2022 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2023 Mazda MAZDA3
Overview | |
MSRP$23,400 | MSRP$22,550 |
Average price$25,930 | Average price$29,129 |
Listings131 | Listings16 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
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2022 Chevrolet Malibu Reviews Summary | |
2023 Mazda MAZDA3 Reviews SummaryWith the ubiquitous growth of the small SUV—including the Mazda3’s corporate cousin, the Mazda CX-30 subcompact crossover—the compact car segment might get overlooked when shopping for your next new car. But small cars can do many of the things that are asked of a small SUV—especially if that car is a hatchback. The 2023 Mazda3 is a stark reminder of just how great hatchbacks can be for everyday life. Mazda’s approach with its vehicles has been simple, yet ambitious: to “deliver luxury-level performance and cabin quality without the luxury price,” according to the company. The Mazda3 is no different. It punches well above its weight and raises the bar for what a small car can be. The Mazda3 hatchback even offers SUV-like versatility thanks to added cargo space and a rear liftgate. But does the Mazda3 have the features and attributes that will have you reconsidering cars over crossovers? | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 160 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm | Horsepower191 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City29 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 160 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | Torque186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm | Horsepower191 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City29 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall4 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.7 cu ft | Cargo Space13.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3135 lbs | Curb Weight3126 lbs |
Height57.9 in | Height56.9 in |
Length194.2 in | Length183.5 in |
Width73.0 in | Width70.7 in |
Wheelbase111.4 in | Wheelbase107.3 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1008 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $23,400 | $22,550 |
Average price | $25,930 | $29,129 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 2.0 |
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | With the ubiquitous growth of the small SUV—including the Mazda3’s corporate cousin, the Mazda CX-30 subcompact crossover—the compact car segment might get overlooked when shopping for your next new car. But small cars can do many of the things that are asked of a small SUV—especially if that car is a hatchback. The 2023 Mazda3 is a stark reminder of just how great hatchbacks can be for everyday life. Mazda’s approach with its vehicles has been simple, yet ambitious: to “deliver luxury-level performance and cabin quality without the luxury price,” according to the company. The Mazda3 is no different. It punches well above its weight and raises the bar for what a small car can be. The Mazda3 hatchback even offers SUV-like versatility thanks to added cargo space and a rear liftgate. But does the Mazda3 have the features and attributes that will have you reconsidering cars over crossovers? | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 160 hp I4 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm | 191 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 29 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 160 hp I4 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | 186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm | 191 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 29 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.7 cu ft | 13.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3135 lbs | 3126 lbs |
Height | 57.9 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 194.2 in | 183.5 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 70.7 in |
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 107.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1008 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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