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2012 Volvo S40 vs 2012 Mazda 3 Comparison

Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.

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WINNER

Mazda 3

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points.

53.5–54.25
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

Volvo S40SpecificationMazda 3
VolvoMakeMazda
S40Model3
2012Model year2012
SedanBody typeHatchback
5Seats5
4Doors5

Performance

Volvo S40SpecificationMazda 3
11,9 s0–100 km/h12,2 s
0 km/hTop speed181 km/h
1596 ccEngine displacement1598 cc
100 HPPower105 HP
150 NmTorque145 Nm
4Cylinders4

Fuel & Consumption

Volvo S40SpecificationMazda 3
PetrolFuel typePetrol
55 ltFuel tank55 lt
9,2 ltUrban consumption8,4 lt
5,8 ltExtra-urban consumption5,2 lt
7,1 ltAverage consumption6,4 lt

Transmission & Chassis

Volvo S40SpecificationMazda 3
Front-wheel driveDrivetrainFront-wheel drive
6Gears5
—Tyre size195/65 R15
YesABSYes

Dimensions

Volvo S40SpecificationMazda 3
4476 mmLength4460 mm
1770 mmWidth1755 mm
1454 mmHeight1470 mm
1311 KgWeight1195 Kg
2640 mmWheelbase2640 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

2012 Volvo S40 and 2012 Mazda 3 approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.

Overall, Mazda 3 leads the E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.

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