Compare 2012 Mazda Mazda3 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $15,800 | $16,130 | $15,345 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $14,801 | $15,243 | $14,918 |
| Destination | $795 | $795 | $775 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | N/A | Manual | Provision |
| Air Filter | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | N/A | N/A | Dual |
| Cargo Net | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Clock | In-dash | In-dash | In-dash |
| Compass | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Cruise Control | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Urethane | Urethane |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | Front | N/A |
| Ashtray | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Overhead Console | N/A | N/A | Mini With Storage |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Rubber Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Driver | N/A | N/A |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver | Driver | Driver |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Instrumentation | Digital/analog | Analog | Digital/analog |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Exterior Temperature Display | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | N/A | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | Mechanical | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Remote Trunk Release | Mechanical | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Urethane | Urethane |
| Air Compressor | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | 60-40 Bench | 60-40 Bench |
| Rear Armrest | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Cloth | Premium Cloth |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | XM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Speakers | 4 | 4 | 6 |
| Equalizer | N/A | Automatic | N/A |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | N/A | 1 | N/A |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Delay-off Headlamps | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Entry | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Remote Keyless Entry | N/A | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | N/A | Optional | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| First Aid Kit | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (24 Month/25,000 Mileage), Maintenance (24 Month/25,000 Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Powertrain (120 Month/100,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (84 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (60 Month/60,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 120 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 84 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 24 Months/25,000 Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | 24 Months/25,000 Miles | N/A |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | N/A | Body-colored | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Black | Body-colored | With Chrome Bar |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | Front |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Spoiler | Wing | Wing | N/A |
| Roof Rack | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Front Tires | P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS | P195/65SR15.0 BSW AS | P195/65TR15.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 16" Steel | 15" Steel | 15" Steel |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | N/A |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Fixed Interval | Variable Intermittent |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 1.8L I-4 | 1.8L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | Front Disc/rear Drum | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | N/A | Optional | SHIFTRONIC |
| Transmission | 5-spd Man W/OD | 5-spd Man W/OD | 6-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 4.11 | 4.31 | 4.33 |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 180.7 " | 180.0 " | 178.3 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 69.1 " | 69.4 " | 69.9 " |
| Exterior Height | 57.9 " | 57.7 " | 56.5 " |
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 | 1.8L I-4 | 1.8L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 148 @ 6,500 Rpm | 132 @ 6,000 Rpm | 148 @ 6,500 Rpm |
| Torque | 135 @ 4,500 Rpm | 128 @ 4,400 Rpm | 131 @ 4,700 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Fuel Economy - City | 25 Mpg | 27 Mpg | 28 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 33 Mpg | 34 Mpg | 38 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 8.5 Seconds | 8.6 Seconds | 7.8 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 16.6 Seconds | 16.8 Seconds | 16.3 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 84 Mph | 83 Mph | 86 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .8 | .8 |
| Slalom Speed | 61 Mph | 60 Mph | 60 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.44/3.27 " | 3.17/3.48 " | 3.19/3.43 " |
| Curb Weight | 2,866 Lbs. | 2,734 Lbs. | 2,661 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | 3,836 Lbs. | 3,792 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | N/A | 1,500 Lbs. | N/A |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 " | 102.4 " | 106.3 " |
| Front Track | 60.4 " | 60.2 " | 61.5 " |
| Rear Track | 59.8 " | 60.4 " | 62.0 " |
| Turning Radius | 17.1 '' | 17.7 '' | 17.4 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | .29 | .29 | .28 |
| Front Legroom | 42.0 " | 41.7 " | 43.6 " |
| Rear Legroom | 36.2 " | 36.3 " | 33.1 " |
| Front Headroom | 38.9 " | 38.8 " | 40.0 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.5 " | 37.2 " | 37.1 " |
| Front Hip Room | 53.7 " | 53.0 " | 53.5 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 52.2 " | 43.9 " | 52.7 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 54.9 " | 54.8 " | 55.9 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 54.0 " | 54.6 " | 54.8 " |
| Luggage Volume | 11.8 Cu.ft. | 12.3 Cu.ft. | 14.8 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 11.8 Cu.ft. | 12.3 Cu.ft. | 14.8 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 94 Cu.ft. | 92 Cu.ft. | 96 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 14.5 Gal. | 13.2 Gal. | 12.8 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Overall | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Overall Side | 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Driver's | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole | 3 | 3 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Barrier | 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Overall Front | 5 | 4 | 4 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | good | good |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Driver Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | acceptable | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | acceptable | acceptable |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Overall Side | good | good | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Roof Strength | good | good | good |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | acceptable | good | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | acceptable | good | good |
| Head/Neck | good | acceptable | good |
| Dynamic Rating | good | good | good |
