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one of our 131 recommended SUVs
2021 Mazda CX-3
Road Test Results
Overall
Acceleration
Transmission
Braking
Emergency Handling
Fuel Economy
Ride
Noise
Usability
Highs
- Agile handling makes it fun to drive
- Very fuel efficient
- Small footprint makes it easy to park
Lows
- Very snug cabin with tight rear seat and narrow driving position
- It is loud
Best Version to Get
Not much to ponder here, as the Sport is the only trim and the only options are dealer installed.
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