This 2020 Mazda 3 Preferred AWD offers a premium driving experience with an upscale interior, engaging handling, and a host of desirable features typically found in luxury vehicles, making it a compelling value for discerning buyers.
Performance & Engineering
The Mazda 3 Preferred is designed for an enjoyable drive, balancing performance and efficiency without resorting to less engaging transmissions like CVTs.
Engine: Features a robust 2.5-liter Skyactiv-G 4-cylinder engine that delivers a responsive 186 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque.
Transmission: Paired with a smooth and intuitive 6-speed automatic transmission that "knows when to downshift or hold gears" for spirited driving.
Handling: Benefits from Mazda's G-Vectoring Control Plus and a well-tuned chassis, providing excellent steering feel and composed handling that makes it "fun to drive".
Fuel Economy: Achieves a respectable EPA-estimated 26 city / 35 highway MPG in the FWD sedan configuration, balancing power with efficiency.
Premium Interior & Comfort
The cabin is often praised by reviewers for its minimalist, high-end design and quality materials, rivaling entry-level luxury cars.
Seating: Includes an 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat with power lumbar support and 2-position memory settings for personalized comfort.
Luxury Touches: Features heated front seats, leatherette-trimmed sport seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and dual-zone automatic climate control.
Audio: Comes equipped with a premium Bose 12-speaker audio system with metallic speaker grilles, providing excellent sound quality.
Technology & Safety
This trim level is packed with a comprehensive suite of active safety features and modern technology for convenience and peace of mind.
Infotainment: The Mazda Connect system is controlled by a console-mounted rotary knob and features an 8.8-inch central display with seamless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration.
Safety Suite: Standard i-Activsense safety features include Blind-Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go, and Smart Brake Support (automatic emergency braking).
Convenience: Other key features include push-button engine start, proximity keyless entry, a power sliding-glass moonroof, and body-colored power side mirrors with memory positioning.
2020 Mazda Mazda3 Preferred Package
- Used
The overview
- Exterior Color
- Machine Gray
- Interior Color
- Black
- Odometer
- 71,070 miles
- Body/Seating
- Hatchback/5 seats
- Fuel Economy
- 24/32 MPG City/Hwy
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- I-4 cyl
- VIN
- JM1BPBMM3L1167500
- Stock Number
- 3N3625AA
The highlights
- Lane departure
- Automatic temperature control
- Emergency communication system
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front dual zone A/C
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Rain sensing wipers
- Split folding rear seat
- Memory seat
- Heated front seats
- Perimeter/approach lights
The full specifications
- 1-touch down
- 1-touch up
- Adaptive Cruise Control: Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
- Air conditioning
- Automatic temperature control
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Emergency communication system: MAZDA CONNECT
- Front beverage holders
- Front dual zone A/C
- Illuminated entry
- Memory seat
- Overhead console
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power windows
- Proximity key: doors and push button start
- Rear beverage holders
- Rear door bins
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Alloy wheels
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front tires: 215/45VR18.0
- Front wheel independent suspension
- Power steering
- Rear tires: 215/45VR18.0
- Speed-sensing steering
- Wheel size: 18"
- 1st row LCD monitors: 2
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM
- Primary LCD size: 8.8"
- Radio data system
- Satellite radio trial duration with new vehicle purchase (months): 3
- Smart device integration: Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- Speaker type: Bose
- Speakers: 12
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
- Front center armrest
- Front seats: bucket
- Heated front seats
- Max seating capacity: 5
- Power 2-way driver lumbar support
- Power driver seat
- Rear seat center armrest
- Rear seats: bench
- Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
- Seat Upholstery: leatherette
- Split folding rear seat
- Compressor: Not Available
- Cylinder configuration: I-4
- Cylinder deactivation
- Drive type: all-wheel
- Engine liters: 2.5L
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 24mpg
- Fuel economy combined: 27mpg
- Fuel economy fuel type: gasoline
- Fuel economy highway: 32mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 12.7gal.
- Horsepower: 186hp @ 6,000RPM
- Hybrid traction battery type: none
- Manual-shift auto
- Mode select transmission
- Number of valves: 16
- Recommended fuel: Regular Unleaded
- Torque: 186 lb.-ft. @ 4,000RPM
- Transmission: 6 speed automatic
- Variable valve control
- Bumpers: body-color
- Door mirrors: body-color
- Power door mirrors
- Rear cargo: liftgate
- Spoiler
- Tailpipe finisher: chrome
- Turn signal indicator mirrors
- Compression ratio: 13.00 to 1
- Curb weight: 1,476kg (3,255lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 89.0mm x 100.0mm (3.50" x 3.94")
- Engine displacement: 2.5 L
- Engine horsepower: 186hp @ 6,000RPM
- Engine torque: 186 lb.-ft. @ 4,000RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,796mm (70.7")
- Exterior height: 1,440mm (56.7")
- Exterior length: 4,460mm (175.6")
- Front headroom: 965mm (38.0")
- Front hiproom: 1,387mm (54.6")
- Front legroom: 1,074mm (42.3")
- Front shoulder room: 1,415mm (55.7")
- GVWR: 1,915kg (4,222lbs)
- Interior cargo volume: 569 L (20 cu.ft.)
- Interior maximum cargo volume: 1,334 L (47 cu.ft.)
- Passenger volume: 2,625L (92.7 cu.ft.)
- Rear headroom: 945mm (37.2")
- Rear hiproom: 1,293mm (50.9")
- Rear legroom: 892mm (35.1")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,356mm (53.4")
- Turning radius: 5.3m (17.4')
- Wheelbase: 2,725mm (107.3")
- Appearance: digital/analog
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Blind spot: Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning
- Compass
- Delay-off headlights
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front reading lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Lane departure: Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS) active
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Rain sensing wipers
- Rear window defroster
- Rear window wiper
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Forward collision: Smart Brake Support (SBS) mitigation
- Ignition disable
- Knee airbag
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Pedestrian detection: prevention
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Rear collision: Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) warning
- Traction control
Notes from the dealer
Peace of mind
Vehicle history report
- Title information
- Odometer readings
- Accident data (if applicable)
- Service history
- Vehicle usage
- Recall information (if applicable)
- Warranty status
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4.3out of 5 overall- 5.0
A solid choice
by Boluf on Tuesday, April 22, 2025
I chose the Mazda 3 initially for its 6-speed automatic transmission. Most other manufacturers have gone over to offering only CVTs for their commuter cars. The engine offers a comfortable amount of power for the size of the car, and can be both zippy or economical, depending on driving style. The powertrain is tried and true, which bodes well for long-term reliability. The interior has a premium feel, and the design is both minimalist and tactile. Instead of flashy touchscreens, there are nobs and clicky buttons. The infotainment system is controlled by a wheel and buttons, which is great for minimizing distraction. The car is great to drive. The interior feels like it wraps around the driver. Commuting is a joy. - 5.0
LOVE my Mazda 3 Select
by Christopher on Tuesday, October 05, 2021
I just bought a new Mazda 3 Select and LOVE it. I had a 5 Series BMW previously and after 4 years it turned into a cash pit. The Mazda is far ahead of its competitors in luxury, performance, and style. I love zoom zooming around in it and feel very comfortable with my decision to go from high end luxury to fun and sporty. - 5.0
Amazing 1st Car!!!
by Jackson on Sunday, August 29, 2021
This car is unbelievable for the price. I had considered buying a Honda Civic and I’m so glad I didn’t. Classy modern exterior with a luxuriously sculpted shape. Simple modern interior with amazing quality. The s shaped seats offer great lower back support. Two complaints though… The cup holders are directly below the main USB port, meaning large cups are a no go. The other being the engine and performance, it’s just too slow and doesn’t offer enough kick. Yes I understand it’s a 2.5L 180ish hp, but it just could be more exciting to drive. (Forgot to add that the base mazda audio system is not the best, opt for the BOSE, comes with the preferred and up trims.)