Baglier Mazda Model Comparison: 2018 Mazda3 5-door VS 2018 Subaru Impreza 5-door

When one looks at a Mazda, its elegant lines and confident features arrest your attention. But when considering which new vehicle is right for you, there's more to consider than mere aesthetics. At Baglier Mazda, we understand this. We're also confident that Mazda makes the finest vehicles available, able to take on the competition in every segment. That's why we've compiled model comparison pages like this one, where we're comparing the 2018 Mazda3 5-door against a similarly sized rival: The 2018 Subaru Impreza 5-door. As you'll discover in detail below, the Mazda3 offers superior standard features and a level of comfort, performance and safety the Subaru Impreza is unable to match. When it's time for a test drive, visit our showroom — but don't forget to browse our new car specials! Every month, we offer new specials to give our customers more ways to get a great deal on a great vehicle from Mazda.

2018 Mazda3 5-door		2018 Subaru Impreza 5-door
184	Max Available Horsepower	152
Standard	Push Button Start	Additional Upgrade
Standard	Alloy Wheels	Additional Upgrade
Standard	Automatic Emergency Braking	Additional Upgrade

2018 Mazda3 5-door

2018 Subaru Impreza 5-door

184

Max Available Horsepower

152

Standard

Push Button Start

Additional Upgrade

Standard

Alloy Wheels

Additional Upgrade

Standard

Automatic Emergency Braking

Additional Upgrade

Design Showdown: 2018 Mazda3 5-door VS 2018 Subaru Impreza 5-door

The 2018 Mazda3 has more going for it than sleek lines, flared wheel arches and a bold, styled front grill. It also comes standard with aluminum alloy wheels; by contrast, the 2018 Subaru Impreza provides just steel wheels with bolt-on covers as standard. When you step inside, the 2018 Mazda3 5-door once again provides a more premium feel with standard push-button start and a 7” Mazda CONNECT™ touch infotainment display. Push button start is an added option and the standard infotainment screen is smaller in the 2018 Subaru Impreza 5-door.

Performance Showdown: 2018 Mazda3 5-door VS 2018 Subaru Impreza 5-door

Not only are both these cars extremely close in size, they're extremely close in standard engine power. Both base models in our comparison make identical EPA fuel efficiency, while the Mazda3 gets slightly more horsepower and torque. However, unlike the 2018 Subaru Impreza 5-door, the 2018 Mazda3 5-door has an available engine upgrade. The 2.5L upgraded engine still achieves up to 35 highway MPG while producing 184 horsepower. With available SKYACTIV®-VEHICLE DYNAMICS with G-Vectoring Control, the Mazda3 adjusts power delivery and weight distribution when cornering for superior grip and stability. This unique performance feature gives you a dynamic yet comfortable drive, and it's exclusive to Mazda.

Safety Showdown: 2018 Mazda3 5-door VS 2018 Subaru Impreza 5-door

Much like Mazda, Subaru also enjoys a positive reputation for safety and durability. In fact, both the Mazda3 and Subaru Impreza won 2018 Top Safety Pick recognition from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. However, a few key features of the 2018 Mazda3 5-door make a compelling case: While an automatic pre-collision braking system is available on the Impreza, Smart City Brake Support on the 2018 Mazda3 comes totally standard. You also get whiplash-reducing front seat headrests standard, which aren't available at all on the 2018 Subaru Impreza 5-door.

Zoom Zoom Away in a Brand New Mazda at Baglier Mazda in Butler, PA

The design masters at Mazda have crafted a variety of vehicles in every shape and size to fit everyone's needs — but they all begin the same way: as a mere block of clay. Today, Mazda uses more clay than any manufacturer. It's their “KODO: Soul of Motion” design philosophy that makes Mazda vehicles so remarkable to look at. Each car's shape and ideal lines are carved from clay before any computer design tools are brought in. The result? Truly beautiful vehicles. Mazda then equips them with SKYACTIV®-G engines for efficient performance and i-ACTIVSENSE® driver assistance features for safety and peace of mind. At Baglier Mazda, we're thrilled to serve Western Pennsylvania with the finest selection of Mazda vehicles. Continue browsing our informative research pages like this one, or visit our location when you're ready for a test drive. Our warm and friendly sales team will be glad to greet you at 630 Evans City Road, Butler, PA 16001.