Volkswagen Golf GTI vs Mazda MAZDA3
Overview | |
MSRP$29,880 | MSRP$24,170 |
Average price$18,939 | Average price$15,969 |
Listings3539 | Listings9290 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryWith its updated engine, revised suspension, and tech-forward interior, the latest iteration of Volkswagen’s legendary GTI looks ready to do battle with the Hyundai Veloster N as well as the upcoming Honda Civic Si and Subaru WRX. With regards to performance, the new GTI leaves almost nothing to be desired. | |
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. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City25 | MPG City |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm | Torque186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower191 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space19.9 cu ft | Cargo Space13.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3113 lbs | Curb Weight3124 lbs |
Height57.6 in | Height56.9 in |
Length168.8 in | Length183.5 in |
Width70.4 in | Width70.7 in |
Wheelbase103.6 in | Wheelbase107.3 in |
Maximum Payload915 lbs | Maximum Payload955 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $29,880 | $24,170 |
Average price | $18,939 | $15,969 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | With its updated engine, revised suspension, and tech-forward interior, the latest iteration of Volkswagen’s legendary GTI looks ready to do battle with the Hyundai Veloster N as well as the upcoming Honda Civic Si and Subaru WRX. With regards to performance, the new GTI leaves almost nothing to be desired. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
MPG City | 25 | |
MPG Highway | 34 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm | 186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5000 rpm | 191 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | |
MPG Highway | 34 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 19.9 cu ft | 13.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3113 lbs | 3124 lbs |
Height | 57.6 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 168.8 in | 183.5 in |
Width | 70.4 in | 70.7 in |
Wheelbase | 103.6 in | 107.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 915 lbs | 955 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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