2022 Mazda3 vs. 2022 Honda Civic
2022 Mazda3 vs 2022 Honda Civic
Overview
The compact sedan and hatchback classes are dominated by the 2022 Mazda3 and 2022 Honda Civic. But which one is the contender for the best-in-class awards? Let's see how they compare side by side.
All-Weather Confidence
It's surprising for a compact car to be outfitted with an all-wheel-drive system, but the 2022 Mazda3 pulls it off. If you live in a place that can see snowy and icy winters — such as Rochester, New York — the Mazda3's available i-Activ all-wheel-drive system is worth the upgrade. Like many of the Mazda3's competitors, the Honda Civic doesn't offer an all-wheel-drive option.
Usable Power
The Honda Civic and Mazda3 have similarly sized starting engines that offer different outputs. The Civic gets three more horsepower from its entry-level four-cylinder engine: 158 versus the Mazda3's 155 horsepower. However, the Mazda3 utilizes more of that muscle with real-world, low-end torque. The Mazda3 creates 150 pound-feet of torque while the Civic gets only 138 pound-feet. This makes the Mazda3 much more exciting and dynamic with its acceleration than the Civic. If you want even more power from your sedan, both models offer available upgraded engines. However, the Mazda3 leaves the Civic even further behind with its 250-horsepower turbocharged engine. The Civic can get up to 180 horsepower. There's just no denying that the 2022 Mazda3 has some huge advantages over competitors, such as the 2022 Honda Civic. If you're interested to see how else the Mazda3 rules the compact car world, swing by Rochester Mazda to get your chance behind the wheel.
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