Mercedes C class 2021 vs Mazda 3 2019
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
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| Mercedes C class is available only with automatic gearbox, whereas Mazda 3 has both automatic and manual transmission options. | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Mercedes C class is available with rear wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive, while Mazda 3 can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive. All-wheel drive models tend to consume more fuel, so if you don't need off road capabilities, Mercedes C class also offers 2-wheel drive versions for fuel economy. 2WD versions also have lower maintenance costs. | |||
| Engines: | 1.5 - 2.0 (petrol, diesel, hybrid) | 1.5 - 2.5 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol and diesel engines. Mercedes C class is available also with hybrid engines. Hybrid engines offer superior fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to conventional engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 163 - 408 HP | 116 - 250 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 - 550 NM | 153 - 434 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.6 - 8.6 seconds | 8.1 - 12.1 seconds | |
| In general, Mercedes C class are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Mazda 3. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 0.8 - 9.1 | 4.2 - 8.7 | |
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Mercedes C class petrol engines consumes on average 1.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than Mazda 3. On average, Mercedes C class equipped with diesel engines consume 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 97 mm (3.8 inches) | 135 - 140 mm (5.3 - 5.5 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: | 4.76 m | 4.66 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.44 m | |
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Mercedes C class is larger. Mercedes C class is 10 cm longer than the Mazda 3, 2 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes C class is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 455 litres | 450 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes C class is 0.6 metres more than that of the Mazda 3, which means Mercedes C class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`358 kg | ~ 1`913 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`676 kg | ~ 1`402 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 682 kg | ~ 511 kg | |
| Mercedes C class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 25 procentiem more than Mazda 3. Therefore, Mercedes C class is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
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| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 40 000 | 14 800 | |
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