2023 MINI Cooper vs 2023 Mazda MAZDA3
Overview | |
MSRP$27,400 | MSRP$22,550 |
Average price$34,246 | Average price$27,865 |
Listings46 | Listings29 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
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2023 MINI Cooper Reviews SummaryYou either join the MINI camp or shake your head “no.” There has never been a middle ground with a MINI. That’s the point—to drive a fun-looking, fun-to-drive small car that’s unlike anything else in the neighbourhood. For 2023, the MINI Cooper offers a limited-run Resolute Edition and a few new paint colours. Our test drive was with a two-door Hardtop John Cooper Works (JCW) while participating in a rally with more than 700 MINI owners. Maybe next time you’ll join them with your new MINI. | |
2023 Mazda MAZDA3 Reviews SummaryWith the ubiquitous growth of the small SUV—including the Mazda3’s corporate cousin, the Mazda CX-30 subcompact crossover—the compact car segment might get overlooked when shopping for your next new car. But small cars can do many of the things that are asked of a small SUV—especially if that car is a hatchback. The 2023 Mazda3 is a stark reminder of just how great hatchbacks can be for everyday life. Mazda’s approach with its vehicles has been simple, yet ambitious: to “deliver luxury-level performance and cabin quality without the luxury price,” according to the company. The Mazda3 is no different. It punches well above its weight and raises the bar for what a small car can be. The Mazda3 hatchback even offers SUV-like versatility thanks to added cargo space and a rear liftgate. But does the Mazda3 have the features and attributes that will have you reconsidering cars over crossovers? | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 134 hp I3 | Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower191 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City29 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 134 hp I3 | Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm | Torque186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower191 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City29 | MPG City28 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall4 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space8.7 cu ft | Cargo Space13.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight2769 lbs | Curb Weight3126 lbs |
Height55.7 in | Height56.9 in |
Length152.2 in | Length183.5 in |
Width75.9 in | Width70.7 in |
Wheelbase98.2 in | Wheelbase107.3 in |
Maximum Payload694 lbs | Maximum Payload953 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $27,400 | $22,550 |
Average price | $34,246 | $27,865 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | You either join the MINI camp or shake your head “no.” There has never been a middle ground with a MINI. That’s the point—to drive a fun-looking, fun-to-drive small car that’s unlike anything else in the neighbourhood. For 2023, the MINI Cooper offers a limited-run Resolute Edition and a few new paint colours. Our test drive was with a two-door Hardtop John Cooper Works (JCW) while participating in a rally with more than 700 MINI owners. Maybe next time you’ll join them with your new MINI. | With the ubiquitous growth of the small SUV—including the Mazda3’s corporate cousin, the Mazda CX-30 subcompact crossover—the compact car segment might get overlooked when shopping for your next new car. But small cars can do many of the things that are asked of a small SUV—especially if that car is a hatchback. The 2023 Mazda3 is a stark reminder of just how great hatchbacks can be for everyday life. Mazda’s approach with its vehicles has been simple, yet ambitious: to “deliver luxury-level performance and cabin quality without the luxury price,” according to the company. The Mazda3 is no different. It punches well above its weight and raises the bar for what a small car can be. The Mazda3 hatchback even offers SUV-like versatility thanks to added cargo space and a rear liftgate. But does the Mazda3 have the features and attributes that will have you reconsidering cars over crossovers? |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 134 hp I3 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Horsepower | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm | 191 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 29 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 134 hp I3 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm | 186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm | 191 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 29 | 28 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 8.7 cu ft | 13.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2769 lbs | 3126 lbs |
Height | 55.7 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 152.2 in | 183.5 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 70.7 in |
Wheelbase | 98.2 in | 107.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 694 lbs | 953 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
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