2024 Mazda
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 23 - 27 MPG | 24 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 32 - 37 MPG | 35 - 36 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic, Manual |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 191 - 227 hp | 228 hp |
| Exterior Length | 183.5 in | 186.9 in |
| Exterior Width | 70.7 in | 70.8 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.3 in
Rear 35.1 in |
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.6 - 38.0 in
Rear 36.7 - 37.3 in |
Front 37.9 - 38.5 in
Rear 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Jetta GLI than the Mazda Mazda3, due to its greater head- and legroom.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Mazda Mazda3 and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI in the front seats.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Mazda Mazda3 as you will with the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, 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 Mazda Mazda3 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.
Dimensions
The Mazda Mazda3 is about the same width as the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.
When looking at overall length, the Mazda Mazda3 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.
Handling
The Mazda Mazda3 has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Mazda Mazda3 has less horsepower than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, so it will probably be somewhat slower.
Powertrain
The Mazda Mazda3 has much less torque than the Volkswagen Jetta GLI, 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 Mazda Mazda3 and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI.