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Compare Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Subaru Impreza Outback Sport

Mazda 3 Hatchback
2024 Mazda 3 Hatchback
Select configuration:
$25,690
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.8
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Subaru Impreza Outback Sport
2011 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport
Select configuration:
$19,995
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 27 MPG
Hwy: 35 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 27 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.9 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
47.1 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
N/A

Photos

Mazda 3 Hatchback
2021-2024 Mazda 3 Hatchback Rear Angle View
2021-2024 Mazda 3 Hatchback Dashboard
36
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Subaru Impreza Outback Sport
2008-2011 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport Rear Angle View
2008-2011 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport Dashboard
14
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Horsepower
191 hp @ 6000 rpm
170 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
170 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,146 lbs
3,109 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
30 MPG
22 MPG
City
27 MPG
20 MPG
Highway
35 MPG
27 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
N/A
8.5 Tons/yr
EPA rating
N/A
6

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gallons
16.9 gallons
Cruising Range City
356.4 miles
338 miles
Cruising Range Highway
462 miles
456.3 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
175.6 in
173.8 in
Height
56.7 in
58.3 in
Max Width
70.7 in
68.5 in
Front Width
61.7 in
58.7 in
Rear Width
62.2 in
58.9 in
Wheelbase
107.3 in
103.1 in
Ground Clearance
5.5 in
6.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.3 in
43.5 in
Front Seat Headroom
38 in
39.3 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.7 in
54.8 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.6 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.1 in
33.5 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.2 in
37.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53.4 in
53.2 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
50.9 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
20.1 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
47.1 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume to Seat 1
N/A
19 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
N/A
44.4 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
34.8 ft
34.8 ft
Turning Diameter Wall to Wall
N/A
36.7 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 7"
17" x 7.0"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 7"
17" x 7.0"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Double Wishbone

Tires

Front Tire
P215/45VR18
P205/50R17
Rear Tire
P215/45VR18
P205/50R17
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
N/A

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

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

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
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Rollover Rating
N/A

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
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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