Mazda 3 Skyactive R vs Civic 1.8E

**Shutterbug** · November 17th, 2017 05:08 PM

Originally Posted by jut703

Ultimately, it will still really depend on what calls out to you more. Everyone has a different set of priorities and wants.

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Tama! Well said jut!

**jannmunion** · November 17th, 2017 11:41 PM

Originally Posted by jut703

If you're so concerned with fuel consumption, Egan's suggestion of the VW Jetta is a solid choice. It will easily beat both the Civic and Mazda 3 when it comes to efficiency.

The Civic/Mazda 3 does 8 km/L in city driving, while the VW will probably do 9 km/L. Coupled with the cheaper cost of diesel, you will save close to P2,000 a month for fuel.

However, I'm sure you're on the fence with the Jetta just because it's a VW. Being a diesel and being a German car, PMS will definitely be higher than the Civic and moreso the Mazda (free maintenance for 3 yrs), but remember that it has a 15,000 km maintenance interval so you have fewer visits.

Net, maintenance cost shouldn't be a deal breaker and in the long run you will still save on running costs due to the cheaper fuel.

A bigger concern would be long-term parts availability. While personally I don't think premature DPF failure is a big issue in itself, there is still a general difficulty in finding parts for low volume cars. In this aspect, the Jetta is at a disadvantage to the Mazda and Civic. And even between the 3 and Civic, parts are still easier to find for the car that sells more, in this case the Civic.

I have a 13 year old Mazda 3 and parts are a hassle to find compared to my Altis before, not to mention more expensive. Worse, shops in Banawe that you thought were respectable were actually selling fake parts! (I'm looking at you, Mazford!)

I was also considering the Jetta before but went with the Civic simply because it's a simpler car to own for long-term use and because the high tech interior and eyecatching exterior really called to me. If you're willing to take the risk with a VW, you will be rewarded with great efficiency and power, good handling, lots of features, and German engineering all for a very fair price.

Now if you really don't wanna get the Jetta, let's go back to your initial question - Civic 1.8E or Mazda 3 2.0R?

Short answer - both are great cars and you can't go wrong with either, so pick which car calls to you more.

The Civic is 110k cheaper (1.138M vs. 1.250M) and has significantly more interior space than the Mazda 3.

The Mazda is renowned for its handling, but in reality both cars drive really well. The Mazda 3 feels more agile (it's a smaller car) but the Civic can corner just as quickly. Trust me, the Civic can go toe to toe with the Mazda 3 even on a racetrack based on firsthand experience. 😉

The Mazda has more outright power, but again the Civic is no slouch. The Mazda's transmission is more responsive and fun especially with the paddle shifters, but the Civic's transmission is smoother and is always in the powerband because of the CVT.

The Civic has a more comfortable ride and better insulation. In terms of toys, the Mazda offers a sunroof, leather seats, and 18" rims as standard so you can arguably justify the price difference on that alone. The Civic has its own set of nifty toys though - notably remote start and Android Auto/Apple Carplay.

That said, both cars are already pretty loaded with LED/HID headlamps, push button ignition, traction control, and so on.

If history is any indication, the Civic will most likely have better resale value than the Mazda 3. As said above, parts availability will also be easier in the long run.

Ultimately, it will still really depend on what calls out to you more. Everyone has a different set of priorities and wants.

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Wow very comprehensive sir. May i ask if your civic is rs or the E? If E, good enough naman power nya no?

**Altuy** · November 17th, 2017 11:51 PM

Originally Posted by jannmunion

If fuel consumption?

Originally Posted by jut703

The Civic/Mazda 3 does 8 km/L in city driving,

Hi, jannmunion

If you are light-footed, maybe you can also achieve 10.xx km/L at 15 km/h with the M3 like I do

**jut703** · November 18th, 2017 12:04 AM

Originally Posted by Altuy

Hi, jannmunion

If you are light-footed, maybe you can also achieve 10.xx km/L at 15 km/h with the M3 like I do

He's eyeing the 2.0.

And if you drive in heavy traffic, technique cannot overcome being standstill.

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**Altuy** · November 18th, 2017 12:07 AM

Originally Posted by jut703

He's eyeing the 2.0.

And if you drive in heavy traffic, technique cannot overcome being standstill.

Oh right, jut. My bad

**jut703** · November 18th, 2017 12:34 AM

Originally Posted by jannmunion

Wow very comprehensive sir. May i ask if your civic is rs or the E? If E, good enough naman power nya no?

1.8E.

Definitely more than enough power. 0-100 in 10 seconds (faster than most PPVs), top speed of over 200 kph. And based on firsthand experience, good enough to win on the track against faster and lighter cars. 😉

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**jannmunion** · November 19th, 2017 02:15 PM

Originally Posted by jut703

1.8E.

Definitely more than enough power. 0-100 in 10 seconds (faster than most PPVs), top speed of over 200 kph. And based on firsthand experience, good enough to win on the track against faster and lighter cars. 😉

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Ahhh the assurance i need! Thank you so much!!!!!

**Walter** · November 19th, 2017 02:33 PM

Originally Posted by jut703

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**zechs** · November 19th, 2017 11:04 PM

Kung ako, I wouls heavily lean towards the Jetta but I want the Business Edition + because it has all the tech that I want and that is way more expensive than the Civic 1.8E.

So balik Civic 1.8E ako for all the tech inside hehe

**E@tpc** · November 19th, 2017 11:44 PM

I own both the mazda 3 speed and the civic RS turbo. For fuel economy and fun to drive, agility I'd go for the mz3. For interior space it would still be the civic specially the rear legroom noted that the mz3 is a tad smaller but anyone 5'7 or 5'8 will have no trouble at the rear of the mz3 unless you're terribly horizontally challenged. Since you're comparing the mid spec version the civic 1.8e is the old engine from a decade ago.