My wife is actually on her
My wife is actually on her 2nd Mazda 3 2.5L and loves it. I get to steal it every once in a while and it is wicked fast compared to my Ford Ranger. I tried talking her into the Speed both times we were at the dealership but all she saw was the extra $3000 price.
I just helped my mom buy a new CX-5. I would be at the dealership today buying a Mazdaspeed CX-5 if they offered it. My Ranger is getting old, and I'm holding out for the new Colorado/Canyon or a Jeep GC.