COMPARE THE MAZDA3 VS. THE COMPETITION

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Mazda3 vs. Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, and Volkswagen Jetta - Compare Compact Cars in Sarasota

If you want a car that you'll be thrilled to drive every day in Sarasota, FL, consider the new Mazda3. This compact car has nicely weighted steering and strong brakes that make it a joy to take on winding roads. It also has a gorgeous cabin filled with top-notch materials and handy tech features.

Other class rivals like the Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, and VW Jetta have enjoyable driving dynamics, but none can match the crisp handling and plush interior of the Mazda3. Keep reading to see how the Mazda3 at Ed Howard Mazda outshines its competition in the Lakewood Ranch area.

Mazda3 vs. Toyota Corolla

Performance: We believe that a compact car should be both fun to drive and comfortable to ride in. The new Mazda3 has sporty handling around turns, but it also rides gently on straight-aways in Bradenton thanks to its well-damped torsion-beam rear suspension. The new Toyota Corolla has a cushioned ride, but it doesn't stay as composed around sharp turns as the Mazda3.

Tech Features: The new Mazda3's infotainment system comes standard with an 8.8-inch display that looks sleek and modern. It's controlled by a rotary knob that's easy for Venice, FL drivers to access and operate. The new Toyota Corolla comes with a 7.0-inch touch screen and its graphics look a bit dated.

Interior Comfort/Quality: You'll spend a lot of time in your car, so it should be comfy and pleasant to look at. The new Mazda3 has high-quality materials and richer-looking finishes than most of its rivals. The new Toyota Corolla has an attractive cabin, but there are more hard plastics in it than there are in the Mazda3.

Mazda3 vs. Honda Civic

Performance: The new Mazda3 offers three available engines compared to two for the new Honda Civic, and its optional 250-horsepower motor blows away the Civic's 180-horsepower offering. People in North Port will appreciate that the Mazda3 has optional all-wheel drive for better grip on rain-slick roads. All-wheel drive is not available in the Civic.

Tech Features: The new Mazda3 has an 8.8 standard infotainment display that's larger than the new Honda Civic's 7.0-inch standard touch screen. The Civic offers a 9.0-inch screen, but this setup lacks a physical tuning knob for things like scrolling between radio stations.

Interior Comfort/Quality: The new Mazda3 has one of the finest interiors in its class, with soft-touch materials in its base model and genuine leather upholstery, bright metallic trim, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel in higher trims. The new Honda Civic has an appealing cabin, but it doesn't have as nice of a fit-and-finish inside as the Mazda3.

Mazda3 vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Performance: The new Mazda3 is much more enjoyable to drive than the new Volkswagen Jetta. Punta Gorda drivers will love the Mazda3's agile handling, accurate steering, and compliant ride. The new Volkswagen Jetta delivers a smooth ride, but its light steering allows too much body roll when going around turns.

Tech Features: The new Mazda3's standard 8.8-inch infotainment display looks even larger than it is, thanks to a well-designed bezel that floats between two pillow-like dash pads. The new Volkswagen Jetta's standard touch screen is just 6.5 inches long, and the only available upgrade is an 8.0-inch screen.

Interior Comfort/Quality: The new Mazda3's well-appointed cabin has a premium feel, with a tasteful design and superb materials. The new Volkswagen Jetta has some fine materials inside, but hard plastics on the center console and doors take away from its overall quality.

Test Drive the New Mazda3 at Ed Howard Mazda in Sarasota, FL

The new Mazda3 outdoes its rivals by delivering sporty performance and a refined interior. Ed Howard Mazda has many Mazda3 models for sale in Sarasota. Come see us and test drive one today.

Disclaimer: dealer fee is $995.00

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    Sarasota, FL 34231

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