The MAZDA 3 (2004-09) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 105 TS AUTO4 is a compact, five-door family hatchback: a sensible middle ground between a small city car and a larger estate. It suits everyday shopping, commuting and family duties, with useful rear doors and a boot for luggage. In mycarcheck.com usage, this model attracted 981 look-ups across 554 distinct VINs, offering a substantial snapshot of cars buyers have checked. The average recorded private-sale valuation was £1,200, with average mileage of 92,000 and around 3.6 previous keepers. These figures describe checked examples, not a guaranteed price or condition. The 1.6 petrol engine and automatic gearbox suit stop-start traffic, while its driver-focused feel gives it extra character over many family hatchbacks of its time. It competes with cars such as the Ford Focus, Vauxhall Astra and Volkswagen Golf, and is a practical used choice for commuters, couples or families wanting an easy-to-live-with alternative.