Mazda MAZDA3 vs. Mazda MAZDA6 Review

Cost
In terms of MSRP, the Mazda MAZDA6 costs significantly more than the Mazda MAZDA3.

Utility
The MAZDA6 and the Mazda MAZDA3 can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Mazda MAZDA6 offers a bit more head room than the Mazda MAZDA3, there frankly isn't much of a difference. While the rear of the MAZDA6 provides a bit more head- and leg-room than the Mazda MAZDA3, there frankly isn't much of a difference.

Dimensions
The MAZDA6 is tremendously more bulky than the Mazda MAZDA3. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the MAZDA6 than the Mazda MAZDA3 because of its bigger tank. The Mazda MAZDA3 and the MAZDA6 compete for the same parking spaces.

Handling
With their comparable turning circles, the Mazda MAZDA3 and the Mazda MAZDA6 definitely handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Mazda MAZDA6 has a larger engine than the Mazda MAZDA3. Remember that smaller engines are often cheaper to fix, but smaller engines can be stressed more. The Mazda MAZDA3 could learn a lesson or two from the Mazda MAZDA6 in terms of torque.

Warranty
The Mazda MAZDA3 and the MAZDA6 have the same basic after-sale protection.