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What is the best year for a used Mazda3 Hatchback?

I’ve been looking at used cars in my area and found the Mazda 3 hatchback. I’ve got a few options to choose from, so I want to make sure I pick the best model. What is the best year for a used Mazda3 Hatchback?

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Pat Roache · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Reliability and reviews are good things
to look for when buying a used car
. Luckily, you have a few good years to choose from when buying a used
Mazda3 Hatchback
—and a few years you’ll definitely want to avoid! The best year for a used Mazda3 Hatchback is the third-generation 2018 model year.
Truthfully, you can’t go wrong with any third-generation Mazda3 Hatchback from 2014 to 2018. The 2018 Mazda3 Hatchback has a leg up because it added a front collision mitigation system and has the least recalls and complaints out of these model years.
You should avoid any second-generation Mazda3 Hatchbacks from 2010 to 2013. ** The most
common problems with Mazda
** were found in these models—like defective dashboards, clutch failure, and more. You’ll pay a bit more for a third-generation Mazda3 Hatch, but it will be worth it in the long run.
Don’t forget to consider the cost of
car insurance
for your new-to-you Mazda3 Hatchback! Lucky for you, you can
get cheap car insurance for a used car
. You may also want to invest in additional coverage depending on your car’s value. Happy shopping!
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