mazda cx-3 maxx sport 2023 review

The 2023 Mazda CX‑3 Maxx Sport is the small SUV that still thinks it’s a hot hatch—right up until you try to fit a week’s shopping in the boot.

Under the bonnet sits a 2.0‑litre petrol (about 110 kW/195 Nm) that’s zippy around town, sips roughly 6.3–6.7 L/100 km, and pairs to a smooth auto; the ride’s on the firmer side but it steers with real verve.

Cabin kit includes Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, a solid safety suite (AEB, BSM, RCTA), and materials that feel pricier than the badge suggests—rear room remains snug for adults.

Expect new pricing around AUD $28k–$32k drive‑away, with 2023 used examples typically in the $23k–$28k bracket depending on kilometres and condition.

Short story: charming to drive, tight to pack, and still one of the more polished urban runabouts.