Mazda Mazda3 Sedan vs. Toyota Corolla Cross
When comparing the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan to the Toyota Corolla Cross, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and base engine power. The Toyota Corolla Cross has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan versus the Toyota Corolla Cross, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan is a better car than the Toyota Corolla Cross.
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan vs. Toyota Corolla Cross Pricing
A used 2023 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan ranges from $22,880 to $34,437 while a used 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross is priced between $27,026 to $35,906. For a new model, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's price is between $24,766 and $35,515, with the Toyota Corolla Cross priced between $25,094 and $33,711.
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. The Mazda3 Sedan is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 488 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, 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:
$24,766 - $35,515
Used Asking Price:
$22,880 - $34,437
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
38%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$25,094 - $33,711
Used Asking Price:
$27,026 - $35,906
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
31.4%
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 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
16 out of / 51Ranking
19 out of / 51Ranking
19 out of / 51Toyota Corolla Cross Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 61Ranking
4 out of / 61Ranking
5 out of / 24Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Trim Levels
2.5 S, 2.5 S Carbon Edition, 2.5 S Preferred, 2.5 S Premium, 2.5 S Select, 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):
28 / 37 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 488 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:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
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:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 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:
3126 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:
alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
215/65R17
