Mazda3 2.0 and Honda Civic 1.5 L: Which C-class sedan is worth buying?

Mazda3 2.0 and Honda Civic 1.5L both have their own advantages

Launched in the Vietnamese market in December 2014, Mazda3 quickly dominated the market share with sales overwhelming competitors in the same segment, including Honda Civic, to become the best-selling car in the segment. By mid-2017, there were about 25,000 Mazda3s on the streets of Vietnam. In May 2017, Truong Hai (THACO) continued to launch the upgraded version of Mazda3 with a slightly changed appearance and additional equipment. Mazda3 2017 still has 3 versions: 1.5 sedan AT, 1.5 AT hatchback and 2.0 sedan AT.

Meanwhile, the Honda Civic 1.5L, which was introduced to the Vietnamese market at the end of 2016, also made a good impression thanks to its sporty design and completely new turbocharged engine technology. However, the sales of the Honda Civic 1.5L have not met expectations because the selling price is quite high due to being imported completely from Thailand. Recently, the selling price of this model has also been adjusted down to 890 million VND, but it is still high compared to the general level of the current C-class car line.

In this article, the 2017 Mazda3 sedan 2.0 version priced at 760 million VND will be compared with the Honda Civic 1.5 L priced at 890 million VND.

Big price difference

In terms of selling price, you can immediately see the big difference between Mazda3 2.0 and Honda Civic 1.5 L. The gap is up to 130 million VND but these two models are in the same segment, both are Japanese car brands. Although Honda has a better brand, this difference also makes many people consider when buying a car, not to mention Mazda3 2.0 also enjoys many promotions when buying a car directly at the dealer, the actual difference may be even larger than the announced price.

Appearance

Mazda3 has a fashionable yet elegant exterior design that is suitable for many customers from young to old, while Honda Civic's design focuses more on young people with a sporty style.

Both the Mazda3 and Honda Civic 1.5L are the highest-end versions, so both models are equipped with the latest technology, typically full LED headlights, taillights and daytime running lights. The Mazda3 has 18-inch alloy wheels, while the Honda Civic 1.5L only has 17 inches. The Mazda3's fog lights are LED while the Civic's are halogen.

The Mazda3 has a slightly more compact overall size than the Honda Civic, and the Mazda3's ground clearance is also larger, giving the driver more confidence when driving on rough roads, while the Honda Civic has a low chassis that creates a sporty look, meeting the tastes of young people.

Interior

Overall, like the exterior, the Mazda3 interior is modern, comfortable and somewhat like a luxury car. Meanwhile, the Honda Civic interior is more driver-oriented and sporty.

Both models have the same high-end amenities. If the Honda Civic is more attractive thanks to its digital speedometer cluster, the Mazda3 has a trendy HUD windshield display feature.

Operation and safety features

Both the Mazda3 2.0 and Honda Civic 1.5L models have many high-end safety features. However, the Honda Civic is more powerful with a more efficient engine thanks to the turbocharger system. But the Mazda3 2.0 also has its own advantages with the intervention of the G-Vectoring speed control system, the smart engine stop/start system, helping the car save more fuel.

Evaluate

Overall, both the Mazda3 2.0L and Honda Civic 1.5L are C-class cars with top-notch amenities in their segment. If the Honda Civic 1.5L has the advantage in performance, the Mazda3 2.0L is superior in technology and safety features.

The difference of about 130 million VND between Mazda3 2.0 and Honda Civic 1.5 L will be an easy gap for consumers to consider between practicality or brand. Mazda3 is suitable for many customers who want practicality while Honda Civic attracts more young people with its sporty design and strong engine.

Gia Linh