2013 Mazda Mazda3 Mazda Mazda3 2013

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2013 Mazda Mazda3 repairs by problem area

Engine (16%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (12%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)

Other (14%)

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2013 Mazda Mazda3 transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (60%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD

24400 mi Replaced a front drive axle 

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2013 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan

155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

71000 mi

US $250
Needed transmission fluid 
85000 mi

US $2400
Car had a whine noise that increased with road speed (not engine rpm) which our mechanic traced back to the transmission. Transmission shop quoted a full rebuild at a little over $2300. There is a known issue from Mazda for this, and most people received replacement transmissions while still under powertrain warranty. 

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2013 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan

148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

the 5-speed automatic transmission occasionally shifted in a hard, abrupt manner. Made a noticeable noise each time it shifted hard. 

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2013 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch

155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

14500 mi Car was having difficulty with shifting. Faulty part was effecting timing 
42000 mi YourMechanic repaired my car in the driveway in a little over an hour. He replaced the Left Front Axle shaft, CV Joint and torn boot. 

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2013 Mazda Mazda3 Transmission Problems

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