2024 Mazda MAZDA3 vs 2025 BMW 3 Series
Overview | |
MSRP$24,170 | MSRP$45,950 |
Listings695 | Listings1565 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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2024 Mazda MAZDA3 Reviews SummaryVerdict: The 2024 Mazda3 delivers luxurious levels of styling and performance despite coming from an automaker that is often cross-shopped against mass-market rivals. Consider this car an entry-level Audi rather than a Toyota competitor. | |
2025 BMW 3 Series Reviews SummaryTo enjoy driving a new 3 Series, you don’t need to upgrade to the M340i or the M3, though we certainly wouldn’t discourage you if those models are within your budget. Instead, try the standard 330i with the M Sport Package. It’s surprisingly satisfying. Plus, minor updates and refinements make the 2025 3 Series better than ever. However, the plug-in hybrid powertrain is gone, so for that, you’ll need to find a leftover 2024. Verdict: The 2025 BMW 3 Series isn’t perfect, but it’s perfectly enjoyable to drive. Also, for a car nearing the end of its current generation, it offers remarkably advanced technology. A redesign is coming soon, but the current version remains one of our favorites. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.2 cu ft | Cargo Space16.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3124 lbs | Curb Weight3644 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height56.8 in |
Length183.5 in | Length185.9 in |
Width70.7 in | Width81.4 in |
Wheelbase107.3 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload955 lbs | Maximum Payload899 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $24,170 | $45,950 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Verdict: The 2024 Mazda3 delivers luxurious levels of styling and performance despite coming from an automaker that is often cross-shopped against mass-market rivals. Consider this car an entry-level Audi rather than a Toyota competitor. | To enjoy driving a new 3 Series, you don’t need to upgrade to the M340i or the M3, though we certainly wouldn’t discourage you if those models are within your budget. Instead, try the standard 330i with the M Sport Package. It’s surprisingly satisfying. Plus, minor updates and refinements make the 2025 3 Series better than ever. However, the plug-in hybrid powertrain is gone, so for that, you’ll need to find a leftover 2024. Verdict: The 2025 BMW 3 Series isn’t perfect, but it’s perfectly enjoyable to drive. Also, for a car nearing the end of its current generation, it offers remarkably advanced technology. A redesign is coming soon, but the current version remains one of our favorites. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6000 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6000 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.2 cu ft | 16.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3124 lbs | 3644 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 56.8 in |
Length | 183.5 in | 185.9 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 81.4 in |
Wheelbase | 107.3 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 955 lbs | 899 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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