Mazda Mazda3 Sedan vs. Mazda MAZDASPEED3
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan and Mazda MAZDASPEED3 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 MAZDASPEED3.
When we compare the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's and the Mazda MAZDASPEED3's specifications and ratings, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Mazda MAZDASPEED3 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Mazda Mazda3 Sedan and Mazda MAZDASPEED3 have the same interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's and the Mazda MAZDASPEED3's specifications and ratings, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan is a better car than the Mazda MAZDASPEED3.
Pricing: A used 2013 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan ranges from $4,996 to $14,290 while a used 2013 Mazda MAZDASPEED3 is priced between $6,990 to $16,026.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan’s base engine makes 155 horsepower, and the Mazda MAZDASPEED3 base engine makes 263 horsepower. The Mazda3 Sedan is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 551 miles. The MAZDASPEED3 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 398 miles. This gives the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Mazda MAZDASPEED3. Both models use gasoline.
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:
20000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)
18260
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)
15400 - 34195
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
24200
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
9154
Price Range:
4996 - 14290
Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)
8943
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)
6481 - 17361
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
11136
Price Range:
6990 - 16026
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
7
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
115711
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mazda MAZDASPEED3 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 MAZDASPEED3
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:
1.776785722649471
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
4.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
0.9 - 10.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.7422893516169735
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Rankings
Not yet available
Mazda MAZDASPEED3 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Trim Levels
Not yet available
Mazda MAZDASPEED3 Trim Levels
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:
3 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:
148 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
263 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.080 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):
27 / 38 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
392 / 551 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
286 / 398 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
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
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
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
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
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
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
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
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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 Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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 Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
17 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
17 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2896 lbs
Width:
69.1 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
177.4 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3281 lbs
Width:
69.7 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
177.6 inches
Wheelbase:
103.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/40R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Mica
Blue
Indigo Lights Mica
Gray
Dolphin Gray Mica / Graphite Mica
Red
Velocity Red
Silver
Liquid Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Pearl Mica
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Mica
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Velocity Red Bicolor
Silver
Silver Metallic Bicolor
White
Crystal White Bicolor
Interior Colors
Beige
Dune
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black w/Black and Red Insert
