2020 Mazda CX-3 for sale
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 7.7 to 8.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
- For sale by us
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- Combined
- 7.7 to 8.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1

For sale
Rent a 2020 Mazda CX-3 for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
2020 Mazda CX-3 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 8.2 L/100 km | 8.6 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.0 L/100 km | 7.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 7.7 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 180 g/km | 188 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $11.94 | $12.56 |
2020 Mazda CX-3: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 29 | 27 |
| MPG highway (US) | 34 | 32 |
| MPG combined (US) | 31 | 29 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 37 | 35 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,150 | US$2,300 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,388 | $2,512 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2020 Mazda CX-3
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, most often about air bags (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V487000 | 2023-07-14 | back over prevention: sensing system: camera | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mazda3 and 2016-2021 CX-3 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display properly by showing a flickering or distorted image. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2020 Mazda CX-3 for buyers
CarmaCars rents cars; this page helps you judge the 2020 Mazda CX-3 before you buy one elsewhere. Thinking about the 2020 Mazda CX-3? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.
What to check on the CX-3
NHTSA has 1 owner complaints on file, mostly about air bags. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done.
Engine and fuel
Its powertrain is the 2.0L 4-cylinder with front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
It is rated at 7.7 L/100 km combined; 300 km takes about 23 litres. For 1,000 km, budget about $119.40 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,150 a year for 15,000 miles.
Practical details
Its car body is low and settled, with a separate trunk. The trunk holds 453 litres by the EPA's count: a family's bags for a long weekend.
A good match for
It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month. It suits commuters, couples and business trips.
A longer test drive
Rent the CX-3 for a week and see how it fits your life. Try the CX-3 on your commute, then decide. If the CX-3 is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge.
What it costs to run
A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Which one to look for
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
Ready to ask?
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2020 Mazda CX-3 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2020 Mazda CX-3 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2020 Mazda CX-3
Does CarmaCars sell the 2020 Mazda CX-3?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2020 Mazda CX-3 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2020 Mazda CX-3 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2020 Mazda CX-3 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,150 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2388.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.