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72 mo • 10% deposit • 35% balloon • 10.75% APR • incl. fees
Mazda Mazda3
Mazda Mazda3
Model range: R 498 300 – R 629 700
Selected: Mazda3 hatch 1.5 Dynamic manual • Price: R 498 300
Selected: Mazda3 hatch 1.5 Dynamic manual • Price: R 498 300
Model range: R 498 300 – R 629 700
Body type
Hatchbacks
Transmission
Manual
Fuel
Petrol
Drive
Front
Power
88 kW
Torque
153 Nm
Fuel consumption
6.0 L/100km
Monthly fuel cost
R 1 918/month
Body type
Hatchbacks
Transmission
Manual
Fuel
Petrol
Drive
Front
Power
88 kW
Torque
153 Nm
Fuel consumption
6.0 L/100km
Monthly fuel cost
R 1 918/month
Your monthly km driven
km/month
The entry-level option in the range, designed to keep monthly repayments and upfront costs lower.
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4x2 models
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72 mo • 10% deposit • 35% balloon • 10.75% APR
Months
%
cap 35%
%
APR: 10.75%
Monthly: R 6 836
Estimated instalment based on a R 498 300 retail price, 10% deposit, 35% balloon, 72-month term at 10.75% APR. Not a dealer or manufacturer offer.
Balloon due: R 174 405
Insurance Estimator
Estimated monthly premium
R 1 650 – R 2 150
Rough estimate only. Assumes standalone comprehensive cover — multi-policy or loyalty discounts (typically 15–25%) are not reflected. Actual premium depends on your full risk profile, claims history, and insurer.
About the Mazda Mazda3
The Mazda3 is a compact hatchback available in South Africa across Dynamic and Astina specification levels with 1.5-litre and 2.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engines and manual and automatic transmission options, offering one of the most premium cabin experiences in the mainstream compact car segment at a price that undercuts European luxury brands. It competes with the Volkswagen Golf, Honda Civic, and Toyota Corolla, and is distinguished by a KODO design language and interior quality that consistently outperforms expectations for its price point. The Mazda3 suits buyers who want a genuinely premium-feeling compact hatchback with strong driving dynamics and Mazda's long-term reliability reputation.
Who is the Mazda3 best for?
- Buyers who want a premium-feeling compact hatchback with above-average interior quality and driving dynamics at a non-premium price
- Golf or Civic considerers who want a more distinctive design and a higher-quality cabin at a competitive price
- Buyers who want the 2.0 Astina as a fully specified, more powerful compact hatchback at the top of the Mazda3 range
- Mazda2 or CX-30 owners who want a sportier, more driver-focused Mazda in a practical hatchback format
Mazda Mazda3 — frequently asked questions
How much does the Mazda3 cost in South Africa?
The Mazda3 is priced from R498 300 to R629 700 in South Africa, depending on variant (3 variants listed).
What is the monthly instalment on a Mazda3?
Based on a 72-month contract with 10% deposit, 35% balloon and 10.75% APR, repayments on the cheapest Mazda3 (from R498 300) start from about R6 836/month — indicative only, subject to credit approval.
What is the Mazda3's fuel consumption?
The Mazda3 has a claimed fuel consumption of 5.9 to 6.3 L/100km.
What engine options does the Mazda3 come in?
The Mazda3 range includes Petrol options, with engine capacities from 1.5L to 2L, producing up to 121kW.
Is the Mazda3 available with automatic or manual transmission?
The Mazda3 is available with both manual and automatic transmission options.
Finance
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Adjust terms, deposit, and balloon to see how it affects your monthly payment.
72 mo • 10% deposit • 35% balloon • 10.75% APR
Months
%
cap 35%
%
APR: 10.75%
Monthly: R 6 836
Estimated instalment based on a R 498 300 retail price, 10% deposit, 35% balloon, 72-month term at 10.75% APR. Not a dealer or manufacturer offer.
Balloon due: R 174 405
Insurance Estimator
Estimated monthly premium
R 1 650 – R 2 150
Rough estimate only. Assumes standalone comprehensive cover — multi-policy or loyalty discounts (typically 15–25%) are not reflected. Actual premium depends on your full risk profile, claims history, and insurer.
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About the Mazda Mazda3
The Mazda3 is a compact hatchback available in South Africa across Dynamic and Astina specification levels with 1.5-litre and 2.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engines and manual and automatic transmission options, offering one of the most premium cabin experiences in the mainstream compact car segment at a price that undercuts European luxury brands. It competes with the Volkswagen Golf, Honda Civic, and Toyota Corolla, and is distinguished by a KODO design language and interior quality that consistently outperforms expectations for its price point. The Mazda3 suits buyers who want a genuinely premium-feeling compact hatchback with strong driving dynamics and Mazda's long-term reliability reputation.
Who is the Mazda3 best for?
- Buyers who want a premium-feeling compact hatchback with above-average interior quality and driving dynamics at a non-premium price
- Golf or Civic considerers who want a more distinctive design and a higher-quality cabin at a competitive price
- Buyers who want the 2.0 Astina as a fully specified, more powerful compact hatchback at the top of the Mazda3 range
- Mazda2 or CX-30 owners who want a sportier, more driver-focused Mazda in a practical hatchback format
Mazda Mazda3 — frequently asked questions
How much does the Mazda3 cost in South Africa?
The Mazda3 is priced from R498 300 to R629 700 in South Africa, depending on variant (3 variants listed).
What is the monthly instalment on a Mazda3?
Based on a 72-month contract with 10% deposit, 35% balloon and 10.75% APR, repayments on the cheapest Mazda3 (from R498 300) start from about R6 836/month — indicative only, subject to credit approval.
What is the Mazda3's fuel consumption?
The Mazda3 has a claimed fuel consumption of 5.9 to 6.3 L/100km.
What engine options does the Mazda3 come in?
The Mazda3 range includes Petrol options, with engine capacities from 1.5L to 2L, producing up to 121kW.
Is the Mazda3 available with automatic or manual transmission?
The Mazda3 is available with both manual and automatic transmission options.
Similar hatchbacks you may want to consider
Popular alternatives: Opel Corsa, MG MG3, Hyundai i20, Audi A1
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Mazda3 hatch 1.5 Dynamic manual
R 498 300
Monthly
R 6 836
72 mo • 10% deposit • 35% balloon • 10.75% APR • Balloon plan