Mazda CX-3 2018 vs Honda HR-V 2015
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.5 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 130 HP | |
| Torque: | 207 NM | 155 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds | |
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Mazda CX-3 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda CX-3 engine produces 20 HP more power than Honda HR-V, whereas torque is 52 NM more than Honda HR-V. Thanks to more power Mazda CX-3 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.7 | 5.6 | |
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The Honda HR-V is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mazda CX-3 consumes 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Honda HR-V, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mazda CX-3 could require 165 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 44 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 650 km in combined cycle | 890 km in combined cycle | |
| 720 km on highway | 1040 km on highway | ||
| Honda HR-V 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: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
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Mazda CX-3 has 4x4: AWD system provides 98% of power to the front under normal conditions and can shift up to 50% of torque to the rear if wheels slip. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 155 mm (6.1 inches) | 170 mm (6.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 380'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 12 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 6, Mazda 3, Mazda MX-5, Mazda CX-5 | Used only for this car | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda CX-3 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Mazda CX-3 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Mazda CX-3 2018 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 CX-3 2018 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.28 m | 4.30 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.54 m | 1.61 m | |
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Mazda CX-3 is smaller. Mazda CX-3 is 2 cm shorter than the Honda HR-V, width is practically the same , while the height of Mazda CX-3 is 7 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 350 litres | 431 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1260 litres | 1456 litres | |
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Honda HR-V has more luggage space. Mazda CX-3 has 81 litres less trunk space than the Honda HR-V. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Honda HR-V (by 196 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda CX-3 is 0.8 metres less than that of the Honda HR-V, which means Mazda CX-3 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`808 | 1`790 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | high | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 14 000 | 16 800 | |
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