Mazda MAZDA3 vs. Honda Civic Hybrid Review

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the MAZDA3 packs quite a punch and will knock the Honda Civic Hybrid down a few rungs. On the other hand, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their comparable turning radii, the Mazda and the Honda Civic Hybrid likely handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Mazda MAZDA3's engine is significantly more massive than the Honda Civic Hybrid's. Bear in mind that larger engines may use more gas than smaller ones. Torque equals pickup, and the MAZDA3 will have picked up and gone by the time the Honda Civic Hybrid finally gets moving. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Mazda MAZDA3 is substantially more powerful than the Civic Hybrid.

Utility
Neither the Mazda nor the Honda Civic Hybrid has a marked advantage as far as seating capacity.

Convenience
You will definitely have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Mazda than with the Honda Civic Hybrid.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Civic Hybrid offers a bit more head room than the Mazda MAZDA3, there really isn't much of a difference. The Mazda is not particularly roomier for your passengers than the Honda Civic Hybrid.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Mazda MAZDA3 than the Civic Hybrid because of its larger tank. The Honda Civic Hybrid and the Mazda MAZDA3 compete for the same parking spaces.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs about the same to get the Honda Civic Hybrid to the dealership as the Mazda MAZDA3. The MAZDA3 pales in comparison to the Honda Civic Hybrid regarding fuel economy. When it comes to gas mileage, the Civic Hybrid bests the MAZDA3. In terms of MSRP, the Honda Civic Hybrid costs significantly more than the Mazda MAZDA3. The Mazda MAZDA3 will cost you a bundle in gas every year compared to the Civic Hybrid.

Warranty
The Honda Civic Hybrid and the Mazda MAZDA3 have the same basic after-sale protection.