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2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan vs. 2019 Toyota Corolla

In comparing the 2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's and the 2019 Toyota Corolla's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan has the advantage in the areas of reliability and base engine power. The 2019 Toyota Corolla has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's and the 2019 Toyota Corolla's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Toyota Corolla is a better car than the 2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan.

2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan vs. 2019 Toyota Corolla Pricing

A used 2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan ranges from $17,650 to $24,823 while a used 2019 Toyota Corolla is priced between $13,995 to $22,916.

2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan vs. 2019 Toyota Corolla Resale/Retained Value

Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan loses 38 percent of its value and the 2019 Toyota Corolla loses 32.8 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Toyota Corolla retains 5.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan.

2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan vs. 2019 Toyota Corolla Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan is 8.7 out of 10 while the Toyota Corolla's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan being ranked 7 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Toyota Corolla being ranked 4 out of 26. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan is ranked 9 and the Toyota Corolla is ranked 6.

2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan vs. 2019 Toyota Corolla Reliability Rating

iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan is 8.9 out of 10. For the Toyota Corolla the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Toyota Corolla.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the 2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan’s base engine makes 186 horsepower, and the 2019 Toyota Corolla base engine makes 132 horsepower. The Mazda3 Sedan is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 475 miles. The Corolla is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles.This gives the 2019 Toyota Corolla the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are compact cars, the 2019 Toyota Corolla has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear head room and cargo space. The 2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan and 2019 Toyota Corolla are comparable in regards to front leg room.

Safety Ratings Comparison

When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan and the 2019 Toyota Corolla have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

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Used Asking Price:

$17,650 - $24,823

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

38%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

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Used Asking Price:

$13,995 - $22,916

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

32.8%

Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.7 / 10

Reliability:

8.9 / 10

Retained Value:

8.2 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

Toyota Corolla Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.8 / 10

Reliability:

8.7 / 10

Retained Value:

8.8 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Rankings

Most Reliable Small Cars

3 / 43

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

5 / 43

Compact Cars with the Most Horsepower

5 / 26

Best Small Cars for the Money

5 / 13

Best Japanese Compact Cars

6 / 12

Best Compact Cars

7 / 26

Best Japanese Small Cars

8 / 18

Best Small Cars

9 / 43

Compact Cars with Best Resale Value

9 / 26

Most Affordable Compact Cars

10 / 18

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

15 / 43

Most Affordable Small Cars

16 / 26

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

19 / 43

Safest Small Cars

19 / 43

Most Comfortable Compact Cars

20 / 26

Best Compact Cars for Tall People

24 / 26

Most Comfortable Small Cars

34 / 43

Best Small Cars for Tall People

41 / 43

Toyota Corolla Rankings

Best Small Cars for the Money

3 / 13

Best Compact Cars

4 / 26

Compact Cars with Best Resale Value

4 / 26

Best Japanese Compact Cars

4 / 12

Best Small Cars

6 / 43

Most Reliable Small Cars

6 / 43

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

6 / 43

Best Japanese Small Cars

6 / 18

Most Affordable Compact Cars

7 / 18

Best Gas Mileage Small Cars

8 / 43

Most Affordable Small Cars

13 / 26

Compact Cars with the Most Horsepower

17 / 26

Safest Small Cars

18 / 43

Most Comfortable Compact Cars

19 / 26

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

20 / 43

Best Compact Cars for Tall People

21 / 26

Most Comfortable Small Cars

33 / 43

Best Small Cars for Tall People

36 / 43

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

2019 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Trim Levels

Base, Preferred, Premium, Select

2019 Toyota Corolla Trim Levels

L, LE, LE Eco, SE, XLE, XSE

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

2 years

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

186 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

186 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.061 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

132 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

128 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.046 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


27 / 36 / 30

Range (city/hwy):

356 / 475 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.8 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


28 / 35 / 31

Range (city/hwy):

370 / 462 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Apple Car Play:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Keyless Entry:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple Car Play:

N/A

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Available

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

55.7 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.3 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35.1 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

53.5 inches

Cargo Space:

13.2 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

92.8 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.3 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

54.8 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

41.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

54.8 inches

Cargo Space:

13 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

97.5 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3071 lbs

Width:

70.7 inches

Height:

56.9 inches

Length:

183.5 inches

Wheelbase:

107.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.5 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

2840 lbs

Width:

69.9 inches

Height:

57.3 inches

Length:

183.1 inches

Wheelbase:

106.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

6.7 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

16.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

205/60R16

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

15.0 x 6.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P195/65R15

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