2020 Mazda CX-3 vs. 2020 Honda HR-V
In comparing the 2020 Mazda CX-3's and the 2020 Honda HR-V's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Mazda CX-3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2020 Honda HR-V has the advantage in the areas of resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Mazda CX-3's and the 2020 Honda HR-V's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Mazda CX-3 is a better car than the 2020 Honda HR-V.
2020 Mazda CX-3 vs. 2020 Honda HR-V Pricing
A used 2020 Mazda CX-3 ranges from $18,245 to $23,997 while a used 2020 Honda HR-V is priced between $19,999 to $26,981.
2020 Mazda CX-3 vs. 2020 Honda HR-V Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Mazda CX-3 loses 35.6 percent of its value and the 2020 Honda HR-V loses 34.2 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Honda HR-V retains 1.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Mazda CX-3.
2020 Mazda CX-3 vs. 2020 Honda HR-V Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mazda CX-3 is 8.2 out of 10 while the Honda HR-V's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Mazda CX-3 being ranked 2 out of 20 Best Subcompact SUVs and the Honda HR-V being ranked 5 out of 20. Out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs, the Mazda CX-3 is ranked 23 and the Honda HR-V is ranked 28. The Mazda CX-3 is also ranked 24 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs while the Honda HR-V is ranked 31 out of 66.
2020 Mazda CX-3 vs. 2020 Honda HR-V Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mazda CX-3 is 6.1 out of 10. For the Honda HR-V the reliability rating is 5.6 out of 10. This gives the Mazda CX-3 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Honda HR-V.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Mazda CX-3’s base engine makes 148 horsepower, and the 2020 Honda HR-V base engine makes 141 horsepower. The CX-3 is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. The HR-V is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 449 miles.This gives the 2020 Mazda CX-3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 Honda HR-V the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the 2020 Honda HR-V has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2020 Mazda CX-3 has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Mazda CX-3 and the 2020 Honda HR-V have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18245 - 23997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.355971
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19999 - 26981
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.342492
Mazda CX-3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.166666 / 10
Reliability:
6.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda HR-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.033333 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mazda CX-3 Rankings
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1 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
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8 out of / 66Ranking
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11 out of / 56Ranking
11 out of / 27Ranking
15 out of / 20Ranking
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19 out of / 66Ranking
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23 out of / 56Ranking
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62 out of / 66Honda HR-V Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 66Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 56Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 16Ranking
8 out of / 58Ranking
8 out of / 49Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
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14 out of / 27Ranking
20 out of / 66Ranking
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25 out of / 56Ranking
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57 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Mazda CX-3 Trim Levels
Sport
2020 Honda HR-V Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, LX, Sport, Touring
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
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:
148 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
146 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
141 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
127 foot-lbs @ 4300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 34 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
368 / 432 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 / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 34 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 449 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.4 inches
Cargo Space:
17.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
42.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
105.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
24.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
124.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2851 lbs
Width:
69.6 inches
Height:
60.7 inches
Length:
168.3 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2906 lbs
Width:
69.8 inches
Height:
63.2 inches
Length:
170.4 inches
Wheelbase:
102.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17