Mazda CX-3 vs Subaru Crosstrek
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Subaru Crosstrek
Overview
| Spec | Mazda CX-3Sport | Subaru CrosstrekCrosstrek SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Sport | Crosstrek SUV |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2021 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mazda CX-3Sport | Subaru CrosstrekCrosstrek SUV |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,790 (best) | $26,995 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mazda CX-3Sport | Subaru CrosstrekCrosstrek SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 31 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 29 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 12.7 gal | 16.6 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Mazda CX-3Sport | Subaru CrosstrekCrosstrek SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 148 hp | 180 hp (best) |
| Torque | 146 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | flat 4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mazda CX-3Sport | Subaru CrosstrekCrosstrek SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 42.7 cu ft (best) | 19.9 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 989 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 2,851 lbs (best) | 3,296 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 105.1 in (best) |
| Length | 168.3 in | 176.4 in (best) |
| Width | 69.6 in | 70.9 in (best) |
| Height | 60.7 in | 62.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mazda CX-3Sport | Subaru CrosstrekCrosstrek SUV |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| 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 CX-3 | Subaru Crosstrek |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sport $20,790 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Crosstrek SUV $26,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Sport $22,190 MSRP | Premium $27,995 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Sport $30,625 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Limited $32,995 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Wilderness $33,795 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Sport Hybrid $33,995 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Limited Hybrid $34,995 MSRP |