BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 9 HP less power than Mazda 3, but torque is 87 NM more than Mazda 3. Despite less power, BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 3.2 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
5.5
Fuel tank capacity:
40 litres
51 litres
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Dimensions
Length:
4.71 m
4.66 m
Width:
1.83 m
1.80 m
Height:
1.44 m
1.44 m
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 3 series is 5 cm longer than the Mazda 3, 3 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity:
375 litres
450 litres
Mazda 3 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, BMW 3 series has 75 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 3. This could mean that the BMW 3 series uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
