2021 Mazda3 vs. 2021 Honda Civic: better performance and more features

The 2021 Mazda3 and the 2021 Honda Civic are two of the most popular compact sedans in Canada and they both have a lot to offer. That said, the Mazda3 has the distinct advantage over the Honda Civic in a number of areas including available all-wheel drive, value, and overall performance. Let’s take a closer look.

Performance

The Mazda3 has been one of the best-selling cars in its segment since it arrived on the market in 2004. The number one reason why the Mazda3 has been so popular is because of the performance it offers. This is by far the most enjoyable compact vehicle you can buy in terms of handling and overall performance, and this is the primary are where it stands out from the Honda Civic.

The Honda Civic’s base engine may have more horsepower, but when driving on the city or on the highway, the most important factor is torque. Torque dictates everyday performance, and here the Mazda3 has the upper hand over the Civic in its base model.

Moreover, after the base engine, the Civic simply cannot keep up with the Mazda3 in terms of performance.

Available All-Wheel Drive

Another area where the Mazda3 really stands out against the Civic is that offers an available i-ACTIV all-wheel drive system that you won’t find in the Honda. Buyers who have driven an AWD car in the past know that nothing compares when it comes to driving in winter or on wet roads.

The Mazda3 with all-wheel drive starts at just $34,165 and provides buyers with the peace of mind in any situation that you won’t find in the 2021 Honda Civic.

Improved safety and comfort technologies

There are a lot of technologies available in the 2021 Mazda3 that improve safety and comfort that you won’t find in the 2021 Honda Civic. Here’s an overview of some of these features.

Features like G-Vectoring control and a heated steering wheel are designed to improve comfort while other features such as Traffic Jam Assist improve confidence on the road. In simple terms, the Mazda3 has more features to make your journey safer and more comfortable than the Honda Civic.