Hyundai ELANTRA vs. Mazda Mazda3 Sedan
When we compare the Hyundai ELANTRA's and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and interior volume. The Mazda Mazda3 Sedan has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai ELANTRA's and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's specifications and ratings, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan is a better car than the Hyundai ELANTRA.
Hyundai ELANTRA vs. Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Pricing
For a new model, the Hyundai ELANTRA's price is between $22,949 and $28,585, with the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan priced between $25,736 and $36,891.
Hyundai ELANTRA vs. Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai ELANTRA loses 41.1 percent of its value and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan loses 38 percent of its value. This means the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan retains 3.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai ELANTRA.
Hyundai ELANTRA vs. Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 8.1 out of 10 while the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai ELANTRA being ranked 12 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan being ranked 5 out of 26. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Hyundai ELANTRA is ranked 17 and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan is ranked 7.
Hyundai ELANTRA vs. Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 7.8 out of 10. For the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan the reliability rating is 8.9 out of 10. This gives the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan an advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai ELANTRA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai ELANTRA’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan base engine makes 191 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Hyundai ELANTRA and Mazda Mazda3 Sedan are comparable in regards to front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan has higher safety ratings than the Hyundai ELANTRA, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.64 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
22949 - 28585
Used Asking Price:
22777 - 28460
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.411314
Pricing
New Asking Price:
25736 - 36891
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.380239
Hyundai ELANTRA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.121713 / 10
Reliability:
7.82514 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.700839 / 10
Reliability:
8.902518 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Hyundai ELANTRA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
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4 out of / 43Ranking
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10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 12Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 18Ranking
10 out of / 18Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
23 out of / 26Ranking
26 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Ranking
40 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Hyundai ELANTRA Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SE, SEL
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Trim Levels
2.5 Carbon Turbo, 2.5 S, 2.5 S Carbon Edition, 2.5 S Preferred, 2.5 S Select Sport, 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
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):
4.64 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:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
191 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
186 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.4 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2725 lbs
Width:
71.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
184.1 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3124 lbs
Width:
70.7 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
183.5 inches
Wheelbase:
107.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16