2021 Mazda MAZDA3 vs 2022 Lexus IS
Overview | |
MSRP$20,650 | MSRP$39,125 |
Listings88 | Listings34 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
2021 Mazda MAZDA3 Reviews SummaryMazdas are fun. All of them. Even the SUVs. But until recently, they weren’t particularly fast. The joy in driving a Mazda derived from the expertly tuned ride and handling qualities that made piloting the automaker’s products a sheer delight. And then Mazda started turbocharging cars and SUVs equipped with its 2.5-litre 4-cylinder engine. Now, the 2021 Mazda3 2.5 Turbo arrives, one of the last members of Mazda’s fleet to add forced induction for boosted power and performance. The result, as you might guess, is absolutely delightful. | |
2022 Lexus IS Reviews SummaryAfter a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. If you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 155 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City28 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 155 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City28 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.2 cu ft | Cargo Space10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3100 lbs | Curb Weight3715 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height56.5 in |
Length183.5 in | Length185.4 in |
Width70.7 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase107.3 in | Wheelbase110.2 in |
Maximum Payload923 lbs | Maximum Payload825 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $20,650 | $39,125 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Mazdas are fun. All of them. Even the SUVs. But until recently, they weren’t particularly fast. The joy in driving a Mazda derived from the expertly tuned ride and handling qualities that made piloting the automaker’s products a sheer delight. And then Mazda started turbocharging cars and SUVs equipped with its 2.5-litre 4-cylinder engine. Now, the 2021 Mazda3 2.5 Turbo arrives, one of the last members of Mazda’s fleet to add forced induction for boosted power and performance. The result, as you might guess, is absolutely delightful. | After a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. If you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 155 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm | |
MPG City | 28 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 155 hp I4 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm | |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 28 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.2 cu ft | 10.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3100 lbs | 3715 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 56.5 in |
Length | 183.5 in | 185.4 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 107.3 in | 110.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 923 lbs | 825 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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