Mazda 3 2019 vs Toyota Corolla 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Diesel | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Mazda 3) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Toyota Corolla) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 116 HP | 98 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 142 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.1 seconds | 11 seconds | |
| Mazda 3 engine produces 18 HP more power than Toyota Corolla, whereas torque is 128 NM more than Toyota Corolla. Despite the higher power, Mazda 3 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.6 | 3.8 | |
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The Toyota Corolla is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mazda 3 consumes 0.8 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 120 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 litres | 43 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1100 km in combined cycle | 1130 km in combined cycle | |
| 1210 km on highway | 1190 km on highway | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 360'000 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: | 8 years | 17 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | 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: | no data | 10.8 meters | |
| Gross weight: | 1`914 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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