2019 Mazda 3 vs. 2019 Hyundai Elantra Sedan

The 2019 Mazda 3 has some of the most attractive features that you want in a compact vehicle. It is no wonder why it stands out among other cars in the same segment. The tons of active features make even the all-new 2019 Hyundai Elantra pale in comparison even if it is one of the best-selling cars in the compact category.

Design & Style

The new Mazda 3 is upgraded to have soft body contours in exchange for the character lines of the older version. It even resembles a Mazda CX-5 when viewed from the back. Inside its cabin, the styling is elegant with a leather-wrapped dash that looks and feels luxurious to touch.

The latest Elantra is a refreshed version with a new exterior design compared to the previous models. It has a reshaped hood, new fenders and rear bumper, and new wheel design. Not much has changed inside the cabin, though, but they updated the gauges and other implements.

Technology & Safety

For the infotainment system, it is great that the Mazda 3 offers both the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for smartphone integration. Elantra offers the same connectivity only on the higher trims. The same goes for safety features. Driver aids that are considered to be basic on other cars are only offered on the higher Elantra trims. The Mazda 3, on the other hand, is equipped with standard driver aids plus the addition of i-Active sense technology. It is one of the most advanced driver-monitoring systems that reduce the risk of having accidents. It uses infrared technology to determine if the driver is sleepy or unfit to drive the car.

Performance

The base model for the Mazda 3 has a 2.0-liter engine with 155 hp and 150 lb-ft of torque. It does, however, have a higher trim that has a more powerful 2.5-liter engine for the 186 hp and 186 lb-ft of torque. Either way, the Mazda 3 feels more powerful to drive compared to the 2.0 liter 147 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque of the Elantra.

If you prefer power and a fast car that will impressively perform on the road, the Elantra cannot beat the Mazda 3. It has a more powerful and fuel-efficient engine and runs fast and smooth.

The Bottom Line

Comparing the two, it is easy to see why the 2019 Mazda 3 stands out than the 2019 Hyundai Elantra Sedan. It is a car that can be enjoyed the whole year because of its power, style, and road performance. Then there is the addition of the i-Active sense technology. It instantly made the new Mazda 3 more upscale than it already is.

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