Audi A3 Cabriolet vs Mazda MX-5 Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	--	Eye-catching design Standard AEB Driving position Read More
Things we don't like	--	Small boot CarPlay missing  Firm ride Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	--
Compression Ratio	--	13.0:1

Transmission

Gear Box	7-Speed	6-Speed
Transmission Type	Dual Clutch	Manual
Drive Type	FWD	RWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	1395 cc	1496 cc
Power	147 hp	130 hp
Torque	250 Nm	152 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Acceleration	8.9 s	--
Top Speed	222 kmph	--

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Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity	4 seats	2 seats
Length	4423 mm	3915 mm
Width	1960 mm	1735 mm
Height	1409 mm	1225 mm
Wheel Base	2595 mm	2310 mm
Front Tread	1555 mm	1495 mm
Rear Tread	1526 mm	1505 mm
No Of Doors	2	2
Front Headroom	1000 mm	--
Rear Headroom	921 mm	--
Cargo Volume	--	130 L
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	--	45 L
Ground Clearance	--	125 mm
Kerb Weight	--	1012 kg

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	--	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	--	Multi-Link
Shock Absorbers Type	--	Coil Spring

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	17 Inch	16 Inch
Tyre Size	225/45 R17	195/50 R16
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R17	R16

Steering

Steering Type	Electric Power	Electric Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Steering Gear Type	--	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	--	4.7 m

Security

Smart Access Card Entry	No	No
Power Door Locks	Yes	--
Central Locking	--	Yes
Anti Theft Device	--	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	--	Yes

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	--
Side Airbag-Rear	No	No
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	No
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Optional Optional	--
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	--
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	--
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Ebd	--	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	--	Yes
Traction Control	--	Yes

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Engine Details

Engine	1.4L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve 1.4L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve	1.5L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 1.5L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
Valve Configuration	--	DOHC DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	No	--
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	Optional Optional	No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Optional Optional	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	--
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	No	No
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	No
Seat Lumbar Support	Optional Optional	--
Bottle Holder	Yes	--
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	--
Power Windows Rear	--	No
Rear A/C Vents	--	No
Heated Seats - Rear	--	No
On Board Computer	--	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	--	No
Rear Seat Headrest	--	No
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	--	No

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Entertainment & Communication

FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	--
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	--
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Touch Screen	--	Yes

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Exterior

Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Washer	No	--
Rear Window Defogger	No	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	No	No
Removable Convertible Top	Yes	Yes
Roof Carrier	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Roof Rail	No	No
Adjustable Headlights	--	Yes
Power Antenna	--	No
Tinted Glass	--	Yes
Integrated Antenna	--	Yes
Rear Brake Type	--	Solid Discs Solid Discs
Front Brake Type	--	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	No
Fabric Upholstery	No	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	--
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Optional Optional	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Emission Control System	Yes	--
Headlamp Type	Xenon Xenon	LED LED
Advance Safety Feature	--	Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist
Emission Norm Compliance	--	Euro 5 Euro 5

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