Every year we see the release of a large number of mid-size sedans and the time has now come to comepare the Hyundai Elantra up against the Mazda 3 to see who wins when it comes to price, style, comfort and features.
The Hyundai Elantra runs on a 148 hp 1.8 liter gas 4 cylinder engine together with a six speed manual. The car gives 40mpg on the highway and 29mpg in the city. The vehicle is just as efficient as the Mazda when it is on the city, however it is less efficient than the Mazda on the highway. The Elantra comes with features such as power exterior mirror control, climate control A/C, the standard USB and iPod connection, audio input jack and satellite radio. The selling price for the Elantra begins at $16,695.
The Mazda 3 is powered by a 155hp 2.0 liter gas 4 cylinder together with a six speed manual. The vehicle has the ability to do 41mpg on the highway and 29mpg in the city. It is a bit more fuel efficient than the Hyundai Elantra when on the highway. The Mazda 3 comes with interior features such as the standard audio jack, USB/iPod connection, 1-touch windows, sports seats, keyless entry and keyless ignition. The vehicle also includes safety features such as rear center 3-point belt, rear door child safety locks, active head restraints and EBD. The selling price for the Mazda 3 is $16,945.
Out of the two mid-size sedans is looks like the Mazda 3 is the winner here. There is not a lot of difference in the fuel efficiency and pricetag of the two vehicles, however the Mazda 3 comes with a larger amount of interior and safety features.
