Mazda 3 2013 vs Toyota Corolla 2012

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Mazda 3
2013 - 2016
Toyota Corolla
2012 - 2016
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 1.5 - 2.21.3 - 1.8

Performance

Power: 104 - 165 HP90 - 140 HP
Torque: 144 - 380 NM128 - 205 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8 - 13.5 seconds10 - 12.6 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 3.8 - 6.34.1 - 6.6
Mazda 3 petrol engines consumes on average 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than Toyota Corolla. On average, Mazda 3 equipped with diesel engines consume 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Toyota Corolla.
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Ground clearance: 155 mm (6.1 inches)125 mm (4.9 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.

Dimensions

Length: 4.59 m4.62 m
Width: 1.80 m1.78 m
Height: 1.45 m1.47 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mazda 3 is 4 cm shorter than the Toyota Corolla, 2 cm wider, while the height of Mazda 3 is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 419 litres452 litres
Toyota Corolla has more luggage space.
Mazda 3 has 33 litres less trunk space than the Toyota Corolla.
Turning diameter: 10.6 meters11.4 meters
The turning circle of the Mazda 3 is 0.8 metres less than that of the Toyota Corolla, which means Mazda 3 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`846~ 1`776
Safety:
The Mazda 3 scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Quality:
above average
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Average price (€): 11 6008200
Pros and Cons: Mazda 3 has
  • lower fuel consumption for petrol engines
  • higher ground clearance
  • better manoeuvrability
  • better safety assist technologies
Toyota Corolla has
  • roomier boot
  • lower price
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