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Sedans Honda Civic Honda Civic vs Toyota Corolla vs Mazda3
879 messages, Last post on Nov 25, 2008 at 2:57 PM
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The Corolla isn't on my shopping list, but the Civic and Mazda3 are. I've also been thinking about a Mazda6 i, but it would have to be slightly used or demo model to get into my price range (prefer under $17k). I've got offers from one dealer today on the Civic EX SE 5-speed for $16,400. A Mazda dealer quoted me $16,600 for a 3 i 5-speed with CD/Moonroof. That dealer doesn't have any 3 s 5-speeds left. I'm wondering if I should keep trying to find a 3 s or would a 3 i suffice? I kinda think I'd rather have the 2.3L, but with gas prices the 2.0L might be a good thing. The looming '06 changes and the all new Civic also make me question whether to buy now. The new Civic isn't very pretty, but I do like the specs and equipment (particularly the AUX jack for the stereo). Decisions, decisions....
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Replying to: allfiredup (Sep 01, 2005 8:22 pm)
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Replying to: pmc255 (Sep 01, 2005 9:24 pm) My gut feeling is to hold out for a few more weeks. If the '06 Civic drives great, I might can get over the looks of it. If I decide to go with a Mazda3, it appears that the '06 pricing has gone down in some cases. |
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Replying to: earlthom (Sep 01, 2005 5:47 pm) Why? It appears Honda's the one pulling up the rear in this case. Meade |
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Replying to: autonomous (Aug 03, 2005 5:39 am) |
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In a September 1 review of the 2006 Civic (they drove all four models), they give the Si's 197-hp engine (which is only available in the Si) glowing reviews, saying the only competitors coming close to its acceleration and handling are the Mazda3 and the Jetta. However ... it appears Mazda may have Honda beat when it comes to having horsepower and comfort/cargo room! Read ... The disadvantage of both the basic coupe and the Si is that they're two-door vehicles with a cramped rear seat (3- and 6-inches less rear legroom, respectively, than the '05 coupe and Si), while the four-door sedan and hybrid versions of the new Civic are quite roomy in the back. The Si also uses premium gasoline, which is getting pretty pricey. In order to get any more than two doors (and more legroom), you have to opt out of the Si's 197-hp engine and go for the standard 140-hp engine. So ... Mazda3 sedan and Mazda3 5-door, you have no match. Only the diminutive Si 2-door hatchback will rock your world. So keep a watchful eye for tiny Hondabugs in your rear-view mirror. Any Civic capable of hauling more than two adults will stay way behind ya. Meade
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Replying to: mdaffron (Sep 06, 2005 9:24 am)  I was originally considering a Mazda 3. I live in the upper Midwest and found that the Mazda 3's were noticeably more expensive than both the Civics and Corollas. And the Civics and Corollas have many more years of dependability and quality under their belt than Mazda. I don't believe that all the Civics are gone in the upper Midwest as one poster mentioned. If you do a little searching with a number of dealers, you should be able to find what you want at a great price! My new 2005 Honda Civic LX Special Edition in automatic transmission costed $14,990. That includes mudguards which I had asked them to add. I also get free oil changes, free tickets to a water park, free $1,000 online shopping spree and free delivery of the car to my home. That beats anything else I was trying to get with a Mazda dealer or even a Toyota dealer (and I've had Toyotas for the last 16 years).
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| I've been debating myself between those 2 cars. I see in my area that carsdirect quotes a price of 15,100 on a Civic LX (no Special) and had a dealer internet quote me 15,050, not much savings. Anyway I'm shopping around for quotes. As for the Mazda 3, I was thinking of the 3 i, with auto and power package. I get special S-pricing through work which would bring it down to invoice which I think was around 16,200 for a 2006 (an internet quote was the same without my S-plan). also I've been working on getting a 500 dollar credit coupon that I can apply towards the Mazda which could bring it down to 15700 (plus tax and licence). Anyway if I could get the Civic LX with auto around 14,800 or better I still think I would go with it between the mileage difference (38 vs 35) and the service departments. Mazda always tried to get money out of me every time I brought my 2000 Protege in for warrenty issues and their service prices are outrageous (ie. 190 for normal spark plugs), My wife has a Honda van and they never tried to puch extra services and their prices were in line with normal mechanics. I have been happy with my protege so I still consider it. | |
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