Hey all!
Looking into options for my gf with the Mazda 3 GS. Was debating between the FWD or AWD option ($4000 CAD difference between the two but AWD comes with luxury package). She lives out in Montreal Quebec where winters can get a little rough sometimes. Would just FWD with a good set of winter tires suffice with the Mazda3? Or should she try to save up more for the AWD option? Trying to look into the most budget friendly option but also suitable for the area she lives in.
Note: she also commutes 45mins to a smaller city for work if we are taking in gas mileage into consideration as well
If you are looking at new, I would recommend looking at certified pre owned and get AWD. I live in New England so similar weather and my wife had an AWD 3 for a bit. The AWD system for Mazda is outstanding in the snow and worth it.