2021 Mazda 3 vs. 2021 Honda Civic

When choosing between the 2021 Mazda 3 and the 2021 Honda Civic, you may be at a loss as to which one you should go for. To inform your decision, all factors including design and style, technology and safety as well as performance have to be taken into consideration. We make it easy for you to compare and contrast the two with this guide.

Design & Style

The Mazda 3 features heated seats and a supportive backrest for your comfort. In addition, it comes with a generously sized legroom and sufficient reach in the steering column for optimal comfort and functionality. The boot is large enough for six carry-on suitcases and everything is logically clustered and well-constructed, making this model a truly attractive option.  

The Honda Civic is roomy enough for a small car model, offering strategically placed storage cabbies throughout the vehicle. Featuring one of the biggest trunks within its class, you do not have to worry about not having enough room for your cargo.

Technology & Safety

The Mazda 3 does not lag behind on entertainment, featuring an 8.8 inch infotainment system controlled by a clickwheel on the console complemented by voice recognition and a Bose 12-speaker system. Driver assisted safety features such as rear vehicle monitoring, blind spot monitoring and emergency signal system are present alongside air bags for the front side, front head, rear head, driver and passenger and many more.

With a 7.0 inch touchscreen and a volume knob for the audio system, the Honda Civic features Apple CarPlay and Android Connectivity. Although it has 2 USB ports and a 12-volt outlet in the front, the rear seats are unconnected, docking several points off the technology aspect. Driver-assistance features such as forward-collision warning and automatic high beams are just two features you can expect from the Honda Civic.

Performance

The Mazda 3 delivers up to 320 lb-ft of torque and 250 horsepower. It is coupled with the i-Active AWD, which makes use of the car's g-sensors in calculating how weight shifts from each individual tire. This allows the vehicle to send torque to those that can generate the most grip, a lifesaver during harsh weather conditions.

Depending on the model you go for within the Honda Civic series, you will get four-cylinder engines with either a 138 lb-ft of torque alongside 158 horsepower or 162 lb-ft of torque alongside 174 horsepower. While impressive, the Mazda 3 delivers much superior performance.

The Bottom Line

Now, time for the big decision: will you go for the Mazda 3 or Honda Civic? We think the answer is obvious. The Mazda 3 can offer so much more in terms of performance, design and style as well as technology and safety.

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