Mazda vs. Volkswagen

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Mazda and Volkswagen 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 Volkswagen cars.

When comparing the Mazda brand to the Volkswagen brand, Mazda has the advantage in the areas of used car pricing, depreciation, towing capacity, overall quality, reliability, safety, retained value and vehicle rankings. Volkswagen has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, horsepower, fuel efficiency and variety of models offered.

Mazda versus Volkswagen: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Mazda versus Volkswagen pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Volkswagen in 5 out of 5 vehicle comparisons. In contrast, Mazda has lower used vehicle starting prices in 3 out of 5 vehicle comparisons. Mazda models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 5 out of 5 comparisons.

Mazda versus Volkswagen: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Volkswagen vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 3 out of 5 model comparisons, with Mazda offering more horsepower in 2 comparisons. Volkswagen offers higher MPG for its vehicles in their base trim in 3 out of 3 comparisons. Mazda offers a greater towing capacity in 3 out of 3 comparisons.

Mazda versus Volkswagen: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: A comparison of Mazda versus Volkswagen overall quality ratings shows Mazda with higher quality ratings in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. In terms of reliability ratings, Mazda has the advantage in 1 out of 1 comparisons. Mazda has better safety ratings in 5 out of 5 comparisons. Mazda shows higher ratings for retained value in 5 out of 5 comparisons.

Best Car Rankings: Mazda has better car rankings in 7 categories: Mazda CX-5 in Best 5-seater SUVs, Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback in Best Compact Cars, Mazda CX-5 in Best Crossover SUVs, Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback in Best Hatchbacks, Mazda Mazda6 in Best Midsize Cars, Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback in Best Small Cars, and Mazda CX-5 in Best Small SUVs.

Most Reliable Car Rankings: Mazda has better car rankings in 4 categories: Mazda CX-5 in Most Reliable Crossover SUVs, Mazda Mazda6 in Most Reliable Midsize Cars, Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback in Most Reliable Small Cars, and Mazda CX-5 in Most Reliable Small SUVs.

Safest Car Rankings: Mazda has better car rankings in 5 categories: Mazda CX-30 in Safest Crossover SUVs, Mazda Mazda6 in Safest Midsize Cars, Mazda CX-90 in Safest Midsize SUVs, Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback in Safest Small Cars, and Mazda CX-90 in Safest SUVs with 3 Rows.

Best Cars for the Money Rankings: Mazda has better car rankings in 3 categories: Mazda CX-5 in Best Crossover SUVs for the Money, Mazda Mazda3 Sedan in Best Small Cars for the Money, and Mazda CX-5 in Best Small SUVs for the Money.

Available Body Styles: Mazda offers 8 SUVs, 1 sedan, 2 convertibles, and 1 hatchback. In comparison, Volkswagen offers 5 SUVs, 2 sedans, 2 hatchbacks, and 1 minivan.

Drivetrain Options: Mazda offers 8 gasoline vehicles, 1 hybrid, and 2 plug-in hybrids. Volkswagen offers 8 gasoline vehicles and 2 electric vehicles.

Mazda offers 9 all-wheel-drive models, 1 front-wheel-drive model, and 2 rear-wheel-drive models. Volkswagen offers 7 all-wheel-drive models, 7 front-wheel-drive models, and 2 rear-wheel-drive models.