Hi all - I have a now 9 month old Mazda 3 manual that overall have been pretty happy with except for primarily this issue. I like to drive, and I chose this car because I thought it handled reasonably well while also being economical. However, I'm pretty sure it's the shocks/suspension that bottoms out over those 25mph speedbumps, I don't think I am scraping the bottom of the car. I have the i touring and I'm wondering what recommendations might be to replace these for better performance. The car also feels a bit too floaty soft, so I would definitely be ok with a bit stiffer ride...
Advice? and an estimate as to what this might cost?
Thanks

 

you can go a couple of routes here, these are my suggestions:

1. Find a used set of shocks and struts from a speed 3 (new or old)

2. Go for dealer mazdaspeed suspension kit

3. Look around on a couple of aftermarket companies that sells shocks and struts, i havent heard of anyone having any complaints about with whoever they go with. Try mazda247.com to see some consumer reviews on products