Mazda 3 2016 Problems

Before you make an expensive car switch, try changing to a quieter tyre. You don't say which model Mazda3 you have, but some sportier versions have aggressive tread for grip and they can generate quite a lot of noise including drumming from the rear. Otherwise, I've just driven the all-new Honda Civic and it's very quiet and comfy.

The best idea is the latest generation of clear-plastic protective covering. Upscale companies including Ferrari and Porsche routinely apply this to the fronts of their press test cars and, from my experience, it works very well without damaging the car.

Your budget limits your choices, but the Liberty is certainly worth considering. You could also look at a Mazda3 MPS, a Honda Accord Euro, or a Mini Cooper.

We haven't had any similar problems reported to us at CarsGuide, but perhaps our readers might be able to tell if they have experienced the problem. Going back to the dealer to get it fixed is the best course of action and hopefully you will succeed.

I have experienced the problem, both when the system cannot hook to a satellite and when the road mapping is not accurate. If it's just in one small area, it should not be a big problem.

Drive the VW Golf to calibrate yourself with the best car in the class, but go ahead and buy the Hyundai because it's the modern-day Corolla and definitely gets The Tick from me.

The size difference in both width and rolling diameter on a space saver is one reason they are called "temporary" spares and it's why they are not recommended for use on a vehicle's drive wheels. They are intended to be driven for only 80km, which will not affect the car's mechanicals.

So many options. It's great to hear that you have had such a good run out of your Corolla, and that you would happy with another one. The Corolla is certainly a good option. So too is the Mazda 3, which would satisfy all of your needs. Both cars would be good choices. The Mazda CX-3 is a different car in that it is an SUV and gives you the advantages of a high driving position for good visibility and the flexibility of a wagon style body. It too would be good option, and I would suggest that you had a test drive of it to see if does what you want. All three are well built, reliable and I would expect them to give you many years of good service.

A Hyundai i20 for the daughter, because it's cheap and reliable; a Mazda3 for the mother, because its a great secondhand buy and ideal for her needs; and Holden Commodore for the father, because it's a great drive and the V6 is surprisingly economical.