Comparing the Mazda CX-3 and the Toyota CH-R

You might be looking for a Subcompact SUV because you want a model that you can be sure will fit all your passengers and their gear, but don't want to drive something that feels bulky. Our team at Tom Bush Mazda in Jacksonville understands that sentiment and can help you decide which SUV in this class has what you need. Two of the most prominent vehicles in this category are the Mazda CX-3 and the Toyota CH-R, and we want to give you a better look at how they compare to each other.

Performance

The Mazda CX-3 offers more in terms of horsepower and torque. While many see these metrics as just speed, they serve more of a function than that. SUVs use their power to make moving a fully-loaded cabin easier, and the Mazda CX-3 offers more for that.

You might think that more power means worse efficiency, but the Mazda CX-3 does better than the Toyota CH-R when it comes to fuel economy, making it the better choice for commuting to Saint Augustine.

Drivetrain

Both models come standard with front-wheel drive, but only the Mazda CX-3 offers you all-wheel drive. This extra option for the new Mazda model gives it an advantage for Gainesville drivers. All-wheel drive gives you better traction when it starts to rain or if you frequent loose terrain. Being able to feel more confident while you are driving will cut back some of the stress from the drive.

Safety

While the Toyota CH-R comes standard with many safety features, the i-ACTIVSENSE® Package for the Mazda CX-3 offers more of the features that you will love. Looking at the base models gives you a better idea of this with both offering features like Lane Departure Warning, but the Mazda CX-3 Sport i-ACTIVSENSE® Package takes it further with Rain-sensing windshield wipers, an Active Driving Display, and more. All these features will keep you feeling more comfortable on the highways around Jacksonville Beach.

Interior and Features

The 2019 Mazda CX-3 gives you more overall room for gear with up to 44.5 cubic feet of cargo space against the total of 36.4 cubic feet in the 2019 Toyota CH-R. SUVs are supposed to be able to fit everything that you need without having to cramp passengers during a trip to Brunswick, GA, but passengers in the Toyota might find that gear needs to be under their feet or on their seat if they want to pack as much as goes into the Mazda CX-3.

You'll be able to get a better musical experience in the Mazda CX-3 with up to seven speakers and a premium sound system available over the six that can be found in the Toyota CH-R. Being able to get a crisp and clear sound from your SUV will help you unwind after a day at work or after a stressful family holiday in Riverside, FL.

Learn More When You Visit Our Dealership

Our experts are here to answer all of your questions and to schedule you for a test drive in the Mazda CX-3 so that you can see all of the features and options that it has. We want to make sure you are always happy when you are driving and choosing the right vehicle is a big part of that. With the newest Mazda CX-3 you will smile when you see it in the driveway, when you catch the first glimpse of it in a parking lot, and, of course, when you are behind the wheel.

We have helped many customers from the Ponte Vedra Beach area and we want to help you next, so be sure to come see our team soon!