Mazda Mazda3 Sedan vs. Mazda MAZDA2
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan and Mazda MAZDA2 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan and the Mazda MAZDA2.
When comparing the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's and the Mazda MAZDA2's specifications and ratings, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The Mazda MAZDA2 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's and the Mazda MAZDA2's specifications and ratings, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan is a better car than the Mazda MAZDA2.
Pricing: A used 2014 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan ranges from $6,478 to $15,998 while a used 2014 Mazda MAZDA2 is priced between $4,422 to $12,505.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan’s base engine makes 155 horsepower, and the Mazda MAZDA2 base engine makes 100 horsepower. The Mazda3 Sedan is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles. The MAZDA2 is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 396 miles. This gives the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Mazda MAZDA2. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Mazda Mazda3 Sedan has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Mazda MAZDA2 has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Mazda Mazda3 Sedan has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
18945
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)
17751
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)
15695 - 19995
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
14720
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
11186
Price Range:
6478 - 15998
Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)
9372
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)
7201 - 12023
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
8041
Price Range:
4422 - 12505
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
20
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
116723
# Good or Great Deals:
9
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mazda MAZDA2 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mazda Mazda3 Sedan
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mazda MAZDA2
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.0391043841009875
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
4.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
1.1 - 10.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.7204828637668539
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Rankings
Not yet available
Mazda MAZDA2 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Trim Levels
i Grand Touring, i Sport, i SV, i Touring, s Grand Touring, s Touring
Mazda MAZDA2 Trim Levels
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
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
155 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
100 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
98 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.043 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 40 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 35 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
328 / 396 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Cargo Space:
20.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2815 lbs
Width:
70.7 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
175.6 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2306 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
58.1 inches
Length:
155.5 inches
Wheelbase:
98 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/55R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Jet Black Mica
Blue
Blue Reflex Mica / Deep Crystal Blue Mica
Brown
Titanium Flash Mica
Gray
Meteor Gray Mica
Red
Soul Red Metallic
Silver
Liquid Silver Metallic
White
Snowflake White Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Jet Black Mica
Blue
Blue Reflex Mica
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
True Red / Zeal Red Mica
Silver
Liquid Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Pearl Mica
Interior Colors
Beige
Sand
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black
