2023 Mazda3 Compared to 2023 Toyota Corolla Page

2023 Mazda3 vs. 2023 Toyota Corolla 

Available as both a sedan and a hatchback, the 2023 Mazda3 continues to be a leading choice for discerning mid-Michigan customers. Not only does the vehicle offer excellent performance and a premium interior, but its price is remarkably accessible. All of this comes together to make the Mazda3 a fantastic choice for a first-time vehicle shopper or a customer that just wants a quality everyday cruiser. When the 2023 Mazda3 is compared to the 2023 Toyota Corolla, several noteworthy areas of the Mazda are improvements over its Toyota counterpart.  

Performance 

New for the 2023 model year of the Mazda3 is the previously optional 2.5L SKYACTIV®-G four-cylinder engine that now comes standard. Delivering 191 horsepower, every moment behind the wheel of this excellent sedan or hatchback is sure to be memorable. Comparatively, the Toyota Corolla is equipped with a 2.0L four-cylinder engine. This powertrain only offers drivers 169 horsepower to work with. The standard transmission in the 2023 Mazda3 is a six-speed SKYACTIV®-Drive automatic for seamless gear shifting. A Continuously Variable Transmission finds its home in the 2023 Corolla. Both vehicles come with standard FWD handling with available AWD on select trims.  

Interior Features 

Not only is the 2023 Mazda3 more powerful than its Toyota counterpart, but it also offers more passenger space for occupants of the sedan or hatchback to enjoy. With 92.8 total cubic feet of room for occupants in the 2023 Mazda3 compared to the 88.2 cubic feet in the Corolla, more comfortable sitting is assured. The Mazda3 also comes with 13.2 cubic feet of cargo space in the trunk which is slightly larger than the 13.1 cubic feet of the Toyota. A vast array of infotainment features is accessible in both vehicles. The 8.8-inch touchscreen for the MAZDA CONNECT™ infotainment system is easier to access than the eight-inch display in the Toyota. Both offer Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for compatible devices to connect with. However, the Mazda3 comes with standard integrated navigation that is optional in the Toyota.  

Safety Features 

Being well-placed in the family-centric vehicle market, both the Mazda and the Toyota are equipped with a plethora of high-end systems. This includes welcome features such as Automatic Emergency Braking and Forward Collision Warning. These make sure that drivers are always aware of what is going on in front of them and react when the driver can’t. Lane Departure Warning and Lane Keeping Assist help ensure that the vehicles stay where they are meant to while cruising to prevent unintentional veering.  

Purchase the 2023 Mazda3 Sedan or Hatchback at Thelen Mazda 

With its striking exterior appearance, well-equipped interior, and robust performance, the 2023 Mazda3 sedan or hatchback is a fantastic mid-Michigan cruiser. Make your way to Thelen Mazda in Bay City, MI, and ask one of our sales associates about how we can make your dream of owning an accessible vehicle a reality. We know that you will love every moment you get to spend behind the wheel of this sensational vehicle!