It was over 40 years ago that a nationwide oil crisis sent automakers scrambling over blueprints to create a new age of economy cars for the American public. Since then, the segment has evolved into something extraordinary. Today’s compact cars are beloved for their ability to offer outstanding gas mileage as well as crisp driving dynamics, city-friendly dimensions, and perhaps above all, affordable pricing. In this comparison, we explore some of the factors that our customers in Mesquite, TX often consider when choosing the 2021 Mazda3 Sedan over the 2021 Toyota Corolla. If you like what you see, you can get a closer look at the Mazda3 in our inventory here at Metro Mazda Mesquite.
2021 Mazda3 | vs | 2021 Toyota Corolla |
$20,500 | Starting MSRP | $19,925 |
155 - 250 horsepower | Engine Output | 139 - 169 horsepower |
92.8 cubic feet | Passenger Volume | 88.6 cubic feet |
Available | All-Wheel Drive | Not Available |
The numbers show that the 2021 Mazda3 Sedan outclasses the 2021 Toyota Corolla by providing more interior space, more potent engines, and available all-wheel drive. The advantages only become more apparent when we start vetting the Mazda3’s captivating interior and tech highlights. For instance, every 2021 Mazda3 Sedan comes loaded with an 8.8-inch MAZDA CONNECT™ display, keyless entry, push-button start, rain-sensing windshield wipers, automatic high beams, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.
The range of creature comforts and conveniences goes from great to grand as you continue to work your way up the collection of Mazda3 trim levels. Just some of the impressive features found towards the top of the range include:
Three engines are available on the 2021 Mazda3 Sedan. The first two are a standard 155-horsepower 2.0L SKYACTIV®-G and a 186-horsepower 2.5L SKYACTIV®-G. New for 2021 is a turbocharged 2.5L SKYACTIV®-G engine that puts out 250 horsepower and a stout 320 pound-feet of torque. In addition, nearly all trims can be optioned with all-wheel drive–a feature that’s rare for the segment, to say the least.
For a more in-depth experience, drivers in the Mesquite, TX area can test drive the Mazda3 at Metro Mazda Mesquite.