Lexus IS 2013 vs Mazda 3 2013
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 208 HP | 165 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 NM | 210 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds | |
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Lexus IS is more dynamic to drive. Lexus IS engine produces 43 HP more power than Mazda 3, whereas torque is 40 NM more than Mazda 3. Thanks to more power Lexus IS reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.6 | 6.2 | |
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The Mazda 3 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus IS consumes 2.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus IS could require 360 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 51 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 760 km in combined cycle | 820 km in combined cycle | |
| 980 km on highway | 1060 km on highway | ||
| Mazda 3 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| 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) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Mazda 3) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Lexus IS) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | 155 mm (6.1 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 17 years | 14 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Lexus GS | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 6, Mazda MX-5, Mazda CX-5, Mazda CX-3 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Mazda 3 2013 2.0 engine: This engine is not well-suited for low-quality fuel, as it quickly clogs the fuel system. The use of substandard fuel often leads to the failure of expensive ignition coils, resulting in significant repair ... More about Mazda 3 2013 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.67 m | 4.59 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.45 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Lexus IS is 8 cm longer than the Mazda 3, 2 cm wider, while the height of Lexus IS is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 419 litres | |
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Lexus IS has more luggage capacity. Lexus IS has 61 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 3. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus IS is 0.2 metres less than that of the Mazda 3. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`090 | 1`815 | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Mazda 3 scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 15 400 | 11 600 | |
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