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Choosing the best vehicle for your hard-earned dollars is no longer easy with so many good choices available. Considerations like affordability, brand loyalty, past experiences, performance, fuel economy, and, of course, personal style all influence our decisions. Size comparison: Mazda3 Hatchback vs Honda Civic Both these five-door Japanese models compete in the compact passenger car segment. The Mazda is slightly shorter at 175.6 inches versus the Honda at 179 inches, with the Honda marginally wider at 70.9 inches versus the Mazda’s 70.7 inches. In comparison, the Mazda stands taller at 56.9 inches compared to the Honda at 55.7 inches. Powertrain comparison: Mazda3 hatchback vs Honda Civic These two contenders approach engine choices a little differently. The Mazda offers better performance and a more spirited drive with larger displacement and optional turbocharging. In contrast, the latest Honda Civic Hatchback focuses on high-efficiency hybrid powertrains and standard gasoline options. The Mazda’s naturally aspirated 2.5-liter SKYACTIV four-cylinder engine produces 191 horsepower @6,000 rpm and 189 pound-feet of torque @4,000 rpm, and a powerful turbocharged version makes 250 horsepower @5,000 rpm and 320 pound-feet of torque @2500 rpm. Both engines come standard with a SKYACTIV-Drive 6-speed automatic transmission with manual and sport modes across most trims, with FWD or optional Mazda iACTIV AWD. The Honda’s standard 2.0-liter four-cylinder makes 150 horsepower and 133 pound-feet of torque, while the available 2.0-liter Hybrid power unit produces a combined 200 horsepower and 232 pound-feet of torque. Power goes through a CVT to the front wheels only. Which looks better: the Mazda3 Hatchback or the Honda Civic? Styling is very subjective, and like the powertrain comparison, these two hatchbacks do things differently. The Mazda offers a more traditional hatchback silhouette, while the Honda has distinctly fastback styling. The Mazda3 offers sporty looks with striking curves and angles courtesy of its Kodo design language. The modern exterior features a large front grille, slim horizontal auto on/off LED headlights, and standard LED daytime running lights for safety. The sporty look continues to the rear LED combination taillights, plus a standard black-finished rear roof spoiler and different-style alloy wheels from 16 to 18 inches, depending on trim level. The latest Honda Civic hatchback is also sporty, with an aerodynamic fastback silhouette and an aggressive stance, plus modern touches like LED headlamps and LED taillamps, plus 18-inch alloys across the trims. Interior and cargo space comparison Compact cars are great for city use, with everyday versatility for loading shopping and kids. Both offer seating for five, and the Mazda offers an EPA cargo volume of 20.1 cubic feet, growing to 47.1 cubic feet once the standard 60/40 split-fold-down rear seatback is down. The Honda offers 24.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the 60/40 split-folding rear seats that fold down to expand storage for larger items. Discover the Mazda3 Hatchback at Seacoast Mazda You can test-drive and learn more about the Mazda3 Hatchback range at Seacoast Mazda in Portsmouth. Our dedicated team is ready to help with your next Mazda purchase, whether it's a brand-new vehicle or one of our quality pre-owned vehicles that caught your attention. View Mazda3 Hatchback Inventory

The saying “Different strokes for different folks” is very apt when it comes to choosing the best vehicle for you and your family’s particular transport needs. Fortunately for fans of the Mazda brand, this Japanese automaker offers just about everything in the way of the best SUV choices for buyers commuting along the New Hampshire Seacoast. What do each of Mazda’s SUV models have to offer commuters along the NH Seacoast? Mazda CX-30 Naturally, the smallest Mazda SUV, the CX-30, offers buyers the most agile driving experience with its smaller footprint. The CX-30’s subcompact SUV dimensions make it the best for navigating busy roads and parking spots, especially during crowded holiday periods. And when winter hits, you won't be left stranded in icy conditions thanks to standard i-Activ AWD and commendable ground clearance on slushy winter roads. Mazda CX-5 The perfect all-rounder, the stylish compact CX-5 SUV is not the brand's best-selling model by pure chance. The five-seater CX-5 is seemingly the go-to Mazda SUV, offering owners a spacious interior with useful cargo capacity, refined ride quality, upscale quality cabin construction and materials, plus more than enough infotainment technologies to keep all family members happy while cruising the New Hampshire Seacoast highways and byways. The CX-5, like all Mazda SUV models, features standard all-wheel drive for year-round driving confidence, no matter the road or weather conditions. Plus, the model's comprehensive lineup of safety features across all trims means your travels are safer. CX-50 The CX-50 is a natural fit for those adventurous families who spend their weekends outdoors. Thanks to this more off-road-oriented model's features, owners are not restricted to the well-beaten paths along the NH Seacoast. The CX-50’s rugged capabilities are enhanced with greater ground clearance than the CX-5, rugged protective moldings, its versatile roof rail systems for bikes, kayaks, or cargo carriers, and, of course, its standard all-wheel drive and up to 3,500 pounds of towing capacity with Mazda CX-50 Turbo models when activating the available towing mode on certain trims. CX-70 The CX-70 may just be the best buy for families seeking the ultimate in comfort and space for their everyday and weekend commutes along the NH Seacoast. The CX-70 shares the flagship CX-90’s dimensions but ditches the CX-90’s third-row seat to accommodate up to five passengers, offering plenty of interior and cargo space for those who appreciate enhanced comfort on their travels. Mazda i-Activsense, as found on all Mazda SUVs, keeps you and loved ones safe on your Seacoast commutes by monitoring your surroundings, warning you of hazards, and automatically applying the brakes or steering input to help prevent accidents. CX-90 The Mazda CX-90 is best for larger families or those needing maximum seating capacity, with its three rows of seats accommodating up to 8 passengers. The CX-90’s premium interior and powerful inline six-cylinder engine options offer effortless performance and long-distance comfort for longer trips along the NH Seacoast. Find the best Mazda SUV for you at Seacoast Mazda Discover the full Mazda SUV model lineup at Seacoast Mazda. Buyers will appreciate excellent customer service when shopping from our impressive selection of new Mazda models and quality pre-owned vehicles to meet your NH Seacoast commuting needs. View Mazda SUVs Inventory

There's something for everybody in Mazda's outstanding family of SUVs, meeting all types of household budgets and the family’s summer road trip requirements. Mazda SUV models differ in comfort features, MPG, and cargo space, so for the astute buyer, making comparisons is always a good idea before pulling the trigger on a particular model. What are the current Mazda SUV models? The smallest of Mazda’s SUVs is the subcompact crossover Mazda CX-30. The CX-5 and the more off-road-ready CX-50 compete in the compact SUV segment, while the largest Mazda SUVs are the midsize CX-70 and CX-90. Mazda SUV comfort comparisons Mazda has always taken passenger comfort seriously, with all models offering stylish premium interiors, high build quality, quality materials, and plenty of comfort and luxury features. The CX-30, CX-5, CX-50, and CX-70 all seat up to five passengers in two rows, with the CX-90 being the sole three-row seater that accommodates up to eight passengers. For the ultimate in comfort and space for summer road trips, buyers should look to the CX-70, which shares the CX-90’s dimensions but seats only five passengers, freeing up interior passenger space. Standard comfort features across all SUV models include the following usual expected items and more: Air conditioning Power windows Power door locks Up-to-date modern Infotainment systems Bluetooth® hands-free phone and audio capability Wireless Apple CarPlay® integration and Wireless Android Auto™compatibility Steering-wheel-mounted audio, phone, and cruise controls Our table below makes it easy to compare passenger space in cubic feet by model. CX-30 CX-5 CX-50 CX-70 CX-90 94.1 106.5 100.3 141.6 141.6 Which Mazda SUV is the most fuel-efficient? Rising fuel costs put pressure on often static household budgets, so choosing a Mazda SUV that fits your summer road trip travel budget is important. All Mazda SUV models are powered by naturally aspirated or turbocharged gasoline engines, with the CX-50, CX-70, and CX-90 also available as Hybrid models, and the CX-70 and CX-90 offering a PHEV option. A quick look at each model’s estimated EPA combined mpg will give you an idea of what to expect. CX-30 Naturally aspirated / Turbocharged CX-5 Naturally aspirated / Turbocharged CX-50 Naturally aspirated / Turbocharged / HYBRID CX-70 HYBRID/PHEV CX-90/HYBRID/PHEV 28.0 / 25.0 28.0 / 25.0 28.0 / 25.0 / 38.0 25.0 / 56 MPGe in gasoline and electric mode 25.0 / 56 MPGe in gasoline and electric mode Cargo space comparison There's really no point in hitting the road for your summer road trip if your car can't carry all your luggage. With a wide range of models, the Mazda SUV lineup matches cargo space needs to budgets. With all seating positions occupied, each model offers the following primary cargo space behind the last row of seats, measured in cubic feet, with the CX-70 being the top pick. CX-30 CX-5 CX-50 CX-70 CX-90 20.2 30.9 31.4 39.6 15.9 Discover the Mazda SUV models lineup at Seacoast Mazda Find out more about the Mazda SUV models lineup at Seacoast Mazda. With all the latest Mazda models to discover and an impressive selection of quality pre-owned vehicles, Seacoast Mazda will meet all your summer road-trip motoring needs. Explore New Mazda Vehicles