---
title: "The 2018 Mazda CX-3 Starts at $20,110"
description: "Mazda affordable compact crossover is packed with technology."
date: "2017-08-28"
modified: "2017-08-28"
authors:
  - name: "Chris Constantine"
    link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/chris-constantine"
url: "https://www.thedrive.com/article/13887/the-2018-mazda-cx-3-starts-at-20110"
categories:
  - "News"
tags:
  - "2018 Model Year"
  - "crossovers"
  - "CX-3"
  - "luxury"
  - "mazda"
  - "suv/crossover"
---

# The 2018 Mazda CX-3 Starts at $20,110

![](<https://www.thedrive.com/wp-content/uploads/images-by-url-td/content/2017/08/2018-mazda-cx-3.jpg>)
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If you're looking for a new compact SUV for a fair price but can't be bothered with a cheap hatchback like the [Volkswagen Golf](<https://www.thedrive.com/new-cars/9194/volkswagen-updates-all-the-golfs-for-2018>), options will be severely limited; a modestly-optioned [Toyota C-HR](<https://www.thedrive.com/article/11379/toyota-ad-campaign-recruits-fairytales-and-youtube-stars-for-the-c-hr>) will easily run you over $24,000. Thankfully [Mazda](<https://www.thedrive.com/article/12020/mazda-to-introduce-drivers-choice-advertising-campaign>) wants to eliminate this dilemma, finally letting us use the terms "luxury" and "affordable" in the same sentence. The company has been offering technology-rich vehicles for a reasonable price since day one, but now the entry-level [CX-3](<https://www.thedrive.com/new-cars/149/mazda-cx-3-king-of-the-mini-utes>) is getting its turn.

Mazda released the full list of trims and new features for the [2018 Mazda CX-3](<https://insidemazda.mazdausa.com/press-release/2018-mazda-cx-3-added-refinement-features/>) on Monday, which is already out in some dealers and will be available nationwide next month. At $20,110, the starting price might be steeper than the 2017 model (up from $19,960), but the base model comes with a host of new technology. All CX-3s now receive Smart Brake Support (Mazda's emergency braking technology) and [G-Vectoring Control](<https://www.thedrive.com/article/10520/mazda-g-vectoring-system-explained>) for more enjoyable commuting.

The base CX-3 Sport features standard power mirrors/locks/windows, backup camera, and cloth seats, but gets premium technology like Bluetooth, USB ports, and Mazda CONNECT infotainment system with voice commands.

The $22,195 CX-3 Touring is a step up from the Sport, featuring keyless entry, bigger wheels, leatherette seats, blind spot assist, and automatic headlights. It can also be had with the Touring Preferred Equipment package, adding 7 premium Bose speakers, SiriusXM radio, and a power moonroof.

The top-trim CX-3 Grand Touring gets LED headlights, black leather seats, Mazda's navigation system, head-up display, and everything the Touring Preferred Equipment package gets. The GT Premium Package is a good buy, as it comes with power memory seats, adaptive cruise control, traffic sign recognition, and a heated steering wheel.

A fully-loaded CX-3 Grand Touring with i-ACTIV all-wheel drive will run you under $28,000, a great deal for a car packed with so much tech and so many creature comforts.

![message-editor%2F1503946267871-2018\_mazda\_cx-3\_exterior\_3-1.jpg](<https://www.thedrive.com/wp-content/uploads/message-editor/1503946267871-2018_mazda_cx-3_exterior_3-1.jpg>)
*Mazda North America*

![message-editor%2F1503946286508-2018\_mazda\_cx-3\_exterior\_5.jpg](<https://www.thedrive.com/wp-content/uploads/message-editor/1503946286508-2018_mazda_cx-3_exterior_5.jpg>)
*Mazda North America*

![message-editor%2F1503946315241-2018\_mazda\_cx-3\_interior\_6.jpg](<https://www.thedrive.com/wp-content/uploads/message-editor/1503946315241-2018_mazda_cx-3_interior_6.jpg>)
*Mazda North America*

![message-editor%2F1503946326864-2018\_mazda\_cx-3\_interior\_12.jpg](<https://www.thedrive.com/wp-content/uploads/message-editor/1503946326864-2018_mazda_cx-3_interior_12.jpg>)
*Mazda North America*

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