Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs Mazda MAZDA3
Overview | |
MSRP$63,900 | MSRP$24,650 |
Listings704 | Listings1740 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.5 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryCompact sedans are some of the most affordable vehicles today, which often leads to cheaper interiors, disappointing performance, and uninspired styling. The 2026 Mazda3 bucks that trend with a cabin that could easily be mistaken for entry-level luxury fare, a spirited driving experience, and head-turning style. The current-generation Mazda3 debuted as a 2019 model, but despite its age few updates are expected for 2026. Verdict: The Mazda3 proves that small cars don’t have to be boring. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 186 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower186 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 186 hp I4 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower186 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.7 cu ft | Cargo Space13.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4134 lbs | Curb Weight3111 lbs |
Height57.9 in | Height56.9 in |
Length194.9 in | Length183.5 in |
Width81.3 in | Width70.7 in |
Wheelbase116.6 in | Wheelbase107.3 in |
Maximum Payload1267 lbs | Maximum Payload970 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $63,900 | $24,650 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Compact sedans are some of the most affordable vehicles today, which often leads to cheaper interiors, disappointing performance, and uninspired styling. The 2026 Mazda3 bucks that trend with a cabin that could easily be mistaken for entry-level luxury fare, a spirited driving experience, and head-turning style. The current-generation Mazda3 debuted as a 2019 model, but despite its age few updates are expected for 2026. Verdict: The Mazda3 proves that small cars don’t have to be boring. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 2.5L 186 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | 186 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 2.5L 186 hp I4 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | 186 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 36 |
Interior | ||
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 | 12.7 cu ft | 13.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4134 lbs | 3111 lbs |
Height | 57.9 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 194.9 in | 183.5 in |
Width | 81.3 in | 70.7 in |
Wheelbase | 116.6 in | 107.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1267 lbs | 970 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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