Mazda 3 2019 vs Toyota Corolla 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 180 HP | 98 HP | |
| Torque: | 224 NM | 142 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.6 seconds | 11 seconds | |
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Mazda 3 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda 3 engine produces 82 HP more power than Toyota Corolla, whereas torque is 82 NM more than Toyota Corolla. Thanks to more power Mazda 3 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.2 | 3.8 | |
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The Toyota Corolla is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mazda 3 consumes 1.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Toyota Corolla, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mazda 3 could require 210 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 litres | 43 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 980 km in combined cycle | 1130 km in combined cycle | |
| 1100 km on highway | 1190 km on highway | ||
| Toyota Corolla gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Toyota Corolla engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 17 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Mazda CX-30 | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Toyota Auris, Toyota C-HR, Lexus CT | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Toyota Corolla might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Toyota Corolla 2018 1.8 engine: The Toyota 2ZR-FXE is a 1.8-liter gasoline engine produced since 2009 and designed specifically for Toyota hybrid powertrains. It is based on the conventional 2ZR-FE but adapted for hybrid operation, prioritizing efficiency rather than outright performance. The engine is very economical and, with ... More about Toyota Corolla 2018 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.66 m | 4.63 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.53 m | |
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Mazda 3 is larger, but lower. Mazda 3 is 3 cm longer than the Toyota Corolla, 2 cm wider, while the height of Mazda 3 is 9 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 450 litres | 471 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1138 litres | no data | |
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Toyota Corolla has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Mazda 3 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 3 is 0.2 metres less than that of the Toyota Corolla. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`948 kg | no data | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Toyota Corolla scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | low | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 14 800 | 14 600 | |
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