2024 BMW
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2024 Mazda
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| MPG - City | 25 - 26 MPG | 23 - 27 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 33 - 35 MPG | 31 - 36 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic, Manual |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 191 - 227 hp |
| Exterior Length | 179.0 in | 175.6 in |
| Exterior Width | 72.4 in | 70.7 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.8 in
Rear 32.2 in |
Front 42.3 in
Rear 35.1 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.8 in
Rear 35.0 in |
Front 37.5 - 38.0 in
Rear 36.5 - 37.2 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mazda Mazda3 than the BMW 230, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The BMW 230 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mazda Mazda3.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW 230 as you will with the Mazda Mazda3, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW 230 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mazda Mazda3, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the BMW 230 is much wider than the Mazda Mazda3, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
When looking at overall length, the BMW 230 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mazda Mazda3.
Handling
The BMW 230 has a larger turning radius than the Mazda Mazda3, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW 230 has a much more powerful engine than the Mazda Mazda3. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the BMW 230 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Mazda Mazda3.
Utility
The BMW 230 has less seating than the Mazda Mazda3, making the Mazda Mazda3 the better choice if you need to chauffeur many passengers.