Subaru Impreza 2017 vs Mazda 3 2019
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Gearbox: | Manual/Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
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| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Subaru Impreza is available only with 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, Mazda 3 also offers 2-wheel drive versions for fuel economy. 2WD versions also have lower maintenance costs. | |||
| Engines: | 2.0 - 2.5 (petrol) | 1.5 - 2.5 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. Mazda 3 is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 268 - 300 HP | 116 - 250 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 - 407 NM | 153 - 434 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.2 - 6.3 seconds | 8.1 - 12.1 seconds | |
| In general, Subaru Impreza 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): | 8.6 - 10.4 | 4.2 - 8.7 | |
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Subaru Impreza petrol engines consumes on average 3.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than 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: | 124 mm (4.9 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: | 4.60 m | 4.66 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.44 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Subaru Impreza is 7 cm shorter than the Mazda 3, width is practically the same , while the height of Subaru Impreza is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 450 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1138 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Subaru Impreza is 0.4 metres less than that of the Mazda 3, which means Subaru Impreza can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`000 kg | ~ 1`913 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`535 kg | ~ 1`402 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 465 kg | ~ 511 kg | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Mazda 3 scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 26 000 | 14 800 | |
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