Toyota Corolla vs. Mazda Mazda3 Sedan
When we compare the Toyota Corolla's and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Corolla has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value and overall quality score. The Mazda Mazda3 Sedan has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Corolla's and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Toyota Corolla vs. Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Pricing
For a new model, the Toyota Corolla's price is between $22,994 and $28,310, with the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan priced between $25,736 and $36,891.
Toyota Corolla vs. Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Corolla loses 32.8 percent of its value and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan loses 38 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Corolla retains 5.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan.
Toyota Corolla vs. Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Corolla is 8.8 out of 10 while the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Corolla being ranked 3 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan being ranked 5 out of 26. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Toyota Corolla is ranked 5 and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan is ranked 7.
Toyota Corolla vs. Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Corolla is 8.7 out of 10. For the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan the reliability rating is 8.9 out of 10. This gives the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Toyota Corolla.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Toyota Corolla’s base engine makes 169 horsepower, and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan base engine makes 191 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Toyota Corolla has the advantage in the area of front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota Corolla and the Mazda Mazda3 Sedan have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
22994 - 28310
Used Asking Price:
22996 - 28743
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.328198
Pricing
New Asking Price:
25736 - 36891
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.380239
Toyota Corolla Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.828382 / 10
Reliability:
8.685147 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
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 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 18Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 43Ranking
20 out of / 26Ranking
27 out of / 43Ranking
35 out of / 43Mazda Mazda3 Sedan Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
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 / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Toyota Corolla Trim Levels
LE, Nightshade, SE, XSE
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
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
169 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
151 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
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:
2.5 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
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
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
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.6 cubic feet
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
Overall Interior Volume:
92.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2955 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
182.5 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16