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2018 Mazda CX-3
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2018 Mazda CX-3

Mazda's entry in the mini-utility segment brings agile handling, a solid and substantial feel, and good fuel economy. The ride is firm but does a good job absorbing impacts, although noise levels can be high. The CX-3 is available with front- or all-wheel drive, and the sole powertrain is a 146-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder and a six-speed automatic. It's a smooth, willing mill but isn't overly powerful. The infotainment system includes a 7-inch center display screen and a rotary knob to control phone and audio functions, but it takes time to get familiar with its operation. Room in the front seats is narrow, the rear seat is very tight, and cargo space is modest. Blind spot monitoring, cross-traffic alert, forward collision warning, and automatic emergency braking are available. 2021 is the final year for the CX-3

Market value
$11,475
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2018
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability 4/5
Data updated June 4, 2026

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
4-door SUV
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Automatic, 6-speed
Category
Subcompact SUVs
Generation began
2016

Pricing

Current retail median
$11,475
Retail value range
$9,825 - $12,525
Original MSRP range
$20,110 - $26,415
Trade-in range
$6,800 - $9,430

Ratings

Road test score
64/100
Reliability
4/5

Fuel economy

EPA city
27 MPG
EPA highway
32 MPG
EPA combined
29 MPG
Tested city
20 MPG
Tested highway
36 MPG
Tested overall
28 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$1,395
Cruising range
330 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
3.5 sec
0-60 mph
9.6 sec
60-0 mph braking
135 ft
Avoidance speed
53.5 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
168 in
Width
70 in
Height
61 in
Wheelbase
101 in
Weight
2,945 lb
Maximum load
850 lb
Towing capacity
0 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
4 in
Front leg room
41.5 in
Rear head room
3 in
Rear leg room
25.5 in
Cargo volume
18 cu ft
Luggage
1+1+0

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
3/10
Greenhouse gas score
6/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About Mazda

<p>Over time, Mazdas are known to be affordable, fun to drive, and good-looking inside and out. Many of its small crossovers, SUVs, and sedans have earned Consumer Reports' recommendations and above-average reliability ratings. However, its new midsized SUVs have not lived up to the brand’s reliability reputation. Used Mazdas are usually a good option for an inexpensive pre-owned car. Most Mazdas achieve solid, but not exceptional fuel economy. Though sports cars are less popular now than decades prior, Mazda still sells the MX-5 Miata, one of the best of the few remaining enthusiast cars.</p><p><br/></p>

Vehicle ID: 11906 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: June 4, 2026

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