Subaru Impreza vs Mazda Mazda 3 Comparison

    Subaru Impreza

    Mazda Mazda 3

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    2024 Subaru
    Impreza
    vs
    2024 Mazda
    Mazda 3
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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.
    0.0
    7.6
    8.0
    0.0
    Based on the Subaru Impreza 2.0S (AWD)
    Based on the Mazda Mazda 3 G20 TOURING
    Best suitable for...
    City drivingCity driving
    Fuel Efficiency
    50L
    375 km
    51L
    296 to 337 km
    Warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $31,490 - $37,990
    $30,470 - $42,470
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    CarExpert's Take

    Matt Campbell
    Senior Contributor
    Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Only affordable AWD hatch available
    • Nice interior treatment
    • Relatively affordable
    Misses
    • Lacking backseat amenities
    • No real fun-factor
    • Engine/transmission combo feels sluggish
    Max Davies
    Marketplace Journalist
    Max Davies drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Incredibly stylish inside and out
    • Solid, sporty handling
    • Packed full of tech
    Misses
    • Compromised cabin space
    • Overreactive driver monitoring
    • Only adequate performance

    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

    NA
    • Metallic Paint Premium (+$595)

    Colours Available

    All 2024 Impreza variants are available in the following colours:

    • Oasis Blue
    • Pure Red
    • Crystal Black Silica
    • Sapphire Blue Pearl
    • Magnetite Grey Metallic
    • Ice Silver Metallic
    • Crystal White Pearl

    Only a black interior is 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

    Specs

    Type
    DIRECT FUEL INJELECT DIRECT INJ, DIRECT FUEL INJ
    Size (cc)
    19951998 - 2488
    Size (L)
    2.0L2.5L, 2.0L
    Induction
    FLAT 4INLINE 4
    Camshaft
    VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAMVARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    1616
    Power
    115kW114kW - 139kW
    Power RPM
    60006000
    Torque
    196Nm200Nm - 252Nm
    Torque RPM
    40004000
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    12.513

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