Audi A3 Sportback vs Mazda MAZDA3
Overview | |
Years produced2004-Present | Years produced2016-2018 |
MSRP$24,150 | MSRP$39,500 |
Listings9553 | Listings90 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryLast redesigned for the 2019 model year, the Mazda 3 is getting old, yet aging gracefully. It still looks, feels, and drives better than some of its rivals. For 2025, Mazda adds value to the lineup, introducing a new base version of the 2.5 S. Moving one rung up the trim level ladder, the 2.5 S Select Sport gets Amazon Alexa Built-in for 2025, while the Premium and Premium Plus gain a cloud-based navigation system. Verdict: Available in four-door sedan and five-door hatchback body styles, there is a Mazda 3 to suit nearly anyone. Basic or upscale, turbocharged or not, and with front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), the common threads across all Mazda 3s are quality, refinement, sophistication, safety, and enjoyable driving dynamics. This is a terrific compact car. | |
Reviews Summary | |
No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine1.4L 204 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower204 hp @ 5000 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity8.8 kWh |
MPG City27 | MPG City81 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway86 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)2.5 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name1.4L 204 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower204 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)2.5 hours |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity8.8 kWh |
MPG City27 | MPG City81 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway86 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.2 cu ft | Cargo Space13.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3124 lbs | Curb Weight3616 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height56.1 in |
Length183.5 in | Length169.7 in |
Width70.7 in | Width77.4 in |
Wheelbase107.3 in | Wheelbase103.5 in |
Maximum Payload955 lbs | Maximum Payload1080 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2004-Present | 2016-2018 |
MSRP | $24,150 | $39,500 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Last redesigned for the 2019 model year, the Mazda 3 is getting old, yet aging gracefully. It still looks, feels, and drives better than some of its rivals. For 2025, Mazda adds value to the lineup, introducing a new base version of the 2.5 S. Moving one rung up the trim level ladder, the 2.5 S Select Sport gets Amazon Alexa Built-in for 2025, while the Premium and Premium Plus gain a cloud-based navigation system. Verdict: Available in four-door sedan and five-door hatchback body styles, there is a Mazda 3 to suit nearly anyone. Basic or upscale, turbocharged or not, and with front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), the common threads across all Mazda 3s are quality, refinement, sophistication, safety, and enjoyable driving dynamics. This is a terrific compact car. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 1.4L 204 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6000 rpm | 204 hp @ 5000 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity | 8.8 kWh | |
MPG City | 27 | 81 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 86 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 2.5 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 1.4L 204 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6000 rpm | 204 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 2.5 hours | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 8.8 kWh | |
MPG City | 27 | 81 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 86 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.2 cu ft | 13.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3124 lbs | 3616 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 56.1 in |
Length | 183.5 in | 169.7 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 77.4 in |
Wheelbase | 107.3 in | 103.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 955 lbs | 1080 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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