2025 Kia K5 vs. 2024 Mazda Mazda3 Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia K5

2025 Kia
K5

MSRP*: $26,990 to $34,490
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Picture of the 2024 Mazda Mazda3

2024 Mazda
Mazda3

MSRP*: $24,170 to $35,450
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MPG - City 23 - 26 MPG 23 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 33 - 37 MPG 32 - 37 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 290-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 191 - 290 hp 191 - 227 hp
Exterior Length 193.1 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 73.2 in 70.7 in
Leg Room Front 46.1 in
Rear 35.2 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 35.1 in
Head Room Front 38.4 - 40.2 in
Rear 37.4 - 37.8 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Kia K5 offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Mazda Mazda3. The Kia K5 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mazda Mazda3.

Convenience
The Kia K5 will require fewer stops at the gas station than the Mazda Mazda3, making it more convenient to drive.

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). Whether you pick the Kia K5 or the Mazda Mazda3, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Kia K5 is much wider than the Mazda Mazda3, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Kia K5, which is slightly longer than the Mazda Mazda3.

Handling
The Kia K5 has a larger turning radius than the Mazda Mazda3, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's basically a tie between the Kia K5 and the Mazda Mazda3.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Kia K5 and the Mazda Mazda3 do an equal job of transmitting their engine's power to their wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Kia K5 and the Mazda Mazda3.