Mazda Mazda3 Sedan vs. Toyota Corolla Cross
In comparing the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's and the Toyota Corolla Cross's specifications and ratings, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Toyota Corolla Cross has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's and the Toyota Corolla Cross's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Corolla Cross is a better car than the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan.
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan vs. Toyota Corolla Cross Pricing
For a new model, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's price is between $25,736 and $36,891, with the Toyota Corolla Cross priced between $25,672 and $34,360.
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan vs. Toyota Corolla Cross Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan loses 38 percent of its value and the Toyota Corolla Cross loses 31.4 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Corolla Cross retains 6.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan’s base engine makes 191 horsepower, and the Toyota Corolla Cross base engine makes 169 horsepower.
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, and cargo space. The Mazda Mazda3 Sedan, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Mazda Mazda3 Sedan has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
25736 - 36891
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.380239
Pricing
New Asking Price:
25672 - 34360
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.314342
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.700839 / 10
Reliability:
8.902518 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Toyota Corolla Cross Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
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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 / 43Toyota Corolla Cross Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
4 out of / 66Ranking
6 out of / 66Ranking
6 out of / 58Ranking
6 out of / 49Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 56Ranking
15 out of / 19Ranking
16 out of / 19Ranking
17 out of / 19Ranking
18 out of / 19Ranking
23 out of / 56Ranking
30 out of / 66Ranking
36 out of / 56Ranking
39 out of / 66Ranking
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44 out of / 56Ranking
48 out of / 66Ranking
51 out of / 56Ranking
54 out of / 66Ranking
60 out of / 66Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
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
Toyota Corolla Cross 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:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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
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:
2.5 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
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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
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:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
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
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
92.8 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:
3124 lbs
Width:
70.7 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
183.5 inches
Wheelbase:
107.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 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 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
215/65R17