2025 Honda Civic Hybrid vs. 2025 Mazda Mazda3 Review

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2025 Honda
Civic Hybrid

MSRP*: $30,150 to $33,150
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2025 Mazda
Mazda3

MSRP*: $24,950 to $36,950
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MPG - City 50 MPG 23 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 45 MPG 31 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 200-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 200 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 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 Hybrid than the Mazda Mazda3. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Honda Civic Hybrid and the Mazda Mazda3 in the front seats.

Convenience
The Honda Civic Hybrid will require fewer stops at the gas station than the Mazda Mazda3, making it more convenient to drive.

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). Whether you pick the Honda Civic Hybrid or the Mazda Mazda3, it's going to cost you about the same.

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

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

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Honda Civic Hybrid is somewhat more powerful than the Mazda Mazda3.

Powertrain
The Honda Civic Hybrid 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 Honda Civic Hybrid and the Mazda Mazda3.