2024 Honda Civic vs. 2024 Mazda Mazda3 Review

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2024 Honda
Civic

MSRP*: $24,950 to $31,450
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2024 Mazda
Mazda3

MSRP*: $25,690 to $36,650
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MPG - City 26 - 31 MPG 23 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 36 - 39 MPG 31 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 158-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 180-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable, Manual Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 158 - 180 hp 191 - 227 hp
Exterior Length 179.0 in 175.6 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 70.7 in
Leg Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 35.1 in
Head Room Front 37.6 - 39.3 in
Rear 37.1 in
Front 37.5 - 38.0 in
Rear 36.5 - 37.2 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda Civic than the Mazda Mazda3. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Honda Civic and the Mazda Mazda3 in the front seats.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda Civic as you will with the Mazda Mazda3, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Honda Civic will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mazda Mazda3.

Dimensions
The Honda Civic is about the same width as the Mazda Mazda3. When looking at overall length, the Honda Civic takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mazda Mazda3.

Handling
The Honda Civic has a larger turning radius than the Mazda Mazda3, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Honda Civic has less horsepower than the Mazda Mazda3, so it will probably be somewhat slower.

Powertrain
With its lower torque, the Honda Civic doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mazda Mazda3.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Honda Civic and the Mazda Mazda3.