Mazda vs. Mercedes-Benz

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Mazda and Mercedes-Benz contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Mazda and Mercedes-Benz cars.

When comparing the Mazda brand to the Mercedes-Benz brand, Mazda has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, used car pricing, depreciation and retained value. Mercedes-Benz has the advantage in the areas of horsepower, towing capacity, safety and variety of models offered.

Mazda versus Mercedes-Benz: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Mazda versus Mercedes-Benz pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Mazda in 2 out of 2 vehicle comparisons. Mazda also has a lower used vehicle starting price in 2 out of 2 comparisons. Mazda models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 2 out of 2 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Mazda, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Mazda the overall advantage over Mercedes-Benz.

Mazda versus Mercedes-Benz: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Mercedes-Benz vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 2 out of 2 model comparisons. Mercedes-Benz offers a greater towing capacity in 1 out of 1 comparisons.

Mazda versus Mercedes-Benz: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Mercedes-Benz has better safety ratings in 1 out of 2 comparisons. Mazda shows higher ratings for retained value in 2 out of 2 comparisons.

Available Body Styles: Mazda offers 8 SUVs, 1 sedan, 2 convertibles, and 1 hatchback. In comparison, Mercedes-Benz offers 12 SUVs, 1 wagon, 11 sedans, 3 coupes, and 3 convertibles.

Drivetrain Options: Mazda offers 8 gasoline vehicles, 1 hybrid, and 2 plug-in hybrids. Mercedes-Benz offers 13 gasoline vehicles, 7 plug-in hybrids, and 4 electric vehicles.

Mazda offers 9 all-wheel-drive models, 1 front-wheel-drive model, and 2 rear-wheel-drive models. Mercedes-Benz offers 16 all-wheel-drive models, 4 front-wheel-drive models, and 8 rear-wheel-drive models.