Mazda Mazda 3 vs BMW 1 Series Comparison

    Mazda Mazda 3

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    BMW 1 Series

    2024 Mazda
    Mazda 3
    vs
    2024 BMW
    1 Series
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    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
    CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the small category, between scores of 7.4 and 8.7.
    8.7
    7.8
    8.3
    7.4
    Based on the Mazda Mazda 3 G25 EVOLVE SP VISION
    Based on the BMW 1 Series 18i M SPORT
    Best suitable for...
    City drivingCity driving
    Driving the familyDriving the family
    LuxuryLuxury
    Fuel Efficiency
    51L
    296 to 352 km
    42L - 49L
    248 to 368 km
    ANCAP Safety Rating
    Warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $31,190 - $43,190
    $49,900 - $82,500
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    CarExpert's Take

    Josh Nevett
    Marketplace Journalist
    Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Engaging to drive
    • Loaded with safety kit
    • Premium cabin
    Misses
    • Thirsty in traffic
    • Tight rear seats, boot
    • Expensive servicing
    Max Davies
    Marketplace Journalist
    Max Davies drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Great ride and handling
    • Characterful turbo triple and quality tech
    • Great value proposition alongside M135
    Misses
    • Dynamics ultimately limited by front-drive setup
    • M branding isn't entirely necessary
    • Obnoxious speed limit beeping

    Standard Features

    Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    Wireless phone charger
    Powered tailgate
    Rear air vents
    Adaptive cruise control
    Climate control
    Reversing sensors
    Reversing camera
    Autonomous emergency braking

    Optional Features

    • Metallic Paint Premium (+$595)
    NA

    Colours Available

    The Mazda 3 is available in the following finishes:

    • Platinum Quartz Metallic
    • Sonic Silver Metallic
    • Deep Crystal Blue Mica
    • Jet Black Mica
    • Snowflake White Pearl Mica

    The following finishes cost an additional $495:

    • Polymetal Grey Metallic
    • Soul Red Crystal Metallic
    • Machine Grey Metallic

    The BMW 1 Series is available in the following exterior paint colours:

    • Alpine White
    • Black Sapphire (+$1308)
    • Melbourne Red (+$1308)
    • M Misano Blue (+$1308)
    • Skyscraper Grey (+$1308)
    • Storm Bay metallic (+$2000)
    • Frozen Pure Grey metallic (+$3846)

    The 118i Sport is only available in solid black paint.

    Specs

    Type
    ELECT DIRECT INJ, DIRECT FUEL INJTURBO DIRECT F/INJ
    Size (cc)
    1998 - 24971499 - 1998
    Size (L)
    2.5L, 2.0L1.5L, 2.0L
    Induction
    INLINE 4TURBO 3, TURBO 4
    Camshaft
    VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAMVARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    1612 - 16
    Power
    114kW - 139kW103kW - 233kW
    Power RPM
    60004200 - 5750
    Torque
    200Nm - 252Nm220Nm - 450Nm
    Torque RPM
    40001480 - 2000
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    139.5 - 11.1

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