2018 Mazda CX-3
The 2018 Mazda CX-3 2.0 DYNAMIC A/T offers a stylish and reliable SUV, perfect for South African drivers seeking a used vehicle with premium appeal. This well-maintained model combines performance and affordability, making it an ideal choice for city commuting and weekend adventures alike.
Powered by a responsive 2.0L SKYACTIV-G petrol engine with 150 horsepower, the CX-3 features an automatic SKYACTIV-Drive transmission and 4x4 capability. With a fuel consumption of just 6.7 L/100km, it ensures economical driving. The vehicle comfortably seats five and offers five doors, making it practical for families and daily errands.
Located in Pretoria Central, Gauteng, this Mazda CX-3 is available for immediate test drives. Buyers can explore competitive prices and finance deals, making it easier to buy the best value SUV in South Africa. Contact the dealer today to secure this affordable, high-quality used Mazda CX-3 for sale.
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Mazda CX-3
Mazda’s CX-3 has always been a bit of a misfit in the local line-up—fitting somewhere between the Polo Vibe and a proper mid-size like the CX-5, but with a style-first attitude you won’t get from most B-segment crossovers. Think of it as the answer for city dwellers who want something a little sharper than a T-Cross or Captur, but aren’t ready to commit to a full-on family SUV. Every CX-3 runs a 2.0-litre petrol, with gearbox options shifting depending on model year—manual, auto, or CVT. There are only 18 active listings nationwide (17 used, one lonely new), so you’re not exactly spoiled for choice. Prices run from R189,000 up to R459,400, but the action is really in the R230k–R280k band, where you’ll find most mid-spec autos with sensible mileage. If you want the smart buy, the 2.0 Dynamic A/T is where most of the market sits, and you’ll see four of those between R229,500 and R269,950. Newer Dynamic Edition Auto FWDs are stretching into frankly ambitious territory—R340k to R459k is a lot for a used CX-3, no matter what spin the dealer puts on it. The average car on offer is a 2016–2026 build with just over 100,000 km, so you’ve got to be picky. Why bother with a CX-3 over the obvious VW or Renault? Because the Mazda actually feels special inside: the trim doesn’t go brittle after three years, the seats don’t flatten, and you still get steering weight that isn’t just for show. On paper at least, it’s what the CX-3 should have been from the start—something for buyers who care about how a car feels, not just what it says on a spec sheet.
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Mazda’s always played a different hand in South Africa. You don’t buy one because you can’t afford a Golf or a Corolla, and you’re not chasing a German badge either. It’s what the Mazda should have been from the start: a step above the everyday, without the Euro tax. If you scan the 88 models listed, from a budget-friendly R98,500 up to a slightly eyebrow-raising R1,049,200, you’ll see the sweet spot sits right where it matters for real buyers — between R135k and R470k. That’s the territory where families weigh up boot space versus monthly repayments, not badge envy. Seventy of those cars are used, which says more about Mazda’s reputation for holding value than it does about showroom shortages. Hyundai and Kia are breathing down Mazda’s neck in every segment, while Honda circles the hatch and SUV territory, but Mazda’s carved out a loyal corner. The CX-5 is the backbone here, with 27 options starting at R169,900 and topping out at R664,800. It’s the SUV that finally made Mazda a serious contender for folks who’d never have considered the badge before. The Mazda 2 hatch is the sensible gateway — 20 listings, kicking off at R134,900. Need something perched higher? The CX-3 sits between R189,000 and R459,400, doing the urban crossover thing. The BT-50 bakkie? Ten listings, but it’s a niche call against the Ranger and Hilux — you’d have to want to be different. SUVs dominate Mazda’s range, hatchbacks come next, and most engines are petrol, which tracks with what buyers actually want. Where Mazda really edges out Hyundai and Kia is in the cabin: tactile buttons, solid-feeling plastics, and seat comfort that puts rivals on notice. On paper at least, that’s what keeps Mazda buyers coming back.
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2018 Mazda CX-3
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