Mazda MAZDA6 vs. Audi A3 Review

Utility
Neither the Mazda MAZDA6 nor the Audi A3 has a marked advantage regarding seating capacity.

Dimensions
The Mazda MAZDA6 is a tad more ponderous than the Audi A3. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Mazda than the Audi A3 because of its bigger tank. The MAZDA6 rides lower than the Audi, which is a good thing for its center of gravity and ease of access. The A3 and the Mazda MAZDA6 compete for the same parking spaces.

Convenience
You'll likely take the A3 for a fill-up roughly as often as the MAZDA6.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Mazda is substantially cheaper to get to the dealership than the A3. The Mazda MAZDA6 will tax your gas budget considerably more than the A3 will. The A3 will save you money at the pump compared to the Mazda MAZDA6. The Mazda MAZDA6 isn't much less expensive than the A3 when it comes to MSRP.

Handling
The Audi and the MAZDA6 have approximately comparable tires. With its tighter turning radius, the Audi A3 is definitely nimbler than the Mazda MAZDA6, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; on the flip side, keep in mind that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Mazda's engine is considerably more sizeable than the Audi A3's. Note that larger engines may use more gasoline than smaller ones. Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Audi A3 isn't much more powerful than the Mazda.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Mazda MAZDA6 offers a bit more head room than the Audi, there really isn't much of a difference.

Overview
The Audi A3 and the Mazda MAZDA6 have the same basic after-sale protection.