Dodge vs. Mazda
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Dodge and Mazda contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Dodge and Mazda cars.
When comparing the Dodge brand to the Mazda brand, Dodge has the advantage in the area of horsepower. Mazda has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, used car pricing, depreciation, fuel efficiency, retained value, vehicle rankings and variety of models offered.
Dodge versus Mazda: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Dodge versus Mazda pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Mazda in 2 out of 2 vehicle comparisons. Mazda also has a lower used vehicle starting price in 1 out of 1 comparisons. Mazda models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 2 out of 2 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Mazda, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Mazda the overall advantage over Dodge.
Dodge versus Mazda: Horsepower and Fuel Efficiency: Dodge vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 2 out of 2 model comparisons. Mazda offers higher MPG for its vehicles in their base trim in 1 out of 2 comparisons. Both Dodge and Mazda vehicles have the same MPG in 1 comparisons.
Dodge versus Mazda: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Mazda shows higher ratings for retained value in 2 out of 2 comparisons.
Available Body Styles: Dodge offers 3 SUVs, 1 sedan, and 2 coupes. In comparison, Mazda offers 8 SUVs, 1 sedan, 2 convertibles, and 1 hatchback.
Drivetrain Options: Dodge offers 3 gasoline vehicles, 1 plug-in hybrid, and 1 electric vehicle. Mazda offers 8 gasoline vehicles, 1 hybrid, and 2 plug-in hybrids.
Dodge offers 3 all-wheel-drive models and 1 rear-wheel-drive model. Mazda offers 9 all-wheel-drive models, 1 front-wheel-drive model, and 2 rear-wheel-drive models.
New Car Pricing
SUVs
Dodge Hornet
$28,097 - $35,854
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Dodge Hornet (Plug-in Hybrid)
$36,399 - $49,604
New Car Pricing
SUVs
Mazda CX-30
$26,662 - $36,503
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Mazda CX-30
$26,662 - $36,503
Used Car Pricing
SUVs
Dodge Hornet
$27,236 - $35,397
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Dodge Hornet (Plug-in Hybrid)
Not Yet Available
Used Car Pricing
SUVs
Mazda CX-30
$23,486 - $32,918
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Mazda CX-30
$23,486 - $32,918
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
SUVs
Dodge Hornet
43.5%
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Dodge Hornet (Plug-in Hybrid)
45.7%
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
SUVs
Mazda CX-30
39.5%
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Mazda CX-30
39.5%
Horsepower / Torque
SUVs
Dodge Hornet
268 hp / 295 foot-lbs
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Dodge Hornet (Plug-in Hybrid)
288 hp / 383 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
SUVs
Mazda CX-30
191 hp / 186 foot-lbs
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Mazda CX-30
191 hp / 186 foot-lbs
MPG (city/highway/combined)
SUVs
Dodge Hornet
21 / 29 / 24
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Dodge Hornet (Plug-in Hybrid)
29 / 29 / 29
MPG (city/highway/combined)
SUVs
Mazda CX-30
26 / 33 / 29
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Mazda CX-30
26 / 33 / 29
Max Towing Capacity
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Dodge Hornet
2000 lbs
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Dodge Hornet (Plug-in Hybrid)
2000 lbs
Max Towing Capacity
SUVs
Mazda CX-30
Not yet available
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Mazda CX-30
Not yet available
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
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Dodge Hornet
Not available
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Dodge Hornet (Plug-in Hybrid)
Not available
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
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Mazda CX-30
Not available
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Mazda CX-30
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
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Dodge Hornet
Not available
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Dodge Hornet (Plug-in Hybrid)
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
SUVs
Mazda CX-30
Not available
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Mazda CX-30
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
SUVs
Dodge Hornet
Not available
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Dodge Hornet (Plug-in Hybrid)
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
SUVs
Mazda CX-30
10 / 10
Other Comparisons
Mazda CX-30
10 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
SUVs
Dodge Hornet
8.2 / 10
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Dodge Hornet (Plug-in Hybrid)
8.1 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
SUVs
Mazda CX-30
8.5 / 10
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Mazda CX-30
8.5 / 10