Mazda CX-3 vs. Toyota Corolla Cross
When comparing the Mazda CX-3 to the Toyota Corolla Cross, the Mazda CX-3 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Toyota Corolla Cross has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mazda CX-3 versus the Toyota Corolla Cross, the Toyota Corolla Cross is a better car than the Mazda CX-3.
Mazda CX-3 versus Toyota Corolla Cross Pricing
A used 2021 Mazda CX-3 ranges from $20,987 to $26,453 while a used 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross is priced between $25,050 to $35,007.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mazda CX-3’s base engine makes 148 horsepower, and the Toyota Corolla Cross base engine makes 169 horsepower. The CX-3 is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. The Corolla Cross is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 409 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Toyota Corolla Cross, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and trunk space. The Mazda CX-3, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear leg room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Toyota Corolla Cross has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Mazda CX-3.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Mazda CX-3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Mazda CX-3 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$20,987 - $26,453
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
35.6%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$25,094 - $33,643
Used Asking Price:
$25,050 - $35,007
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
31.4%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
6.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
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5 out of / 61Ranking
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32 out of / 61iSeeCars Rankings
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2 out of / 24Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value
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4 out of / 61Small SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
5 out of / 24Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Sport
Trim Levels
L, LE, XLE
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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
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:
169 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
151 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 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:
2 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):
31 / 33 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
384 / 409 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.4 inches
Cargo Space:
26.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
121.4 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:
3125 lbs
Width:
71.9 inches
Height:
64.8 inches
Length:
175.6 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P215/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
215/65R17
