2025 Kia
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2024 Mazda
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| MPG - City | 29 - 30 MPG | 23 - 27 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 39 - 40 MPG | 32 - 37 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 147 - 190 hp | 191 - 227 hp |
| Exterior Length | 185.4 in | 183.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 72.8 in | 70.7 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.0 in |
Front 42.3 in
Rear 35.1 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.1 - 39.0 in
Rear 37.0 - 37.3 in |
Front 37.6 - 38.0 in
Rear 36.7 - 37.3 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.
Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia K4 than the Mazda Mazda3.
Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mazda Mazda3, the Kia K4 may be a little roomier and more comfortable for the driver and front seat passengers.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Kia K4 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 Kia K4 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mazda Mazda3.
Dimensions
Since the Kia K4 is much wider than the Mazda Mazda3, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
When looking at overall length, the Kia K4 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mazda Mazda3.
Handling
The Kia K4 has about the same turning radius as the Mazda Mazda3, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia K4 is significantly less powerful than the Mazda Mazda3. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.
Powertrain
The Kia K4 has much less torque than the Mazda Mazda3, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Kia K4 and the Mazda Mazda3.