MINI Cooper vs Mazda MAZDA3
Overview | |
Years produced2004-Present | Years produced1978 |
MSRP$24,170 | MSRP$27,400 |
Average price$15,266 | Average price$21,535 |
Listings1427 | Listings611 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryAlthough prices can rise sharply, the Mazda3 justifies its price tag with excellent driving dynamics and a design that has aged with grace. Verdict: The 2024 Mazda3 delivers luxurious levels of styling and performance despite coming from an automaker that is often cross-shopped against mass-market rivals. Consider this car an entry-level Audi rather than a Toyota competitor. | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway38 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm |
Horsepower191 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway38 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.2 cu ft | Cargo Space8.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3124 lbs | Curb Weight2769 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height55.7 in |
Length183.5 in | Length152.2 in |
Width70.7 in | Width75.9 in |
Wheelbase107.3 in | Wheelbase98.2 in |
Maximum Payload955 lbs | Maximum Payload694 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2004-Present | 1978 |
MSRP | $24,170 | $27,400 |
Average price | $15,266 | $21,535 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Although prices can rise sharply, the Mazda3 justifies its price tag with excellent driving dynamics and a design that has aged with grace. Verdict: The 2024 Mazda3 delivers luxurious levels of styling and performance despite coming from an automaker that is often cross-shopped against mass-market rivals. Consider this car an entry-level Audi rather than a Toyota competitor. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6000 rpm | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 38 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 191 hp I4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque | 186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6000 rpm | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 38 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.2 cu ft | 8.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3124 lbs | 2769 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 55.7 in |
Length | 183.5 in | 152.2 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 75.9 in |
Wheelbase | 107.3 in | 98.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 955 lbs | 694 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
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