Dodge Charger Daytona vs Mazda 3
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mazda 3
Overview
| Spec | Dodge Charger DaytonaDaytona Scat Pack | Mazda 32.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Daytona Scat Pack | 2.5 S |
| Body style | Coupe | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | electric | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Dodge Charger DaytonaDaytona Scat Pack | Mazda 32.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $72,495 | $24,550 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Dodge Charger DaytonaDaytona Scat Pack | Mazda 32.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 30 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 27 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 36 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | — | 13.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Dodge Charger DaytonaDaytona Scat Pack | Mazda 32.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 630 hp (best) | 186 hp |
| Torque | 627 lb-ft (best) | 186 lb-ft |
| Engine size | — | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Dodge Charger DaytonaDaytona Scat Pack | Mazda 32.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | — | 13.2 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,778 lbs | 3,111 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 121 in (best) | 107.3 in |
| Length | 207 in (best) | 183.5 in |
| Width | 80 in (best) | 70.7 in |
| Height | 59 in (best) | 56.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Dodge Charger DaytonaDaytona Scat Pack | Mazda 32.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Dodge Charger Daytona | Mazda 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daytona Scat Pack $72,495 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 2.5 S $24,550 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Daytona Scat Pack $72,995 MSRP | 2.5 S $25,550 MSRP |
| 3 | Daytona Scat Pack Plus $72,495 MSRP | 2.5 S Select Sport $25,440 MSRP |
| 4 | Daytona Scat Pack Plus $72,995 MSRP | 2.5 S Select Sport $26,740 MSRP |
| 5 | — | 2.5 S Preferred $27,090 MSRP |
| 6 | — | 2.5 S Preferred $28,440 MSRP |
| 7 | — | 2.5 S Carbon Edition $30,210 MSRP |
| 8 | — | 2.5 S Carbon Edition $31,360 MSRP |
| 9 | — | 2.5 S Premium $31,450 MSRP |
| 10 | — | 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus $36,740 MSRP |
| 11 | — | 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus $37,890 MSRP |