It’s easy to get lost in a sea of options when you’re searching for your next new vehicle. Whether you’re trying to find a luxury car, a practical three-row SUV, or an affordable compact car, comparison shopping can sometimes become tiresome. That’s why we’ve put together this handy post for our fellow compact car shoppers around North NJ. We hope that by providing you with some key information about the Mazda3 and one of its main competitors, the Honda Civic, we can make your new car buying experience a touch easier.

Mazda3 vs Honda Civic

Price

The Honda Civic has a starting price of $18,840. In contrast, while a similarly equipped Mazda3 costs just $18,095 – about $745 less, which is enough for a couple of nice dinners or perhaps a new wardrobe.

Power

The Mazda3 comes equipped with an efficient yet competent 155-horsepower four-cylinder engine equipped with MAZDA SKYACTIV® technology. The Honda Civic comes standard with a 158-horsepower engine.

Safety

Both the Civic and Mazda3 are safe cars by most accounts. Still, the Mazda3 comes standard with a backup camera in addition to Smart City Brake Support technology (a pre-collision system that applies your Mazda3’s brakes when a potential collision is detected). The Honda Civic can be equipped with active safety features as well, but none come standard.

Technology

Technology is a very important factor in deciding which new car to buy these days. That’s why we’re proud that the Mazda3 offers a standard 7" touchscreen infotainment system with standard HD Radio and two USB ports. The Honda Civic only comes with a standard 5" touchscreen infotainment system with one USB port.

Schedule a Test Drive Today

There’s much more we could say about the amazing Mazda3 and how it compares to vehicles like the Honda Civic. But we suggest visiting our Mazda3 comparison page. And if you still want to learn more, we suggest you contact us to schedule a test-drive in the Mazda3 today!