10 Vehicles That Enjoyed More Success in Canada Than in the U.S.
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July 1, 2023
Mazda CX-3
The CX-3 is an all-new compact CUV that bows for 2016. All versions share a responsive 146-horsepower 2-litre SKYACTIV 4-cylinder engine, teamed up with a standard 6-speed automatic transmission (no manual is offered). The GX and GS trims come with front-wheel drive on 16” wheels, while all-wheel drive is optional. In top-trim GT guise, four-wheel traction to larger 18” wheels comes standard, as well as luxury touches like leather seats, Bose audio and satellite navigation.
These Vehicles Are Not Coming Back in Canada for 2023
Galleries
December 29, 2022
Mazda's Crystal Red Paint Under Fire
Pre-owned vehicles
Mazda has been trying to address its rust problems for over a decade, but the automaker's reputation in this regard has suffered a great deal and many buyers are reluctant to buy Mazda vehicles because of that. If you're concerned about a used Mazda's body health, rest assured that you …February 3, 2022
Top 10 Most Affordable SUVs and Crossovers in 2022
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January 31, 2022
Top 10 Vehicles With Trouble-prone A/C Systems
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July 2, 2021
Every New Car You Can Buy With a Manual Transmission
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April 12, 2021
2021 Mazda CX-3: Downgraded to the Minor Leagues
Test Drives
The Mazda CX-3 is arguably the least liked Mazda vehicle right now. In fact, it’s one of the top 10 models people enjoy the least according to the latest Consumer Reports survey. Also, consider the addition of the brand new CX-30 , which is more attractive and better across the …March 30, 2021
Top 10 Least Liked Vehicles According to Consumer Reports
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February 10, 2021
Top 10 Most Affordable SUVs and Crossovers in 2021
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February 4, 2021
SUVs You Can Still Buy With a Manual Gearbox in 2020
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July 29, 2020
Top 10 Most Affordable New SUVs in 2020
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February 13, 2020
2019 Mazda CX-3 GT: Staying in Shape
Test Drives
As more and more small crossovers are hitting the market, consumers are trading in their cars for these urban runabouts. The Mazda CX-3 was introduced for the 2016 model year and was quickly adopted for its athletic styling, fun-to-drive character and reasonable price. In order to compete with popular rivals …August 6, 2019
112,000 Mazda3, CX-3 Vehicles Recalled in Canada, Backup Camera Again to Blame
Recalls
Another week goes by and another automaker is announcing a recall due to some issues with the rear-view camera in its vehicles. This time it’s Mazda . More specifically, the 2014-2018 Mazda3 sedan and hatchback (covering the entire third generation) and 2016-2021 CX-3 crossover are affected, representing just over 112,000 …July 19, 2023
The Car Guide's Best Buys for 2022: Nissan Kicks
News
Every year, The Car Guide unveils a list of Best Buys covering all the different vehicle categories in the industry. Urban crossovers are small utility vehicles that aren’t really SUVs. Many of them don’t even offer the option of all-wheel drive. And yet we see a lot of them on …February 7, 2022
2022 Mazda CX-5 Gets Fresh Look, Standard AWD
News
Mazda has announced that its popular CX-5 compact SUV will now come standard with i-Activ all-wheel drive in Canada. The change is effective with the 2022 model year. In the U.S., the Mazda CX-3 , CX-30 and CX-9 will also get AWD as standard. Remember, Mazda wants to position itself …September 14, 2021
The Car Guide's Best Buys for 2021: Kia Soul
News
Every year, The Car Guide unveils a list of Best Buys covering all the different vehicle categories in the industry. Seeing how popular utility vehicles are, we’ve decided to create a new category: Urban crossovers. These vehicles are a tad smaller than sub-compact SUVs and most are not available with …December 23, 2020
Mazda CX-3 Sticks Around for 2021 With Some Updates
News
While many feared its elimination following the arrival of the CX-30 , the little Mazda CX-3 soldiers on. Back for the 2021 model year, it will arrive at Canadian dealers in October. Don’t expect big changes, though. First, the AWD option has been dropped from the base GX model. Instead, …August 11, 2020
Refreshed 2019 Mazda CX-3 Now on Sale; Pricing Announced
News
In order to keep up with ever-growing and more modern competition, the popular Mazda CX-3 gets a number of improvements for the 2019 model year, as initially revealed during its launch at the New York International Auto Show in late March. It goes on sale this month across Canada and …May 22, 2018
2019 Mazda CX-3 on Display in New York
New York
NEW YORK CITY – Mazda’s subcompact SUV has been a popular choice in Canada since it hit the market for the 2016 model year. However, in its segment, it currently ranks fourth in sales for the 2018 calendar year, behind the Nissan Qashqai , the Honda HR-V and the Subaru …March 28, 2018
A Manual Transmission for the 2018 Mazda CX-3
News
When the Mazda CX-3 subcompact SUV was launched in 2016, we were immediately seduced by its dynamic drive and its design. However, we lamented the absence of the manual gearbox, even though the vast majority of buyers would still choose the automatic transmission. It’s just that Mazda is a brand …August 29, 2017
AJAC’s Canadian Green Car of the Year Awards Announced in Vancouver
News
While the New York Auto Show is grabbing much of the automotive press’ attention this week, the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada just unveiled the winners of their annual Canadian Green Car of the Year Awards at the Vancouver Auto Show. This year, the Chevrolet Volt grabs the title of …March 23, 2016
2016 World Car of the Year: Top Three Finalists Announced in Geneva
Geneva
GENEVA, Switzerland – On the first of two media days at the Geneva International Motor Show, the World Car Awards announced the three finalists in each of their usual five judging categories. A panel made up of 73 automotive journalists from around the world, including yours truly, have submitted their …March 2, 2016
Honda Civic and Mazda CX-3 Win AJAC Canadian Car of the Year Awards
Toronto
The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada announced the winners of their 2016 Canadian Car of the Year Awards program. The 2016 Honda Civic has been named the Canadian Car of the Year with a score of 798.9 points out of 1000 (or 80%), beating out finalists Volkswagen Golf R (78.5%) …February 11, 2016
2016 World Car Of The Year Finalists Announced
News
Every year, the World Car of the Year Awards program recognizes the best new vehicles on the planet automakers have to offer. A panel composed of 73 automotive journalists from around the world – two from Canada, including yours truly – submitted their votes electronically last week. The finalists in …January 28, 2016
Mazda CX-3: 2018 Best Buy in its class by the Car Guide
Video Reviews
The Mazda CX- 3 is a compact SUV, and belongs in the most in-demand segment of the auto industry right now. It stands out from the competition with great driving dynamics, versatility and all-wheel drive. The CX-3’s cabin was designed to look like the cockpit of a sports car. The …
2017 Mazda CX 3 in 10 points we like or not
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Video presentation of the 2017 Mazda CX-3 in 10 points we like or not …
Review: 2016 Mazda CX-3
Video Reviews
With automakers everywhere taking part in the feeding frenzy that is the compact crossover segment, it was only a matter a time before Mazda jumped in. Brad Diamond was in Arizona for the launch of the all-new Mazda CX-3, a vehicle that is no baby CX-5, but rather stands on …
Motoring TV 2016 Affordable Crossover of the Year
Motoring TV
Like sedans before it, crossovers are exploding in popularity around the world. With so many new entrants on the market for 2016, and so many sub-segments to deal with, Motoring TV's 2016 Car of the Year show features not one, not two, but three crossover segments. This time we take …
Test Drive: 2016 Mazda CX-3
Video Reviews
"One of the hottest segments in Canada at the moment," says Graeme Fletcher, "is the compact crossover." Mazda's entry is the 2016 CX-3 , "an attractive ride that brings flexibility in an urban-friendly package." Graeme hit the skid pad at Woodbine Racetrack to find out more about the all-new CX-3. 
2016 Mazda CX-3
Clips
Footage of the new 2016 Mazda CX-3 launch. 
2016 Mazda CX-3 presentation
Los Angeles
Presentation of the 2016 Mazda CX-3 at the Los Angeles autoshow …
