Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Volkswagen Golf GTI Comparison

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Things we like	--	Powerful 2.0L Turbo engine Comfortable and spacious interiors Refined manual and automatic transmission. Read More
Things we don't like	--	Most expensive in its class Adaptive cruise control available on top-grade only Average safety scores Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	Direct Fuel Injection
Compression Ratio	13.0:1	9.6:1

Transmission

Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed
Transmission Type	Automatic	Manual
Drive Type	FWD	FWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	2488 cc	1996 cc
Power	186 hp	228 hp
Torque	252 Nm	350 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	569 L	--
Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	50 L	50 L
Length	4460 mm	4267 mm
Ground Clearance	140 mm	127 mm
Width	1796 mm	1798 mm
Height	1440 mm	--
Wheel Base	2725 mm	2631 mm
Front Tread	1567 mm	1539 mm
Rear Tread	1580 mm	1516 mm
No Of Doors	4	5
Kerb Weight	1398 kg	1375 kg
Front Headroom	965 mm	975 mm
Front Legroom	1074 mm	1046 mm
Rear Headroom	945 mm	968 mm
Rear Legroom	892 mm	904 mm
Gross Weight	--	1900 kg

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Suspension & Brakes

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

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	18 Inch	18 Inch
Tyre Size	215/45 R18	225/40 R18
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R18	R18

Steering

Steering Type	Electric Power	Electric Power
Steering Column	Adjustable	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	5.5 m	5.4 m
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes

Security

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

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Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	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
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	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
Side Airbag-Rear	--	Yes

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DOHC DOHC
Engine	2.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.5L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	No
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	--
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	--
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	No	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	No	--
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	--
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
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	--
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	--
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	--
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	No	No
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	--
Vanity Mirror	No	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Keyless Entry	Yes	--
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	--	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	--	No
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	--	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	--	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	No
CD Player	--	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
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Moon Roof	No	--
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Rear Brake Type	Discs Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Window Washer	--	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	--	Yes
Roof Carrier	--	No
Sun Roof	--	No
Roof Rail	--	No

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Miscellaneous

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

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