KIA Niro Hybrid vs Mazda 3 Hatchback Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	Impressive fuel economy of 52 mpg Priced low as a crossover SUV Exceptional 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty Read More	--
Things we don't like	Sluggish 1.6L engine Available in only FWD Moderate cargo space Read More	--

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	Direct Injection
Compression Ratio	13:1	13.0:1
Battery Type	Lithium-Ion Polymer	--
Motor Type	AC Synchronous Permanent Magnet Motor	--
Battery Voltage	360 V	--
Battery Capacity	24.7 Ah	--

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Transmission

Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed
Transmission Type	Dual Clutch	Automatic
Drive Type	FWD	FWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	1580 cc	2488 cc
Power	104 hp	186 hp
Torque	148 Nm	252 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Secondary Engine Max Torque	169 Nm	--
Secondary Engine Max Power	64 hp	--

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Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	43 L	50 L
Length	4356 mm	4460 mm
Ground Clearance	160 mm	140 mm
Width	1806 mm	1796 mm
Height	1544 mm	1440 mm
Wheel Base	2700 mm	2725 mm
Front Tread	1565 mm	1567 mm
Rear Tread	1580 mm	1580 mm
No Of Doors	5	4
Kerb Weight	1538 kg	1398 kg
Gross Weight	2000 kg	--
Front Headroom	1018 mm	965 mm
Front Legroom	1059 mm	1074 mm
Rear Headroom	993 mm	945 mm
Rear Legroom	950 mm	892 mm
Cargo Volume	--	569 L

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Torsion Beam

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	16 Inch	18 Inch
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R16	R18
Tyre Size	--	215/45 R18

Steering

Steering Type	Power	Electric Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Adjustable
Turning Radius	5.3 m	5.5 m
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Steering Gear Type	--	Rack & Pinion

Security

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

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

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DOHC DOHC
Engine	1.6 L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 1.6 L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	2.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

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

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	--	Yes

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Exterior

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

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	No	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	No
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Advance Safety Feature	Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist	--
Headlamp Type	Projector Projector	LED LED
Electric Adjustable Seats	--	No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	--	Yes

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