Mazda MX-5 petrol engines consumes on average 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than BMW 3 series. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Ground clearance:
130 mm (5.1 inches)
143 mm (5.6 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 3 series 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:
3.98 m
4.58 m
Width:
1.68 m
1.78 m
Height:
1.22 m
1.40 m
Mazda MX-5 is smaller. Mazda MX-5 is 61 cm shorter than the BMW 3 series, 10 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda MX-5 is 18 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
145 litres
440 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
145 litres
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BMW 3 series has more luggage space. Mazda MX-5 has 295 litres less trunk space than the BMW 3 series.
Turning diameter:
10.4 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Mazda MX-5 is 0.6 metres less than that of the BMW 3 series, which means Mazda MX-5 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
