Mazda 3 Hatch vs Volkswagen Golf Comparison

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Things we like	Safety features Standard kit Ride quality Read More	Downsized engine with improved performance and delivery Improved fuel economy Convenient handling and satisfying driving experience Sharp exterior designs and comfortable interiors Read More
Things we don't like	Cargo space Cramped interior  High priced base trim   Read More	A little pricey Wheelbase Driver-assist technologies lag behind other competitors Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	Electronic direct injection	--
Compression Ratio	13.0 : 1	10:1

Transmission

Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed

Performance

Engine Displacement	1998 cc	1395 cc
Power	153 hp	148 hp
Torque	200 Nm	250 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	51 L	50 L
Length	4460 mm	4567 mm
Width	1795 mm	1799 mm
Ground Clearance	150 mm	--
Height	1435 mm	1461 mm
Wheel Base	2725 mm	2635 mm
Front Tread	1570 mm	1543 mm
Rear Tread	1580 mm	1514 mm
No Of Doors	5	5
Kerb Weight	1317 kg	--
Cargo Volume	--	605 L

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Torsion Beam	Multi-Link
Shock Absorbers Type	--	Coil Spring

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	16 Inch	16 Inch
Tyre Size	205/60R16	205/55 R16
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R16	R16

Steering

Steering Type	Electric Power	Electric Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Adjustable
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	5.3 m	5.4 m
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes

Security

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

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	--
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	--
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	--	Yes
Brake Assist	--	Yes
Ebd	--	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	--	Yes

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	--
Engine	2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	1.4L Turbocharged Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder Inline, 16 Valve 1.4L Turbocharged Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder Inline, 16 Valve

Comfort & Convenience

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

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Entertainment & Communication

FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	No
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	--
Touch Screen	--	Yes

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Exterior

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

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	No	No
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	No	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	No	No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	LED LED	Halogen Halogen

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