Hi Folks,
Looking to purchase at 2011 Mazda 3 with a 5sp manual transmission. Just how likely is it that this clutch will last 100K miles? In all my searches, it appears 2010 was the worse year for clutch problems, but the 2011 was not exempt. Would hate the thought of a $1300 repair shortly after buying this vehicle. I'd appreciate any feedback from current/previous owners of this model. TIA

 

All the 2010, 2011, 2012 Mazda 3's Ive ever seen are all 6speed manual.

The clutches in these seem to be very good & long lasting.

It all comes down to how its been treated by previous drivers.

 

I don't think there is a car with a manual transmission sold by any manufacturer in the last fifteen to twenty years which would only go 100,000 with no clutch issues (excepting cases of abuse). I'd say you're worrying about nothing.