remains a refined and rewarding small car with a couple of unresolved flaws.
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Josh Nevett
Mazda Mazda 3 vs Mini Aceman Comparison
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CarExpert Rating
CarExpert Rating
Good
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Very Good
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Based on the Mazda Mazda 3 G25 EVOLVE SP VISION
Based on the Mini Aceman SE
Best suitable for...
City driving
Driving the familyFuel Efficiency
51L
296 to 337 km
NA
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$31,190 - $43,905
$55,990 - $65,990
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CarExpert's Take
Josh Nevett
Deputy Marketplace Editor
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Engaging to drive
- Loaded with safety kit
- Premium cabin feel
Misses
- Thirsty in traffic
- Tight rear seats, boot
- Expensive servicing
Jack Quick
Contributor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Loaded with standard equipment
- Fun, nimble driving dynamics
- Lots of fun configurations to be had
Misses
- Big wheels makes the ride rough
- Smartphone mirroring looks weird on round display
- Limited range in Aceman E
Colours Available
The Mazda 3 is available in the following finishes:
- Platinum Quartz Metallic
- Sonic Silver Metallic
- Deep Crystal Blue Mica
- Jet Black Mica
- Snowflake White Pearl Mica
The following finishes cost an additional $495:
- Polymetal Grey Metallic
- Soul Red Crystal Metallic
- Machine Grey Metallic
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Specs
| Type | ||
| PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | - | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1998 - 2488 | - | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.5L, 2.0L | - | |
| Cylinders | ||
| 4 | - | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | - | |
| Power | ||
| 114kW - 139kW | 135kW - 190kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 6000 | - | |
| Torque | ||
| 200Nm - 252Nm | 290Nm - 350Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4000 | - | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
