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Compare Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Pontiac Vibe

Mazda 3 Hatchback
2024 Mazda 3 Hatchback
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$25,690
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.8
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Pontiac Vibe
2010 Pontiac Vibe
Select configuration:
$16,100
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
1.8L Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
4-Speed Automatic (+$850)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 27 MPG
Hwy: 35 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 32 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
47.1 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
49.4 ft³

Photos

Mazda 3 Hatchback
2021-2024 Mazda 3 Hatchback Rear Angle View
2021-2024 Mazda 3 Hatchback Dashboard
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Pontiac Vibe
2008-2010 Pontiac Vibe Rear Angle View
2008-2010 Pontiac Vibe Front Seats
12
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
1.8L Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
191 hp @ 6000 rpm
132 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
128 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
5-Speed Manual
4-Speed Automatic (+$850)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,146 lbs
2,856 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
30 MPG
28 MPG
City
27 MPG
26 MPG
Highway
35 MPG
32 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
N/A
6.7 Tons/yr
EPA rating
N/A
8

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gallons
13 gallons
Cruising Range City
356.4 miles
338 miles
Cruising Range Highway
462 miles
416 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
175.6 in
171.1 in
Height
56.7 in
61 in
Max Width
70.7 in
69.5 in
Front Width
61.7 in
59.8 in
Rear Width
62.2 in
59.9 in
Wheelbase
107.3 in
102.4 in
Ground Clearance
5.5 in
5.8 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.3 in
41.6 in
Front Seat Headroom
38 in
40.5 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.7 in
53.3 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.6 in
52.3 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.1 in
36.2 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.2 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53.4 in
52.6 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
50.9 in
43.7 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
20.1 ft³
20.1 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
47.1 ft³
49.4 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
34.8 ft
35.3 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Steel Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 7"
16" x TBD
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 7"
16" x TBD

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Independent
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam

Tires

Front Tire
P215/45VR18
P205/55R16
Rear Tire
P215/45VR18
P205/55R16
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Ceramic Metallic
  • Deep Crystal Blue Mica
  • Jet Black Mica
  • Machine Gray Metallic
  • Platinum Quartz Metallic
  • Soul Red Crystal Metallic
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Leatherette Seat Trim
  • Ebony, Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Not Available
Premium Sound System
Not Available
Optional
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Not Available
MP3 Player
Standard
Optional

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Not Available
Cloth Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Optional
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Not Available
Optional

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Optional
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Optional
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Emissions
N/A
2 Years / 24,000 Miles
Rust-Through
N/A
6 Years / 100,000 Miles
Short Term California
N/A
3 Years / 50,000 Miles
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