BMW 3 series 2021 vs Mazda 3 2019
| Comparing electrical vehicle (EV) with combustion engine (ICE) one is a complex task, but we are doing our best. | |||
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Hybrid | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Hybrid engines (BMW 3 series) offer better fuel economy and lower emissions than petrol engines, especially in city driving with frequent stops. Petrol (Mazda 3) engines, however, are typically less expensive to buy and maintain, and offer more consistent performance on highways. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 113 HP | 186 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 NM | 240 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds | |
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BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 73 HP less power than Mazda 3, but torque is 60 NM more than Mazda 3. Despite less power, BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Consumption: | 1.8 l/100km + 17.1 kWh/100km | 5.7 l/100km | |
| Fuel cost per 100km: | 8.50 € | 10.80 € | |
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Change fuel prices per unit to adjust the calculation to the fuel prices in your country. Petrol€/lElectricity€/kWh | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 litres | 51 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | no data | 890 km in combined cycle | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Ground clearance: | 147 mm (5.8 inches) | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 3 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this BMW 3 series version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from seven 4x4 versions of BMW 3 series 2021 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
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 | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1138 litres | |
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Mazda 3 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, 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. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.8 metres more than that of the Mazda 3, which means BMW 3 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`300 kg | 1`959 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`765 kg | 1`394 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 535 kg | 565 kg | |
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| Quality: | below average | low | |
| Average price (€): | 28 000 | 15 000 | |
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