BMW 3 series 1999 vs Mazda 3 2013

Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison

 
BMW 3 series
1999 - 2003
Mazda 3
2013 - 2016
Body: CoupeHatchback
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Wheel drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)Front wheel drive (FWD)
BMW 3 series is available with rear wheel drive, while Mazda 3 can be equipped with front wheel drive.
Engines: 1.8 - 3.0 (petrol)1.5 - 2.5 (petrol, diesel)

Performance

Power: 116 - 231 HP100 - 187 HP
Torque: 175 - 300 NM144 - 380 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.5 - 12 seconds8.1 - 13.6 seconds
Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.1 - 10.04.1 - 7.6
BMW 3 series petrol engines consumes on average 3 litres more fuel per 100 km than Mazda 3.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!

Dimensions

Length: 4.49 m4.47 m
Width: 1.76 m1.79 m
Height: 1.37 m1.45 m
BMW 3 series is 2 cm longer than the Mazda 3, 3 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 3 series is 8 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 410 litres364 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data1263 litres
BMW 3 series has more luggage capacity.
BMW 3 series has 46 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 3.
Turning diameter: 10 meters10.6 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.6 metres less than that of the Mazda 3, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`878~ 1`864
Safety:
Quality:
below average

above average
Average price (€): 24007600
Pros and Cons: BMW 3 sērija has
  • only petrol engines available
  • roomier boot
  • better manoeuvrability
  • lower price
Mazda 3 has
  • petrol and diesel engines available
  • lower fuel consumption for petrol engines
  • higher safety
  • fewer faults
Share these results to social networks or e-mail
Contact us: info@auto-abc.lv