2017 Mazda CX-3 vs. Its Competition

2017 Mazda CX-3
Aaron Cole Aaron Cole Managing Editor

Small crossover SUVs are flooding the market right now, and the Mazda CX-3 has no shortage of competitors.

The Jeep Renegade starts at a lower price in theory, but comparably equipped to a CX-3 is more expensive.

The Renegade has off road cred, but also a 9-speed automatic that we don't care much for.

The Fiat 500X is related closely to the Renegade, but is packaged poorly for passengers.

The Honda HR-V is a likely competitor to the CX-3 and has more utility, but is slower to drive.

The Chevy Trax is OK, provided you stick to front-drive.

The Crosstrek only comes with standard all-wheel-drive, and may be a better all-around car, but it starts at about $1,000 more than the CX-3.

2017 Mazda CX-32017 Mazda CX-3
Browse Used Listings		2017 Chevrolet Trax Redline2017 Chevrolet Trax
Browse Used Listings		2017 Honda HR-V2017 Honda HR-V
Browse Used Listings		2017 Jeep Renegade2017 Jeep Renegade
Browse Used Listings		2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Subaru Crosstrek
Browse Used Listings		2017 Fiat 500X2017 FIAT 500X
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Quick Specs
7.2
The 2017 Mazda CX-3 keeps the most attractive features from last year: its price and its handling.
5.8
The 2017 Chevrolet Trax may lack power and style, but it's a smart package for city dwellers thanks to a useful hatchback shape, thrifty fuel economy, and a low price.
6.8
Think of the 2017 Honda HR-V as a Fit with all-wheel drive and a little more headroom. It's not as fun as it could be, but it makes a lot of sense.
5.3
The 2017 Jeep Renegade is the smallest Jeep you can buy, appealing both to commuters and off-roaders, but its design can outshine its performance.
6.2
The 2017 Subaru Outback is an extremely versatile, rugged, compact SUV that's relatively efficient compared to other crossovers.
6.5
With more personality than most small crossovers, the Fiat 500X is definitely worth a look.
MSRP From     
$19,960$21,000$19,465$17,995$21,695$19,995
Gas Mileage     
27 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy24 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy25 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy21 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy23 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy21 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy
Engine     
Regular Unleaded I-4Turbocharged Gas 4-CylRegular Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded H-4Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
EPA Class     
Small Sport Utility Vehicles 2WDSpecial PurposeSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 4WDSmall Station Wagon
Style Name     
Sport FWDFWD 4-Door LSLX 2WD ManualSport FWD *Ltd Avail*2.0i ManualPop FWD
Drivetrain     
Front Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveAll Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity     
555555
Passenger Doors     
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Body Style     
Sport UtilitySport Utility VehicleSport UtilitySport UtilitySport UtilitySport Utility
Transmission     
Automatic w/ODAutomaticManual w/ODAutomatic w/ODManual w/ODManual w/OD
Detailed Spec Comparison
 2017 Mazda CX-3 vs. 2017 Chevrolet Trax2017 Mazda CX-3 vs. 2017 Honda HR-V2017 Mazda CX-3 vs. 2017 Jeep Renegade2017 Mazda CX-3 vs. 2017 Subaru Crosstrek2017 Mazda CX-3 vs. 2017 FIAT 500X