Item: 2018 Mazda 3
Rating: 7
Author: Peter Anderson

Mazda 3 SP25 Astina 2018 review: snapshot

In both sedan and hatch, the Mazda3 looks low, sleek and classy. (Image credit: Peter Anderson)

The 3's third iteration is sleek and fluid, as befits Mazda's successful 'Kodo' design language. (Image credit: Peter Anderson)

The cabin is equally nice to look at - Mazda interiors continue to impress. (Image credit: Peter Anderson)

The only real complaint is that on some models, it's very dark. (Image credit: Peter Anderson)

The hatch can carry a still-reasonable 308 litres of stuff when full, while the boot swallows another 100 litres exactly. (Image credit: Peter Anderson)

Whether rolling on 16 or 18-inch rims, the car has a good road presence. (Image credit: Peter Anderson)

None of the range features a full size spare. (Image credit: Peter Anderson)

SP25 models run the 2.5-litre SkyActiv, with 138kW/250Nm. (Image credit: Peter Anderson)

The Astina tops the whole range with prices starting at $33,490 for the manual and $35,490 for the automatic.

You get 18-inch alloy wheels, six-speaker stereo with DAB, Bluetooth and USB, dual-zone climate control, auto wipers and headlights, adaptive LED headlights, LED daytime running lights, electronic park brake, rear parking sensors, keyless entry and start, leather seats, active cruise control, gear-shift paddles (auto), sat nav, leather steering wheel, heated folding mirrors, sunroof, reversing camera and a space-saver spare.

The 2.5-litre four-cylinder has 138kW and 250Nm, with a choice of six-speed auto or six-speed manual.

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Mazda's 'MZD Connect' looks after the entertainment and sat nav with a 7.0-inch touchscreen and rotary-dial controlled system, but it's still missing Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The safety package includes six airbags, ABS, stability and traction controls, forward and reverse AEB, traffic-sign recognition, forward-obstruciton warning, lane-keep assist, lane-departure warning, driver-attention alert, smart brake support, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross traffic alert.

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Mazda 3 2018: SP25 Astina

Engine Type	Inline 4, 2.5L
Fuel Type	Unleaded Petrol
Fuel Efficiency	6.5L/100km (combined)
Seating	5
Price From	$18,040 - $22,880
Safety Rating

Pricing Guides

$19,889

Based on 382 cars listed for sale in the last 6 months.

LOWEST PRICE

$9,990

HIGHEST PRICE

$26,985

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Range and Specs

Vehicle	Specs	Price*
Maxx	2.0L, Unleaded Petrol, 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC	$14,850 - $19,580
Maxx	2.0L, Unleaded Petrol, 6 SPEED MANUAL	$12,870 - $17,160
Maxx Sport	2.0L, Unleaded Petrol, 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC	$14,630 - $19,250