MAZDA3 Hatchback vs Atenza

Mazda · Mazda

1/4 Mile winner

MAZDA3 Hatchback

Beats the Atenza by 0.15s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the MAZDA3 Hatchback beats the Atenza comfortably, finishing 0.15 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the MAZDA3 Hatchback thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

186 hp

192 hp

0–100 km/h

8.3s

8.5s

Top speed

210 km/h

Engine

2.5L SkyActiv-G

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

252 Nm

Price

$26,000

$25,000

Simulated race times

Distance

MAZDA3 Hatchback

Atenza

100 m

7.258s

7.337s

1/8 mile

10.708s

10.819s

1/4 mile

16.052s

16.205s

1 km

28.595s

28.820s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Atenza is $25,000 vs $26,000 for the MAZDA3 Hatchback — a $1,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: MAZDA3 Hatchback is 0.20s quicker (8.3s vs 8.5s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the MAZDA3 Hatchback or the Atenza?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the MAZDA3 Hatchback is faster, beating the Atenza by 0.15 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the MAZDA3 Hatchback vs the Atenza?

The MAZDA3 Hatchback hits 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds, while the Atenza does it in 8.5 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The MAZDA3 Hatchback produces 186 hp; the Atenza produces 192 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The MAZDA3 Hatchback tops out at 210 km/h, and the Atenza reaches 210 km/h.

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