Mazda 3 vs Toyota Corolla
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Toyota Corolla
Overview
| Spec | Mazda 32.5 S | Toyota CorollaLE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2.5 S | LE |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mazda 32.5 S | Toyota CorollaLE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $24,550 | $22,725 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mazda 32.5 S | Toyota CorollaLE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG | 35 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 27 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 36 MPG | 41 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 13.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Mazda 32.5 S | Toyota CorollaLE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 186 hp (best) | 169 hp |
| Torque | 186 lb-ft (best) | 151 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mazda 32.5 S | Toyota CorollaLE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.2 cu ft (best) | 13.1 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,111 lbs | 2,955 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in (best) | 5.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.3 in (best) | 106.3 in |
| Length | 183.5 in (best) | 182.5 in |
| Width | 70.7 in (best) | 70.1 in |
| Height | 56.9 in (best) | 56.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mazda 32.5 S | Toyota CorollaLE |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| 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 | Mazda 3 | Toyota Corolla |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.5 S $24,550 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LE $22,725 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 2.5 S $25,550 MSRP | LE $24,975 MSRP |
| 3 | 2.5 S Select Sport $25,440 MSRP | LE $26,375 MSRP |
| 4 | 2.5 S Select Sport $26,740 MSRP | SE $24,180 MSRP |
| 5 | 2.5 S Preferred $27,090 MSRP | SE $25,165 MSRP |
| 6 | 2.5 S Preferred $28,440 MSRP | SE $27,415 MSRP |
| 7 | 2.5 S Carbon Edition $30,210 MSRP | SE $28,815 MSRP |
| 8 | 2.5 S Carbon Edition $31,360 MSRP | FX $26,780 MSRP |
| 9 | 2.5 S Premium $31,450 MSRP | XSE $27,175 MSRP |
| 10 | 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus $36,740 MSRP | XSE $28,440 MSRP |
| 11 | 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus $37,890 MSRP | XLE $29,340 MSRP |