The Comparative Analysis :
VW CrossGolf 2.0 TDI DSG (10 - 13) vs. Mazda 3 2.0 Automatic (11 - 13)
€ 31,800
€ 23,300
€ 31,800
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 23,300
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The VW CrossGolf 2.0 TDI is 9.4 inches shorter, 0.8 inches wider and 6.9 inches taller than the Mazda 3 2.0.
VW CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
Mazda 3 2.0
64.8
69.9
76.6
57.9
69.1
77
69.9 in
Width
69.1 in
76.6 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
77 in
64.8 in
Height
57.9 in
101.5
166.2
103.9
175.6
166.2 in
Length
175.6 in
101.5 in
Wheelbase
103.9 in
Vehicle Weight
VW CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
Mazda 3 2.0
3393 lb
Curb Weight
2998 lb
4542 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4045 lb
Weight Difference:
395 lb
11.64 %
General
VW CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
Mazda 3 2.0
1KP
Generation
BL
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
5-speed automatic transmission
Engine
VW CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
Mazda 3 2.0
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
*CFH*
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
138 hp
at 4200 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 6500 rpm
VW CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
138 hp
148 hp
Mazda 3 2.0
236 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
138 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
VW CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
236 lb‑ft
138 lb‑ft
Mazda 3 2.0
Performance
VW CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
Mazda 3 2.0
121 mph
Maximum Speed
127 mph
10 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
10.6 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
456 ft
0.000 sec
VW CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
482 ft
0.000 sec
Mazda 3 2.0
▶ REPLAY
24.59 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
20.26 lb/hp
VW CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
24.59 lb/hp
20.26 lb/hp
Mazda 3 2.0
Fuel Economy / Emissions
VW CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
Mazda 3 2.0
Fuel Economy
41 mpg
combined
31 mpg
VW CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
41 mpg
31 mpg
Mazda 3 2.0
33 mpg
city
22 mpg
46 mpg
highway
41 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
589 mi
Range
450 mi
VW CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
589 mi
450 mi
Mazda 3 2.0
Environmental Impact
119.3 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
144 kWh
VW CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
119.3 kWh
144 kWh
Mazda 3 2.0
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
246 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
282 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
VW CrossGolf 2.0 TDI
Mazda 3 2.0
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1149 lb
Maximum Payload
1047 lb
11.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
9.6 cu ft
41.1 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
38.5 cu ft
