Mazda 3 2009 vs Honda Civic 2008

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Mazda 3
2009 - 2011
Honda Civic
2008 - 2012
Body: HatchbackSedan
The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 1.6 - 2.5 (petrol, diesel)1.3 - 1.8 (petrol)

Performance

Power: 105 - 260 HP95 - 140 HP
Torque: 145 - 400 NM123 - 175 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.1 - 13.1 seconds9.1 - 12.8 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.4 - 9.64.6 - 7.1
Mazda 3 petrol engines consumes on average 1.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than Honda Civic.
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Dimensions

Length: 4.47 m4.49 m
Width: 1.76 m1.75 m
Height: 1.47 m1.44 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mazda 3 is 2 cm shorter than the Honda Civic, width is practically the same , while the height of Mazda 3 is 3 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 481 litres485 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1360 litres1190 litres
Mazda 3 has 4 litres less trunk space than the Honda Civic. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 3 (by 170 litres).
Turning diameter: 10.4 meters11 meters
The turning circle of the Mazda 3 is 0.6 metres less than that of the Honda Civic, which means Mazda 3 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`856~ 1`679
Safety:
Mazda 3 is better rated in child safety tests. The Honda Civic scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Quality:
above average

average
Average price (€): 42004200
Pros and Cons: Mazda 3 has
  • petrol and diesel engines available
  • better manoeuvrability
  • higher children safety
  • fewer faults
Honda Civic has
  • only petrol engines available
  • lower fuel consumption for petrol engines
  • better safety assist technologies
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