2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2024 Mazda Mazda3 Review

Picture of the 2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia

2024 Alfa Romeo
Giulia

MSRP*: $41,690 to $81,370
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Picture of the 2024 Mazda Mazda3

2024 Mazda
Mazda3

MSRP*: $24,170 to $35,450
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MPG - City 17 - 24 MPG 23 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 33 MPG 32 - 37 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 280-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 505-hp, 2.9-liter, V6 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 Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 280 - 505 hp 191 - 227 hp
Exterior Length 182.5 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 73.7 in 70.7 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 35.1 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 35.1 in
Head Room Front 38.6 in
Rear 37.6 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Alfa Romeo Giulia offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Mazda Mazda3. Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mazda Mazda3, the Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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). The Alfa Romeo Giulia will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mazda Mazda3, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 Alfa Romeo Giulia takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mazda Mazda3.

Handling
The Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 Alfa Romeo Giulia has a much more powerful engine than the Mazda Mazda3. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Alfa Romeo Giulia does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Mazda Mazda3.

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