2025 Mazda 3 VS Honda Civic VS Toyota Corolla || Which Is Best?

[@oceanlover3530]

IMO the Mazda 3 has aged nicely. Beautiful interior and exterior styling. The front end design is beautiful and looks like nothing else out there. ✌🏻✌🏻

[@mrc2165]

I agree and would consider buying one but 25mpg is a killer.

[@oceanlover3530]

@ Not sure why his mpg’s were that low. I drive 75 miles rt to work along Pacific Coast Hwy the entire way with traffic lights and stop signs and my average is between 32 and 34 mpg’s. Still doesn’t beat Corolla or civic, but the driving experience is worth that loss for me. I don’t have turbo or AWD so that helps in the mpg department too. ✌🏻👍🏻✌🏻

[@rhdrhd3255]

i like the design of the honda more but mazda is more reliable

[@rojomcdonald5057]

Saving money at the pump is a priority for me 😂honda civic's my clear winner. Thanks for a great review 👍

[@richardmichael59]

Until it gets recalled and your TIME is taken up by visiting the dealership. Hybrid = more $ initially , more complexity, and future battery replacement for $$$$. How is that saving money? Mazda for the win.

@@richardmichael59 Other cars got recalled too.

[@cwclarkephotos9551]

Im still sporting a 10 year old Mazda 3 with 142,000 miles with no leaks or rattles. Very good car

[@chrissimmons9969]

These 3 cars are probably the most practical options for the motoring public. Any of these cars would serve you well….

[@redrum3835]

@chrissimmons9969 yes there all great cars! I like the smaller of the 3 simply because I live in the city and it's easier to find parking so the Corolla sedan and hatchback along with the Mazda3 sedan and hatch back make things much easier.

[@NOFATCHICK1]

I bought a 2014 mazda 3 GT previously owned with 66K miles and we've owned it now for 6 years its at around 120k miles and not a single problem throughout owning it such a reliable vehicle the 2.5 I4 and 6 speed transmission is very reliable.

[@petestaint8312]

Excellent video, Shari. You made my decision much more difficult! 😄

[@eraldhoxha6372]

just chose whatever you like they are all excellent cars

[@reddog3544]

Mazda 3 with a real transmission and 191 HP naturally aspirated engine. Run a long time with regular maintenance/oil changes. Great review as usual.😎

[@richardmichael59]

Three newer Mazdas in our family. 2021.5, 2022, and a 2023. Not one issue since new.

[@briankraft5688]

Still driving my 2010 Mazda3 GT, has 123,000 km on it and runs like a top. Mazda all the way!

[@oreally8605]

123k? A Hyundai can do that lol

[@meemka8251]

@@oreally8605 Yes it can... but with lots more time and money spent on repairs than Mazda. 🙂

[@oreally8605]

​@@meemka8251 You win that one lol

[@DH-og5yr]

@@meemka8251123k? No Hyundais do that on oil gas and brakes.

[@meemka8251]

@@DH-og5yr I am sure modern Hyundais are better... I was referring to cars that Hyundai sold in the U.S. in the 90s and early 2000s.

[@bilalbasit]

I have never owned a Honda but your recent reviews and top picks are constantly CRV and CIVIC. I am soon going to book a test drive

[@craignovy2090]

I vote for this channel being the best one to help car buyers make the right personal decision.

[@carhelpcorner]

Thank you!

[@mohammedalgheryafi7784]

Honda Civic gets my vote.

[@jsw2233]

If price is not a factor I agree the civic hybrid is the best car. However between the civic hybrid hatch and base Mazda 3 hatch which have similar horsepower, the Honda is about $5k more. That would take many many years of gas difference to justify. I think the Mazda 3 is still the best choice.

[@teaganbloom]

Transmission options alone are enough of a reason to go with Mazda 👌

[@dkrawk8309]

Enough for who?

[@sbalak]

Lol. Case closed. No brainer.

[@mitchellc2723]

The Civic is clearly above these and all other compacts.

[@AkeemJScott]

Have my 2017 mazda 3 (diesel) for 8 years now. Almost 400,000 miles, and still going strong. Gonna get the 2025, but hopefully I can get a manual option.

[@davidkean5680]

Good work Shari....food for thought !!

[@MrDaveaccord]

Civic is my choice. Be warned that thousands of new Civics are on a STOP SALE notice from Honda because of the high-pressure fuel pump recall. I tried to purchase a 25 Civic Sport at three different dealers who had the vehicle I wanted on the lot but couldn't sell it to me because of the recall.

[@donaldwilson2620]

As a Honda technician myself, I can tell you that the vast majority of the high-pressure fuel pumps I've tested are good. Honda issued this recall as a precaution because they found a small number of pumps that were defective. It does take time to process warranty claims, and many of the Civic Hybrids should be on sale now.I know Honda has been having a lot of recalls lately, but at least Honda spots it right away and tries to resolve it quickly.

[@Doc1855]

I put 488K miles on my 78 Bare Bones 2dr Corolla. It died in 02.

[@MrDaveaccord]

@@donaldwilson2620 How do you test a new vehicle on the lot with no miles on it? Three dealers had the new Civic I wanted on the lot, but none could sell it to me. Very disappointing.

[@donaldwilson2620]

@MrDaveaccord The cars on the lot are top priority, and we inspected them first. Cars with very low miles have a special procedure where it has to idle for a long time so the vehicle's computer can monitor emissions. It's complicated to explain, but all our lot cars have passed without issues, and they are now ready to be sold.

[@meemka8251]

@@MrDaveaccord Give it 3-6 months, say until Spring of 2025, and you won't have to worry about buying one with a faulty high-pressure fuel pump. The much bigger issue are the mark-ups and/or added accessories that most Honda dealers are wanting to charge for a Hybrid Civic. But this too shall pass...

[@maltandbarley-ti8ck]

My 2025 crystal blue Mazda 3 saloon arrives early Feb and I cannot wait. Beautiful car to drive and look at.

[@mechmany2k]

Toyota still wins the ugly grill award! 😃

[@tinatepe2078]

My regular gasoline 2017 Civic gets 45mpg on the highway, I can imagine that the hybrid may get more than what it's rated for.

[@njsongwriter]

The hybrid will get better mpg around town but for highway driving there shouldn't be much difference.

[@floridaoutdooradventures8981]

You know, Mazda used to offer the best of both world! My 2015 Mazda 6 Grand Touring equipped with i-Eloop system is EXTREMELY ROOMY, has a GIANT TRUNK, VERY SPORTY, powered by a 2.5 liter 4 cylinder engine gets 28 miles in city and 40 miles a gallon on the highway. My average gas mileage is around 32 miles a gallon. It sill looks super classy and new. It is really a SHAME that Mazda discontinued the 6. Apparently, it's coming back but it's going to be a lot more expensive. For my fully loaded 2015 Mazda 6 with all the options available, including automatic braking (crash avoidance system where the car breaks by itself to void collision), adaptive cruise, leather seats, sunroof, navigation, rear traffic alert etc... I paid $35000 back in 2014 when I bought it brand new.

[@richardmichael59]

How can the Honda be the “most rounded choice” when it doesn’t offer AWD? Anyone that experiences winter driving conditions will disagree.

Not everybody lives in snow states.

[@redrum3835]

I've driven all 3 and i got the Mazda3 as i did my homework. There all great cars though Edited: i did my research (rented all 3 cars in the previous generation) i now have over 200,000 miles on my Mazda3 2018 GT) up to now at 200k miles other then oil and breaks i had to replace the control arm and swaybar bushings. Lastly i enjoy sitting behind the 2.5L.

[@freedomovereverything1776]

I'm enjoying my Mazda 3 Manual Transmission feels so nice

[@lilycat1694]

Love my 24 Civic sport touring hatchback manual. Yes, it has a turbo, but so far no problems.

[@bruceleeroy8302]

The Civic is clearly the answer. The others are great but the Corolla is probably last, unless you factor in long-long term reliability

[@pronabol]

Long-long term reliability is essential.

[@bruceleeroy8302]

@@pronabol They probably all have top tier reliability but other factors come into play. If I enjoy the car more over the long run, that trumps a perceived extra reliability that may or may not really exist

[@Doc1855]

We generally keep our vehicles for 15-20 years or 250K - 300K miles. I put 488K miles on my 78 Corolla in 24 years.

[@marktevault57]

Agreed

[@LatinLegacyNY]

Only by name. The Mazda 3 delivers far more value for the dollar. Without the CVT which is always a point above other options that have it. All three are reliable so that becomes less of a deciding factor.

[@paulkatz8250]

How is the ride comfort of the Honda civic hybrid compared to the Honda accord se 2025 ? The price is about the same.

[@Doc1855]

The Accord is more Comfortable as its wheelbase is longer and wider, so it more stable on the road. My wife had a 96 Accord EX V6 when we first started dating. She put 270K miles on it. We replaced it with a Camry 4cyl.

[@jjvodvarka]

AND Mazda3 offers a manual transmission with its naturally aspirated engine. I love mine.

[@parnpichate]

Same! Got mine in soul red crystal metallic and it looks absolutely flawless. The Bose system is best in class in my opinion.

[@jjvodvarka]

@parnpichate I chose white w the fantastic red interior. Mazda offers some great colors all around

[@varkush399]

I own a 2022 Mazda 3 with a 2.5L engine. I will say I agreed with what he said about the review. Mazda 3 has amazing build quality and material, it is something you can see, feel and hear when you interact with the car. Firstly build quality, it is build in Japan and I found close to zero random noise when I was driving the car on regular road and on the high way, parts fits together so nicely that you will not likly hear anything when you apply reasonable pressure to them. Secondly material, the frequently touched area of the car are made of nice material, compare to cars with similar price point, such that I never felt like this is an "affordable" car. Thirdly interior design, this could be a subjective area however something that we can all agreed with is that 90% of our car interaction is when we are driving it, to me, the interior design is more important than the exterior. I would say the Mazda 3 has the best look (in and out) among the three. Most of my friends complimented the the look especially, the interior of my car. In short, I would highly recommend you to test drive a Gen 4 Mazda 3 If you are somone who cares about build quality, looks and performance of your car. Cheers.

[@MarkMor-ul7qh]

Only thing about the newer Civic's is the digital speedometer, and huge tack below it. Hard to get used to

[@SteveSabbai]

I stay away from Turbo Engines and CVT. In this case, the Mazda 3 would be my choice. My only complaint about Mazda vehicles is that their infotainment system is NOT 100% touchscreen.

[@dzed5579]

CVT is most of the market ar this point. It's inevitable that we'll all be driving with them at some point. And there are CVTs on the road today with +200k miles on them. Proper maintenance and not driver like a lunatic means CVT is fine.

[@metathinkking]

Civic hybrid is the best if not factoring price, mazda is the best for the money

[@benignsentient6772]

I thought the reverse. I'd say Mazda is best if not factoring price, the price gap will close within 1 year with moderate driving given gas prices. Higher trims even take premium for best performance. Civic gets the most car for the money and would cost ~$750 less per year over the Mazda3 with current gas prices and a decent commute length. ...but damn that Mazda3 is fine.

[@mitchellc2723]

Sorry. civic offers the base 2.0, a hybrid, the Si with the 1.5 turbo, and the type R with 2.0 turbo.

[@carhelpcorner]

You're right. I was focusing on the regular civic models, not the performance ones.

[@Doc1855]

The eCVT that Toyota makes is Bulletproof

[@KW71975]

Absolutely bullshit, at the end that ECVT of yours still is the weak factor when we talk about reliability !

[@KW71975]

Dutch, Germans and above all Japanese understand real quality...

[@marathoncamera]

Isn't the engine in the 2025 Honda new? Reliability impossible to know?

[@Peter-jl3qk]

Original owner 2013 Honda civic manual, 402,000km. If I were to buy a new car it would probably be a Civic hybrid hatch if they sold a manual, not a fan of cvt.

[@islanddon865]

The Mazda hatchback is simply beautiful by comparison. But in this scenario l would also include the regular Prius, which l would choose.

[@maltandbarley-ti8ck]

Mazdoon saloon knocks the hatchback flat with its super looks.

[@Justine.Beach.71]

I disagree about the fuel efficiency of the Mazda 3. We have the Mazda 3 Evolve SP G25 sedan, and we get between 4.5-6.5 litres per 100 km. That's using E10 in Australia. Also Mazda has better colours. We have the Soul Red and absolutely adore it. Love our Mazda.

[@meemka8251]

My choice would be Mazda 3 Hatchback with the 6-speed manual transmission. Becasue Honda recently dropped the manual from its 2.0L line-up, Mazda 3 Hatch makes more sense than ever. Then again, I am a longtime manual transmission driver, so my view might be biased.

[@lilycat1694]

Glad I got the 24 sport touring hatchback 6MT. Last of its kind, except for the Si or Type R in 2025.

[@ahmedbadawy255]

I'm a big fan of civic hatchback It's getting better with the hybrid ❤❤❤

[@yuriboguslavsky8868]

Mazda is my choice.

[@oligarchy-usa]

Hopefully, Mazda will release a Mazda3 hybrid sedan in near future, much like they already did with the CX-50 for 2025 (using Toyota's hybrid system & D-4S direct+port injection engine).

[@alexgutierrez7029]

Honda civic ❤

[@SukhbirSingh-s5u]

Hello Sir, Please guide or suggest to me Which new hybrid vehicle is a good to buy between Elantra hybrid or Camry LE or Civic hybrid

[@ABCEDEFG911]

Civic all the way

[@jeffwinters8152]

hmmm witch one to get i like all 3 corolla has better mpg the civic is fun to but i have heard Honda has been having engine problems i think the Mazda 3 is nice to witch one to get i think if i got the honda it would be the 2.0 sport hatchback with manual transmission or the Mazda 3 hatchback with the manual transmission i think the Mazda 3 Hatchback with manual transmission would be my choice for right now

[@Ahuka]

If I could get a hybrid Mazda 3 I would, but given the choices, the Honda Civic is my choice. My Mazda 3 is a 2012, and has over 250K miles on it, so I know they are good cars. But with any luck by the time I need a new car they may have a hybrid option for the Mazda 3.

[@denp28]

Hi is there any consideration for Subaru Impreza. Subaru currently ranks #1 in reliability

[@Doc1855]

None of them have enough ground clearance for our needs. We had a snowstorm roll in the other day and in just a few hours the snow was so deep that it was past the bottom of the doors on my Tacoma TRD Off Road with 32” tires.

[@donaldwilson2620]

Shari, what's your opinion about the supposed Honda/Nissan merger coming soon? For me, It will definitely benefit Nissan because they are in deep financial trouble and are about to collapse if they don't have a partner.

[@goldsilverbug]

Which among the three is the most silent at a speed of 120 kph?

[@snarlz]

Isn't the Mazda screen not a touch screen...I see that wheel in the center console? No? (not saying the interior isn';t nicer, it clearly is...just saying you should mention it.)

[@dzed5579]

No, it's controlled by a knob in the middle. It was one of the reasons I went with the Civic over the Mazda. It's almost 2025 and Mazda is using 2010 tech for their infotainment. I guess it doesn't matter if you don't mind the knob and only use your infotainment for navigation.

[@GlennLaycock]

... and then the Kia K4 GT came to town; and other brands could not say "yeah it is a great car but the looks, and that bar in the interior" like they did with the Elantra.

[@erriso658]

Excelent video

[@GreyXGreyXGrey]

What is the cost to replace the Hybrid's electric batteries? That must be accounted for when deciding the overall cost of the vehicle if you plan on hanging onto these hybrids for more than 10 years. Honda Civic Hatchback battery has a limited warranty of 8 years or 100,000 miles. The part alone costs $4,400 plus installation costs. My guess is $8,000-$10,000. Yikes.

[@hphillips7425]

These are close enough that it would depend on how you feel about the dealerships

[@lucasnoritomi-hartwig3928]

I wish the Mazda 3 kept the 2.0 engine (2.5 is too big for four cylinders), or better yet, Honda still offered a manual with the 2.0 port-injected engine.

[@mariariviere8011]

The honda civic has a turbo charger which could be a headache as the the car gets older and the Civic hybrid has too many parts. To many technicians don't know how to work on them. That could be pricey on repairs. So what you save on gas you could spend on repairs. Also Honda has merge with Nissan which doesn't inspire any confidence. I would buy the Mazda3 which has a regular engine with a manual transmission but they no longer comes with one. I feel that car manufacturers don't offer as many choices as 10 years ago.

[@PoishPrince]

The Toyota and Honda look a lot nicer than that Mazda in that order

[@maltandbarley-ti8ck]

Try specsavers

[@robertwilliam9558]

What kind of fuel mileage are you getting in the personal car for city/highway/combined?

[@jeretso]

Civic Hatch Hybrid is the best and most expensive. Corolla being the cheapest are sold out

[@meemka8251]

Rumor has it that the all-new 2026 model year Corolla is due to be released sometime in 2025. My guess is that Toyota is scaling down production of the current model for this reason.

[@steveb9270]

Over here I Australia we still have the 2 ltr version ver economical I get 6 to 6.5 ltrs 100 .

[@Joey-ee7wp]

I get 42 mpg with my nissan Versa manual in the city lol

[@ztekz]

For purely ICE: Mazda3, Civic then Corolla. For hybrid: Civic then Corolla unfortunately, no hybrid for Mazda3

[@Doc1855]

I put 488K miles on my 78 Corolla in 24 years

[@oemj7147]

@@Doc1855 The Corolla of today is nowhere near that quality.

[@ManojKumar-jg8jc]

Mazda is coming with their own hybrid system! That will eliminate all these😅

[@Bytesplice]

Two years ago I would only consider a Honda. I could easily be happy with the naturally aspirated Mazda 3 or the Civic hybrid, (not the CVT). The Civic is hands down the best deal, in terms of performance, economy - I would gladly replace my Accord Hybrid Sport with it. Even so I'm looking forward to seeing what hybrid sedan options Mazda will offer.

[@erikhaynes5506]

Mazda offers the 191hp engine in the base trim which is a heck of a good deal. Honda doesn’t come close to that kind of performance for the price.

[@LatinLegacyNY]

The Mazda 3 is the clear choice if you’re not looking for a hybrid option. It’ll have the better engine, better transmission, higher quality materials for the interior and a far better driving experience. It’s just far more car for the money compared to the other two options.

[@Whywhywhyw-c5l]

To me, the clear winner is the Mazda 3. I don’t like CVTs. The Mazda looks classier than the 2 other cars.

[@WorldCitizen333]

Is Mazda planning a hybrid version of the Mazda 3 any time soon?

[@Neverenough2]

I only speak for myself: The Mazda 3 seems to be the best option out of these three. The drawbacks are the fuel consumption, a bit small back seat compartment and cargo space without thetering points. The simple rear suspension might compromise handling capability, but as I understand it, it is more reliable, and that is a positive since the driving experience seems to be very good for many of the reviewers here on KZbin. The drawback with the others are the CVT, but the fuel economy is better. But the 6 speed automatic transmission is the main reason for me to consider selecting the Mazda compared to any other brand, but style and preference is also on the list. The front of the Mazda 3 and Honda looks great, I can't decide which one looks the best. The Mazda 3 Hatchback rear part looks a bit weird with the shape, small windows and the round gas lid, but is not bad, and the Honda has these ugly big back lights. The Toyota is overal dull and lack personality. The interior of the Mazda looks smooth as it can get, and I might be a bit blind to the others. The number one criteria when selecting a car is reliability, and all three seems to fall into this category pretty close. As I recall, the Mazda has a timing chain also, but not sure about the others.

[@mikej238]

Toyota needs the 2.0l in the hybrid. Then it would be the winner. It's in the Cross, why not put in the Corolla XSE hybrid?

[@Doc1855]

The Cross is gutless and isn’t as good in the snow as the Subaru Crosstrek.

[@donaldwilson2620]

The Corolla is due for a redesign soon, so hopefully, the 2.0L hybrid will be available in the next generation.

[@mikej238]

@@Doc1855 We aren't discussing a Suburu the car for women who love women. It's Mazda 3, Civics and Corollas

[@mikej238]

@@donaldwilson2620 problem is..2.0l hybrid Corrolla would cut into Prius sales..the UX300h also uses the 2.0l hybrid...something has to give.

[@Snegopad777]

With this high price for civic better to look for rav4 hybrid or Camry

[@knucklesofficial9213]

Mazda is the only one that still offers a manual (minus the SI). Shifting from the 1.8l to the 2.0 in the corolla is gonna be a downgrade in terms of reliability. Honda has also made their 2.0l worse instead of improving it (nice work honda). Would go for an NA mazda out of the three options

[@Chicago327]

The Civic is a very nice car, but ridiculous to refer to it as a compact car, when it is hard to distinguish from a medium sized car.

[@billyrock8305]

Battle of the “small” sedan titans. Honda hybrid for the win 🏆 (it’s close). Mazda second place followed by Toyota. If you are planning on keeping the vehicle for 25 years or 400,000 kilometres and want to accumulate $2-3 million dollars the Toyota is #1. Note: With a $15,000 BYD and a $25,000 “Model T” Tesla in the works, these vehicles may not exist in a few years. The Honda Civic Hybrid is considered one of the best hybrid cars for a variety of reasons, particularly due to its balance of efficiency, performance, and reliability. Here’s why in my opinion: 1. Outstanding Fuel Efficiency • The Civic Hybrid consistently delivers exceptional gas mileage, making it cost-effective for daily driving. Newer models can achieve over 44-50 MPG, depending on driving conditions. 2. Proven Honda Reliability • Honda has a long-standing reputation for building durable and reliable cars. The Civic Hybrid benefits from this, ensuring long-term dependability with fewer maintenance issues compared to competitors. 3. Comfortable and Spacious Interior • Despite being a hybrid, the Civic retains a roomy cabin with high-quality materials and advanced technology, ensuring comfort for drivers and passengers alike. 4. Advanced Safety Features • Equipped with Honda Sensing, the Civic Hybrid includes lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation braking, and other modern safety features. 5. Great Value for the Price • The Civic Hybrid offers excellent resale value, competitive pricing, and affordable maintenance, making it one of the most economical hybrids over the long run. 6. User-Friendly Design • The car’s controls and layout are intuitive, with features like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and hybrid-specific displays that show energy usage and efficiency. 7. Low Emissions • By using a hybrid powertrain, the Civic Hybrid reduces carbon emissions, making it an environmentally friendly option. 8. Dependable Powertrain • The Civic Hybrid pairs a responsive gasoline engine with an electric motor, providing smooth acceleration and solid performance for city and highway driving. Whether you’re looking for affordability, low running costs, or environmental sustainability, the Honda Civic Hybrid consistently stands out. Its blend of reliability, efficiency, and modern features has made it a favorite among hybrid enthusiasts. It’s one of my personal favourites and having owned many Hondas why it’s a Topgun. 🏆

[@Doc1855]

I bought my 78 Bare Bones 2dr Corolla in 83 (70K miles) as my college car. It lasted me until 02 and had 488K miles on it when it finally died.

[@carlovanrijk4039]

@@Doc1855 that’s impressive!! I had an ‘88 Corolla hatchback (bought new) and finally sold it 15 years later with just over 300K miles to a high school kid. Five years later I see that same kid (by then, in college) and he was STILL driving that Corolla!

[@billyrock8305]

@@Doc1855 Logical and incredibly wise. 👍

[@jeanneroy1494]

Is Mazda coming out with a hybrid 3?

[@ledodianvillaver6748]

corolla ❤️

[@codincoman9019]

When Mazda 3 will get Toyota's hybrid system will be the best of the three by far. Also, if you like more ICE cars, Mazda 3 is already the winner.

[@ManojKumar-jg8jc]

Mazda is coming with their own hybrid system and skyactiv Z

[@codincoman9019]

@ManojKumar-jg8jc Let's see, there is a lot of time till 2027.

[@MiaN..N]

13:13 what color is that ?

[@asphalthedgehog6580]

Here it's no comparison. The base Civic is €14000 more expensive than the Mazda.

[@deboralacreta]

Give me the Civic Hybrid

[@Vane-sc8qj]

Corolla s definitely leader because of d original transmission made it unlike d civic and mazda r buying from jatco transmission company...

[@TheLifetraveler1]

If that is the kind of mileage that you are getting, then you are driving it too fast. My 2015 normally aspirated Mazda 6 gets at least 36 mi to the gallon on the highway, an averaging about 32 mi a gallon in the city.

[@oceanlover3530]

I agree. I drive the coast to work about 37 miles one way, with quite a bit of stop and go, and I’m averaging about 33-35 mpg in my Mazda 3. ✌🏻

[@sorinstefan8263]

the civic is another level compared to the other two

[@gukkiphosphate]

People are mad crazy comparing a mazda 3 with corolla and civic The mazda 3 is even better than the accord and camry

[@njsongwriter]

Isn't it true that all three of these makes have GDI engines? And if so, why isn't this mentioned and why isn't there any information on which one is the least likely to have carbon build up on the intake valves? Personally I would choose the Toyota because I believe it would be the least likely to have carbon build up. Another thing I would like to see in these reviews is the ease of service, especially oil changes since that's something that many DIY owners perform themselves. I've owned my own car since I was 18. I'm about to turn 78 in six weeks. I've never paid someone else to change my oil in the past 60 years. It's not because I need to save money; I just don't trust anyone else to do the job right.

[@carhelpcorner]

The Toyota has both port and direct injection. The Mazda and Honda have direct injection only. GDI doesn't always automatically mean carbon issues. Honda and Mazda have used these engines for ages, and there is no track record of significant carbon issues, so it really isn't a concern.

[@bpshogun3748]

Corolla any day of the week. Especially the Touring (wagon) version which has the same third gen hybrid engine system as the Prius. 🔥 I bought it in Japan 🇯🇵 but it’s also available in the EU.

[@jeganv1473]

If only the Corolla touring existed in North America. I don't know why people in North America hate estate/wagon vehicles so much. I personally dislike the crossovers a lot and they're one of the reasons our car prices are stupid.

[@ManojKumar-jg8jc]

All are Japanese magic! Mazda for me, cant wait for Mazda's hybrid system and skyactiv Z motor. This will eliminate Honda and Toyota for sure😅

[@teejaysalgado9819]

Mazda 3 all the way. People still think the civic is way better than the 3. Yeah better in the space department. But other than that? Mazda 3 is the better car inside and out.

[@marcskandapura7724]

I choose the Honda civic.

[@aristonaquino175]

Mazda all day. Everyday!

[@jonell1425]

Mazda3, for two reasons. 1. It has the most "personality". In this class, its hard to avoid cars that look like angry appliances. While not perfect, the Mazda does the best job of just being a really nicely styled car. 2. Again in this class, price is a very important factor. Many will not consider highly optioned versions of these cars. You have to go to at, or near, the top of the Civic's price range to get the same performance as the Mazda's base model, and at the hybrid Civic's price, there may be better options.

[@jsw2233]

exactly my thoughts. The base Mazda is the best performance deal! The Civic hybrid has similar power but can't get that in base trim. That makes it at least $5k more for the similar horsepower. That would take many years for the gas savings to break even.

[@ElleyElley-et4ky]

And the Corolla Hybrid WILL outlast the other 2 options.

[@ej8006]

I wonder if the road noise is better now on the Civic? I test drove a 2022 Civic a couple of years ago and I was about ready to buy one - until I test drove it on the highway. The road noise was horrible. I ended up walking away. It was a shame because I really liked it besides the loud road noise at higher speeds.

[@njsongwriter]

It's possible it was just the tires but not necessarily.

[@benignsentient6772]

According to Carconfections, the following cabin decibel levels were recorded for last year's models at 55 MPH, sorry there were no highway tests for sound: 24 Corolla hybrid: 57 dB 24 Civic: 59 dB (they didn't have hybrid, which is quieter) 24 Mazda3: 64 dB Tires are often the #1 factor in road noise! If that matters to you, finding the right tires would go a long way.

[@natas12rm]

I own one and it seemed more noisy when I first got it. Also I’m sure it’s the tires for most of it. The tires on the civic sux. If it snows where you live you’ll need snow tires for winter

[@ExpertYouTubeCommentator]

Mzda3 is the best looking hatchback

[@mike191919283474664]

No mention of Skyactive X?

[@carhelpcorner]

We only get skyactiv G in North America

[@ramymamo6078]

Mazda 😁

[@ElleyElley-et4ky]

All good cars but reading these comments makes me laugh. If you are buying a car ( NONE OF THIS LEASE ) Cr4p the Corolla is the answer. Engine and drive train will outlast the others. Just seen a video other day from a guy in the States with a 2020 Corolla hybrid with almost 500.000 miles on the clock. Would the Mazda or Honda do that trouble free with only regular maintenance? Doubt it. 39 years I've worked the tools, all great cars but the Corolla wins this contest for me.

[@TheAdamo77]

Thank you for your relevant response. In his comparison of the 3 cars, we only remember rubbish: power by this, soft materials of the dashboard by that,. but he does not talk about the essential: reliability. consumption and linearity of the gearbox all requiring a minimum of maintenance. Today, unfortunately most commentators are only interested in trivialities and take it upon themselves to repeat all the same thing like parrots. 😊

[@ElleyElley-et4ky]

@TheAdamo77 agree. Like I've said, 39 years garage trade, seen it all. All these 3 brands are great and better than ANY European cars, but I'll stand by my final decision, Toyota would be my choice

[@thanhdoduy4535]

❤🎉😢 c'est vrai, c'est une Excellente Voiture comme il a commenté 😅😊❤ J'adore 😅😊😂

[@richarddecicco3288]

I have only owned a Hybrid since 2008 so the Mazda 3 is out of the question. I think the Honda Civic interior is hideous. Love the look and reliability of Toyota. The Corolla here would be my only choice.

[@markday5797]

Mazda would be my first choice between these 3. With a 6 -speed torque converter I would not want a cvt.

[@crpro5420]

Economy says Nissan Versa is the only choice 😂

[@Joey-ee7wp]

I would avoid the cvt like a disease