Honda Civic vs Mazda CX-3
Overview | |
MSRP$20,000 | MSRP$20,390 |
Listings885 | Listings43 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryMinor design tweaks, more standard safety and convenience features, and more manual transmissions arrive as the standout changes for the Civic's 2020 model year. Last redesigned for the 2016 model year, the Civic keeps outperforming its small-car peers by offering the performance and quality of more expensive cars, while retaining the value and longevity expected of a Honda. Plus, I had a really fun week with the turbocharged Civic Si. | |
Reviews SummaryTiny and impractical, comfortably seating just two people, in need of more power, yet plenty of fun to drive, the 2019 Mazda CX-3 is the Miata of SUVs. It competes against other inexpensive entry-level crossovers ranging from the Buick Encore to the Toyota C-HR, swapping outright utility for stylish good looks and rousing dynamics. You don’t buy a Mazda CX-3 for off-roading capability or spending sprees at the local IKEA. You buy it because it looks terrific and is a joy to pilot, putting a smile on your face whether you’re commuting, running errands, or heading out for a drive just because. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 158 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 148 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower148 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 158 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 148 hp I4 |
Torque138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm | Torque146 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower148 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.1 cu ft | Cargo Space12.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight2762 lbs | Curb Weight2809 lbs |
Height55.7 in | Height60.7 in |
Length182.7 in | Length168.3 in |
Width70.8 in | Width69.6 in |
Wheelbase106.3 in | Wheelbase101.2 in |
Maximum Payload1007 lbs | Maximum Payload1031 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $20,000 | $20,390 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Minor design tweaks, more standard safety and convenience features, and more manual transmissions arrive as the standout changes for the Civic's 2020 model year. Last redesigned for the 2016 model year, the Civic keeps outperforming its small-car peers by offering the performance and quality of more expensive cars, while retaining the value and longevity expected of a Honda. Plus, I had a really fun week with the turbocharged Civic Si. | Tiny and impractical, comfortably seating just two people, in need of more power, yet plenty of fun to drive, the 2019 Mazda CX-3 is the Miata of SUVs. It competes against other inexpensive entry-level crossovers ranging from the Buick Encore to the Toyota C-HR, swapping outright utility for stylish good looks and rousing dynamics. You don’t buy a Mazda CX-3 for off-roading capability or spending sprees at the local IKEA. You buy it because it looks terrific and is a joy to pilot, putting a smile on your face whether you’re commuting, running errands, or heading out for a drive just because. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 158 hp I4 | 2.0L 148 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm | 148 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 158 hp I4 | 2.0L 148 hp I4 |
Torque | 138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm | 146 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
Horsepower | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm | 148 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.1 cu ft | 12.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2762 lbs | 2809 lbs |
Height | 55.7 in | 60.7 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 168.3 in |
Width | 70.8 in | 69.6 in |
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1007 lbs | 1031 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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