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02.08.2011
Civic, Corolla and Mazda 3. The competitive class of compact cars is gaining momentum in popularity. Heavy city traffic and constantly rising fuel prices are pushing even those who were true fans of V6 and V8 powertrains under the hood to opt for a more compact, economical and easier to drive vehicle. Civic, Corolla and Mazda 3 the latest models occupy a worthy position in the class. Let's look at all the pros and cons of the "Japanese" of the new model year, which will help you make the right choice for yourself when buying a car.
Models at the base level use a 0-liter engine with 158 hp. which is offered with a 6-speed manual or automatic transmission. Sales last year show that it remains a popular transport item. The manual maintains a healthy lead at the 7 tick quarter mile mark to 4, with the lead stretching to almost four seconds as it hits 100 mph in 8 seconds.
Clutch action is as lifeless as over-the-top steering, the pedals are poorly spaced for quick footwork, and the shift lever is cable-stayed and contains no positive battles. Are the Japanese new offerings in the compact class? If our color perception is limited to 256 varieties between snow and snow, winter is the rule. And then we are all waiting for the first blooming crocuses, the first mini rivers or the first new Corolla. Corolla as a spring messenger? Sounds like a severe winter depression, but it must have been at least since that time.
Civic, Corolla and Mazda 3- popular small cars, each of which is carefully thought out in its own way and equipped with the latest technical achievements. They have their own differences in both comfort and performance, which is desirable to know before purchasing. After comparing prices, features and equipment, it will be possible to make a choice in favor of one or another model and choose the most suitable four-wheel companion, taking into account all the subtleties of each car.
The compact Japanese that has completed the gray mouse cliché of the past 36 years has finally confirmed the color in its ninth edition. Will Stilo and 307 Korolev be paler now? In any case, the quintet provides a soothing effect aha. The course is correct: the Japanese have no problems with the lane test.
Potential body repair costs
fresh import Far East grows at a height of 1.48 m in the direction of Wang, but still has a strikingly muscular body. From the first rendezvous and from the optical quality we take a firm handle and also convince ourselves of the inner values. Cleaned and cleaned, the cockpit evokes well-being at first glance. The silvery screens add delightful contrast, while the simple and pleasant controls don't put the driver at any time in front of a riddle.
Performance
All three cars have 4-cylinder engines with a displacement of about 1.8 liters, a five-speed manual transmission as standard and with the availability of an automatic transmission. The 1.8-liter power unit of the new Honda Civic develops 140 horsepower and 173 Nm of torque, the Corolla with an engine of the same size and with the same torque offers 130 horsepower, and the Mazda 3 is equipped with a 2.0-liter power unit 148 horsepower with a maximum torque of 183 Nm.
If the drivers are too busy, beep
When the light is on during the day, the four instruments remain almost unreadable, as road signs in the fog. Tilt is gentle, fun in curves thanks to the elegant servo steering, and safety thanks to electronic road safety.
Potential Engine Repair Costs
With Japanese restraint, the computer sped up, but then frantically entered the traffic and brought the drivers back again. For the Italian challengers Stilo, on the other hand, it will be a few weeks back. They couldn't clear Turin completely, but when processing three to two smooth upgrades - keep going. Right from the start, Stilo's strength: safety. Six airbags and awkward driving behavior provide reliable protection.
Weight
While the performance numbers are modest, the Mazda 3, which weighs around 1,290 kilograms, the Corolla, which weighs 1,255 kilograms, and the Civic, which weighs only 1,190 kilograms, cannot be called slow. All three cars, accelerating from standstill to 100 kilometers per hour, fit in 9 seconds and quite confidently pick up and maintain speed.
In the case of elasticity, it follows the entire field and nevertheless develops the greatest thirst for mom. However, the huge freedom of the legs in the rear and the largest trunk guarantee that we will quickly learn to love the Far Eastern format. Love story, which makes for a mean affair, thanks to a spontaneously sparkling 1.6-liter engine and a crisp joystick layout. The rear of the transom will move out of the way when the load changes and will be taken over by the electric steering system.
Just like a decent sitting position on the upholstery cushions. Of course, there is less space left in it, nestling in the back seat much more unhappily than competitors who offer up to ten centimeters. more sheet up to 18 in length and in height.
Economy
Fuel consumption is key point to select a vehicle. Corolla 2011 with a manual transmission consumes 8.7 / 6.2 liters per 100 kilometers city / highway, and with an automatic 9.4 / 6.9 liters per hundred. The new Civic takes second place and consumes 9.0 / 6.9 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers city / highway with the mechanics and 9.4 / 6.5 with the automatic. Mazda 3 with a manual gearbox consumes 9.4 / 7.1 liters, and with an automatic 9.8 / 7.1 liters of fuel per hundred kilometers.
The one who has Elhte, but again. Finally, with a 1.6-liter quick, if necessary, you can drive too fast. Opel is also watching the checkout. The color should be recognized even in the automotive industry by its price. You can find all cars at the top of the page in the gallery.
The compact sedans that are sold in our country offer an adequate, consistent and extremely versatile level of equipment. We found a beautiful look with lines that convey a certain amount of dynamism. We see the most aggressive in the front, as it presents a pair of grills, accompanied by headlights stylized with modern lighting technologies.
Dimensions
In terms of size and capacity, Honda, Toyota Corolla and Mazda 3 are about the same. All three are equipped with five-passenger seat belts, but that doesn't mean five adults can fit comfortably for the trip. More than all three models favor cozy seating for four, but rear passengers get more legroom in the Honda Civic. The rear seats of all models can be folded down to expand the luggage space. The first position in terms of capacity is occupied by the Corolla, whose trunk has a volume of 348 liters, then comes the Civic with 340 liters, and the Mazda 3 will be able to take away the cargo placed in the luggage compartment with a volume of 334 liters.
On the other hand, the sides retain this figure, although they contain a little more. Inside we find conservative but functional elements. The design of the dashboard gives us the impression that we are in the largest car, since it does not have a stunning structure.
It works with ease in heavy traffic and provides good level comfort, despite the streets of our city. On the other hand, on the other hand, it takes more work to move - without slowing down. Oversale values are also a buy trigger and in this section the Japanese firm is one of the best in our territory.
Equipment
Although the Honda Civic, Toyota and Mazda-3 are compact cars, they offer an extensive list of active and passive safety. Active safety systems such as anti-lock brakes, which prevent the car from skidding during emergency braking, traction control, which contributes to more confident acceleration on slippery roads, and the stability control system, are standard on all Corolla and Mazda 3, but are additional equipment for Civic and is installed only on versions "EX", "Si", and "Hybrid". The Mazda 3 offers all-wheel disc brakes, the base Civic has rear drum brakes, and the Corolla doesn't have discs at all in the rear.
In addition to this, we find a good balance between powertrain, safety, interior equipment and design. From its new generation we have a lot of positives that we talk about, in fact we dare to tell you that the most equipped version is the very best tact and equipment in the segment. The Japanese design matches that its lines are sleek and rounded, the front fascia has built-in "aggressive" headlights, a honeycomb grille and fascia, more complex, so to speak.
Possible costs for running gear repairs
Inside, the design and quality of the plastics are the best in the analysis, as well as the assembly of the parts is correct and looks well finished. The interior hardware is amazing and provides a lot of modern technology to connect our smartphones. On the road behaves correctly, the only improvement we have in mind is smooth steering at high speeds.
Differences between the new Corolla, Civic and Mazda 3
Body and design
Honda Civic and Mazda offer two body styles, Toyota Corolla only one. The Civic is available as a 4-door Sedan and 2-door Coupe (a Hatchback version is for 2012), the Mazda 3 as a Sport Hatchback or Sedan, and the Toyota Corolla can only be a Sedan, offering a Wagon version under a different name, the Toyota Matrix. The design of the new Mazda 3 is perhaps the most interesting and attractive, although the Civic, despite the six-year-old basic design, still looks stylish and relevant to this day. The most restrained and conservative appearance modestly updated Toyota Corolla 2011.
In the city, as well as on the highway, the suspension works well to accommodate the road and is lifted up enough to drop in Mexico with no problems. Without major complications, this is a round car. He has one of the best places Comparative habitat, its design is pleasant, the quality of the materials is right for the segment, and the coatings are pleasant to the touch.
First of all, it should be noted that this Korean-made compact sedan is made in Mexico and comes with a very attractive seven-year warranty. Build quality and materials in the segment are above average. It justifies the Japanese by not putting itself on display, but functional.
Fuel
The Honda Civic is the only car in the trio to offer a hybrid, petrol-electric version that combines a 1.3-liter internal combustion engine and an electric motor-generator. The total power of the Honda Civic Hybrid is 110 horsepower at a consumption of 5.9 liters in the city and 5.5 liters of combustible fuel per 100 kilometers on the highway. In addition, Honda releases a version of the Civic "GX", which runs on natural gas and consumes 9.8 / 6.5 liters per 100 kilometers city / highway.
Everything touched and felt sturdy, well armed. Mention interior space. It accommodates five adults good size no problem, and the trunk, 422 liters, is in line with the mid-range segment, adding that the access mouth is wide and low.
In fact, it doesn't need to be revolutionized too much to get a feel for how your crankshaft works, in fact, the teamwork of the engine with the six automatic leaves us satisfied. The transmission is not the best in the segment, but it is positioned among the top four.
Transmission
A 5-speed manual transmission is standard on all three cars (there are exceptions with six speeds), but the offerings of automatic transmissions are different. While Mazda and Honda offer five-speed automatic transmissions, Toyota has four-speed automatic transmissions. It is difficult to say whether this is better or worse, since both consumption and performance are approximately the same. In addition, the Corolla and Mazda-3 have the ability to simulate manual gear shifting, and the powerful Performance Edition Civic "Si" and Mazdaspeed3 are equipped exclusively with 6-speed mechanics.
The engine is not left, and 158 horses match their orientation. From basic version equipment is indeed complete. As you can see, this South Korean is betting on complete equipment and an affordable price. Forte comes with good arguments to fight in a very difficult segment.
In higher versions we find badges such as a reversing camera and improved materials in the cockpit. Similarly, the most equipped versions give us amenities like power windows, a sunroof, leather seats, push button access, a 3-inch touchscreen, dual automatic climate control and eight power settings for the driver's seat.
Power
The Civic and Mazda 3 are available with more powerful engines than the Corolla can boast. The new Civic "Si", which is offered as a Sedan and Coupe, is equipped with a 2.0-liter powertrain that develops 197 horsepower and 188 Nm of maximum torque. The engine is able to accelerate the car from standstill to 100 kilometers per hour in 6.5 seconds. Mazda 3 Sedan or Hatchback is available with a 2.5-liter engine producing 167 horsepower and 228 Nm of torque, and with a standard six-speed manual transmission and an optional 5-speed automatic, it accelerates to 100 kilometers per hour in 8.0 seconds . The most powerful of the versions under consideration is the new Mazdaspeed 3, which, with a 263-horsepower 2.3-liter power unit and only six-speed mechanics available, accelerates the car from standstill to 100 kilometers per hour in 6 seconds. Torque Mazdaspeed 3 is an impressive 350 Nm.
Toyota Corolla trim levels
While it's true that the construction, safety systems and interior are top notch in the segment, driving a vehicle doesn't convey the same. We refer to steering and suspension adjustments; in the first case, the direction of electric assistance provides limited feedback even when using three modes of operation. The suspension, for its part, has a setting entirely focused on comfort and therefore soft, which is much appreciated on our city streets, but is reproached for going further because the body strives for balance.
Comfort
Each of the three automakers uses its own approach to ensure the convenience of the driver and passengers. All three models feature reach and tilt steering, height-adjustable driver's seat and folding rear seats. But the standard equipment is offered in different combinations. If the Corolla in the base version comes with air conditioning, which is not on the Mazda 3 and Civic, which in turn are equipped with power windows that are absent on the Corolla. Audio system with AM/FM/CD playback is standard on Mazda 3 and Corolla but not included as standard complete Civic. The automatic door locks found on the Mazda 3 are not available on the Corolla and Civic.
Its exterior design is the most striking in the category, its exterior lines give it a plus. In addition, the time you already have on the market gives you reliability, a lot of benefits at a price below 300 thousand pesos and all the security offered from the most affordable version.
The only American comparable to Asians. We should clarify that these benefits come with the most equipped options. The new generation of this compact design enhances and maintains what is seen in the firm's most advanced products. The compact sedan from the Detroit giant has a variant at its disposal that none of its competitors in the analysis has, we refer to the turbocharged mechanical variant.
Complete set
Also, as with all Honda models, you can't upgrade the base package with air conditioning or an audio system, instead having to upgrade to the more expensive DX or DX-VP. 2011 Corolla buyers who want cruise control, electric power windows or remote door opening will only be able to make their wish come true if they pay a surcharge to buy a Corolla LE. The situation is similar with the Mazda 3, where an alternative to adding cruise control to the car will be the purchase of a richer “iSport” package. In addition, there is no way to install a navigator, leather interior or heated seats at all on the Corolla.
As for the passenger compartment, we can find additional devices such as a rearview camera and a keyless entry system. The interiors are modern, functional and well equipped. The automatic transmission features a setting very focused on protecting comfort and consumption, leaving sportiness aside. On the other hand, the steering works thanks to a rack and gear with hydraulic support and is just as suitable for city and highway. The simple fact of using a turbocharged engine has an important additional effect.
Suspension
The Corolla's suspension setup offers a soft ride that makes the car the first mate for daily driving. Among the shortcomings, it is worth noting the lazy reaction to turning the steering wheel, bouncing on bumps and rubber creaking during high-speed cornering. The Civic's suspension keeps ride and handling at a level that's hard to find in this price range. But the small, 15-inch wheels make it sensitive to speed bumps in the road. But the finely tuned suspension on the Civic "Si" model will satisfy the needs of the most demanding buyers. The “Zoom Zoom” DNA, regardless of the installed engine, equipment or transmission, provides the Mazda 3 with a sedate, but when necessary, explosive character. Carefully tuned suspension and efficient engines allow you to confidently drive the car in both measured and sporty style. And MazdaSpeed3 with a turbocharged power unit can rightly be called a rocket.
Their prices may surprise more than one. So much so that we decided to put him face to face against our most direct rivals. Manuel Fernandez Photo: Jose Luis Ruiz Editing for online: Manuel Fernandez. In a segment as wide as compact sedans, it was best to analyze with a magnifying glass what would be the newcomer's closest competitor. South Korea, because outside the same size there are key features that bring it closer to certain options in specific.
Trim Honda Civic
To start, we place these cars with power plants below 0 liters and an approach not so close to that of a pure enthusiast, with equipment priority or a bright appearance compared to driving or exceptional dynamic behaviour; In essence, cars for the routine of the family man looking for a long-term companion who is satisfying, comfortable, economical to consume and not lacking in amenities.
Mazda 3, Civic or Corolla
- New Mazda 3
Every Mazda 3 model is imbued with sport, driving performance, stylish design and, in the hatchback version, offers practical flexibility and versatility that the competition in question cannot match. A new version The Mazda 3 will make its European debut at the September 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. - New Honda Civic
The popular model rightfully takes second place and offers a quiet interior with a smooth ride and excellent handling. In addition, you should count on promotions and discounts, as the next one comes on the heels of the current version of Civic. - New Toyota Corolla
The compact car manufacturer from Japan is quite competitive, but the design is in need of an update. The sedan, which has proven itself to be a reliable assistant over many years of production, will certainly find its customers.
Photo 2012 Mazda 3
Photo 2011 Honda Civic
Photo 2011 Toyota Corolla
It is worth noting that all three models, Corolla, Mazda 3 and Civic, are offered with excellent warranty conditions and all three deserve attention. We just tried to collect the data together, and the final choice is yours. Happy car buying!
The tenth generation of Toyota Corolla launched in early 2007 as a sedan and hatchback, which was called by its own name Auris. Apparently, not only marketers and designers, but also designers were engaged in such a cardinal "breeding" of models in different poles: the hatchback rides and is controlled much more recklessly than a sedan. Thus, the developers have determined their place for each of them: Corolla is more suitable for sedate and respectable drivers, and Auris was created with an eye on young people. But in Russia, sedans are traditionally preferred, so the lion's share of sales of the model fell on the Corolla. And the very name Corolla for domestic motorists has already become a household name.
Toyota Corolla 2007-2008 MY
Toyota Corolla 2007-2008 MY
Toyota Corolla 2007-2008 MY
For the car, two gasoline engines of 1.4 liters (97 hp) and 1.6 liters (124 hp) were intended, as well as three turbodiesels with a volume of 1.4 liters (89 hp), 2, 0 l (126 hp) and 2.2 l (177 hp). The standard transmission for gasoline engines and a 1.4-liter turbodiesel was a 5-speed "mechanics". Diesels 2.0 and 2.2 liters relied only on a 6-speed manual. As an option for a 1.6-liter unit (124 hp) and a 1.4-liter turbodiesel, a robotic "five-step" was offered. And Russian dealers of Toyota traditionally sold only gasoline modifications.
2008–2009 Honda Civic
2008–2009 Honda Civic
2008–2009 Honda Civic
The eighth generation Honda Civic debuted in the fall of 2005, and Russian sales started in early 2006. The car immediately went into the category of a shortage - potential customers signed up in a queue, the wait in which stretched for almost a year. In addition to bold design, Civic bribed potential customers with frisky engines and excellent driving performance, not to mention its innate reliability. Customers were offered a choice of a sedan and a five-door hatchback, which also differed not only in external and internal design, but also in the design of the chassis. A three-door was also available on our market, which was sold exclusively in a charged version of the Type R. Despite the space design of the hatchback, the sedan turned out to be the most popular in Russia.
The Civic was equipped with 1.4 liter (83 hp), 1.8 liter (140 hp) and 2.0 liter (200 hp) petrol engines, as well as a 2.2-liter turbodiesel (140 hp). In Europe, a hybrid Civic was also sold with a 1.3-liter engine and an electric motor (20 hp) instead of a flywheel. We used exclusively petrol versions: sedans and five-door hatchbacks with a 1.8-liter engine (140 hp), and the three-door Type R came only with a 2-liter “four” (200 hp) and mechanical 6 -speed gearbox.
Today on the Russian market for 400,000 rubles. you can find Toyota Corolla 2007-2008, and in good technical condition. Most likely, this will be a modification with a 1.6-liter gasoline engine and a 5-speed robotic gearbox. For the same money, the already post-styling Honda Civic of 2008–2009 is being sold. Moreover, customers are not threatened with the torment of choosing an engine - the small car is equipped only with a 1.8-liter gasoline “four”, paired with which a 5-speed hydromechanical “automatic” will most likely be installed.
Trim Honda Civic
In the initial Comfort version, the model had four airbags, air conditioning, ABS with EBD, a CD radio, as well as electric windows and heated mirrors. For the "automatic" had to pay extra. And the rich Executive package included six airbags, climate and cruise control, a stabilization system, a CD changer and alloy wheels. The list of options included: leather interior, panoramic roof, xenon headlights, parking sensors, rain and light sensors, navigation system ...
Toyota Corolla trim levels
The basic Comfort version (with a 1.4 liter engine) includes four airbags, air conditioning, electric front windows and heated mirrors, ABS with EBD, a CD radio and heated front seats. Execution Elegance includes seven airbags, climate control, rear power windows and fog lights. And the top version of the Prestige has cruise control, a light and rain sensor, as well as alloy wheels and a push-button engine start system.
Owner reviews
2009 onwards (1.6 l with automatic transmission, mileage 123,500 km)
Operated Corolla for more than five years and sold in just 1.5 hours after posting the ad. For all the time I only consumables. Very reliable, comfortable and very economical car for its size. And, as it turned out, it is very much in demand in the market.
Andrey Zavialov
2008 onwards (1.6 l with manual gearbox, mileage 105,600 km)
At 35 thousand km, the pump buzzed. Replacement - 8000 rubles. A year later, the hub bearing failed (12,000 rubles), then the stove fan creaked. The front panel rattles in the sun, and in cold weather it creaks along with the door trim. In general, the Corolla is not worth its money.
Mikhail Sinelnikov
2010 onwards (1.8 l with automatic transmission, mileage 87,300 km)
The Civic has never failed, despite the Turkish assembly, which is said to be of poor quality. Of course, there is no sound insulation, but the car is economical, reliable, and comfortable. I don’t see her competitors: the rest of her classmates are either more expensive or obviously worse ...
Ksenia Tamyanina
2009 onwards (1.8 l with automatic transmission, mileage 98,400 km)
Didn't drive my Civic. Landing - low, the paint is scratched even from the wind. The velor in the cabin has been worn to holes for three years. The sound of the radio sucks, the optics are weak, the glass is scratched, and with a full load, the suspension breaks through every hole. Expected more...
Stepan Tsurupa
Potential body repair costs
Corolla is very thin paintwork, because of which scratches and chips quickly appear on the body. The lower parts of the doors are the first to corrode. Therefore, deep chips are recommended to be tinted immediately. by special means, and in winter, treat the body with protective polishes or liquid wax (2500 rubles). Over time, the trunk lock (4700 rubles) and the power window mechanism (2800 rubles) turn sour - they must be periodically lubricated before winter.
On battered sedans, rust appears on the rear wheel arches and door frames. Painting of one body element - 7500 rubles. Due to the skew of the guides, the driver's door windows fell out of their seals. And in the electrics, the heater motor fails (2800 rubles). A regular battery with a capacity of only 45 Ah lasts only three years.
Potential Engine Repair Costs
The 1.6L Toyota engine (1ZR-FE) will last more than 300 thousand km before replacing the aluminum cylinder block. The main thing is not to save on high-quality oil and follow the rules for its replacement. Otherwise, tar deposits form over time, which leads to the “bedding” of the valves. The gas distribution mechanism drive uses a durable metal chain (from 5,500 rubles), which can withstand 200 thousand km. The VVT-i phase change mechanism itself is reliable. After 100 thousand kilometers, oil may leak from under the valve cover gasket, front crankshaft oil seal or pan gasket. In early copies, the water pump (3,500 rubles) was marked by “incontinence” - it was changed at 60–90 thousand km. On restyled cars, it has become more durable.
The 1.8-liter Civic unit has one design feature: the catalyst, combined with the exhaust manifold, is integrated into the cylinder head. And this increased the thermal load of the motor. Therefore, the failure of the radiator or thermostat can lead to warping of the block head. Repair - from 25,000 rubles. A faulty fan switch sensor, which is located in the lower radiator tank, can also cause antifreeze to boil. The radiator itself also fails (13,500 rubles). On cars with a mileage of 150 thousand km, the crankshaft and camshaft oil seals are leaking. Repair - from 4500 rubles. And if the starter stops turning (7000 rubles), first check the operation of the solenoid relay.
Possible costs for running gear repairs
The Corolla suspension is simple in design, but it cannot boast of the strength of its predecessor models. The struts and bushings of the front stabilizer will be the first, at 20-40 thousand km, in the chassis (4800 rubles per circle). After 50 thousand km, with a creak when the steering wheel is turned, worn strut support bearings (2200 rubles each) will appear. Shock absorbers (4500 rubles each) usually take care of a "hundred". And ball bearings have twice the service life. The rear suspension will remind you of itself only for 100 thousand km, when you have to change the shock absorbers (3800 rubles each). Silent blocks are able to last up to 200 thousand km.
The Civic sedan has fully independent suspension. The support bearings of the front struts (2000 rubles each), which were changed under warranty for 20–40 thousand km, can be called weak. Shock absorbers served about the same amount (4300 rubles each). True, after restyling, these parts have become more durable. Ball joints are considered practically eternal, and stabilizer struts and bushings (3500 rubles) live up to 100 thousand km. The springs in the rear suspension turned out to be fragile (4500 rubles each), due to which the car sagged with a full load. And the shock absorbers "punched" already for 50 thousand km.
) was distinguished by jerky and not always logical switching. In early examples, the electronics did not respond to the natural wear of the clutch elements and, as a result, incorrectly commanded the closing of the discs. Therefore, the clutch (8800 rubles) was already wearing out by 50 thousand km. The servo drive (19,600 rubles) does not tolerate heat and cold well - the box switched to “neutral” from any gear and refused to switch. The Japanese modernized the "robot" for several years, but in 2010 ... they returned the old 4-speed "automatic" to our market.
A similar situation happened on a Civic with a robotic transmission. And after restyling in 2008, it was replaced with a 5-speed automatic transmission. The box is very secure. For the entire period of operation of the model with such a box, the mechanics will not remember the cases of any regular breakdowns. True, the officials prescribe an oil change after 40 thousand km. The operation costs 7500 rubles.
Both cars are very close in terms of reliability and maintenance costs. But they are targeted at different customer groups. And when buying a Corolla, it is more expedient to give preference to more recent copies younger than 2010.
