I'm not a fan of the overall proportions and body lines of either the sedan or hatch Mazda3 (or the Mazda2 Toyota iA), though I do like certain styling aspects of it. Then there is the the issue of Mazda build-quality & overall reliability. The iA (Mazda2 sedan), for example, has an uncomfortable rate of transmission and major mechanical failures in the first 2 years alone, based on what I have read about it. Very disappointing.
I like the overall look/style of the iM, but I'm still not a fan of the 'upside down' headlight design, and the front bumper in general. I'm hoping the 2019 refresh will address those issues, since I will be in the market for my next car about then. I'm also disappointed that the U.S./NA version iM doesn't have the factory fog-lights and LED headlights that the same car has in other markets (like Australia). The optional rear hatch spoiler is also a bit over-the-top looking (to me), while the standard factory one is almost non-existent. I wish they would have went with a factory size one about the size/look of the rear hatch spoiler for the Yaris SE. I would also have to replace the alloys on the current iM, as they are not to my liking from a styling standpoint. I also think that I would be inclined to go for a 16" wheel with 50 series tires instead of the factory 45.
