2025 Lexus
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2025 Mazda
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| MPG - City | 19 - 21 MPG | 23 - 27 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 - 31 MPG | 32 - 37 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 241 - 260 hp | 191 - 227 hp |
| Exterior Length | 185.4 in | 183.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 72.4 in | 70.7 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.8 in
Rear 32.2 in |
Front 42.3 in
Rear 35.1 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.2 in
Rear 36.9 in |
Front 37.6 - 38.0 in
Rear 36.7 - 37.3 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mazda Mazda3 than the Lexus IS 300, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Lexus IS 300 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mazda Mazda3.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lexus IS 300 as you will with the Mazda Mazda3, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Lexus IS 300 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mazda Mazda3, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Lexus IS 300 is much wider than the Mazda Mazda3, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
When looking at overall length, the Lexus IS 300 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mazda Mazda3.
Handling
The Lexus IS 300 has about the same turning radius as the Mazda Mazda3, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Lexus IS 300 has a much more powerful engine than the Mazda Mazda3. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the engine of the Lexus IS 300 transmits a bit more power to the wheels than the Mazda Mazda3.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Lexus IS 300 and the Mazda Mazda3.