Which is the best choice between Mazda 3 and Corolla？ Young people say this is the choice

Recently, a friend won the lottery and wanted to buy a car for transportation. With a soft spot for Japanese models, he locked in the new Mazda 3 and the new Corolla. As young people just entering the workplace with a limited budget, how did they choose?

Both cars have come to the latest generation, and the exterior and interior have been completely changed compared to their predecessors. To say that the design of the new Mazda 3 really reflects the value, using the design of millions of luxury cars in civilian cars, this is Mazda’s design concept. The design theme of this generation of Mazda 3 is "the car everyone wants to own"; Corolla still maintains the design of the king of family cars.

As the leader of Changan Mazda, the new Mazda 3 is already the fourth generation of domestic production, and uses Mazda’s latest soul design language. Whether it is the appearance or interior design, it is the same level of excellence. The use of subtraction aesthetics is incisive, although the design is simple but strong and beautiful.

Compared to the new Corolla of the 12th generation, the appearance has also changed a lot, but compared to the new Mazda 3, it is relatively low-key and restrained, because it does not need to be highlighted, and the global sales of 47 million is the best proof of the Corolla model. The two players can be said to be the benchmark of Japanese sedans, each with distinct characteristics and in line with the preferences and needs of different users.

The three-ring meter also reflects Mazda’s preference for circles. On both sides are the pointer tachometer and the water temperature/oil meter, and in the middle is the solid ring + LCD analog speedometer. The overall style is very simple, only the most important information is passed to the driver, and all the bells and whistles are cut off.

The 12.1-inch large screen of the top Corolla can be said to be the most eye-catching, but to be fair, the display clarity of this screen can be higher, and the response sensitivity needs to be improved. Such a large screen is somewhat incongruous in the car. Compared with the screen of the new Mazda 3, it is more designed and has similar functions.

Mazda has done in-depth research on seats and has brought ergonomic design to the extreme. According to Mazda’s idea: based on the "people-oriented" car-building philosophy, all drivers and passengers can be in a comfortable and not tired state, and they can more easily cope with changes in the driving environment, achieving the ultimate goal of "one person and one horse" at will. In the position of seats and feet, Mazda can be said to have put a lot of effort into it.

After driving so many cars, I finally realized the "people-oriented" in Mazda’s car. When driving, my feet can be naturally and in a very comfortable position "on the pedal", and some models do have the driver’s sitting position "twisted". Therefore, it is obvious that long-term driving of Mazda models is not easy to fatigue.

Mazda’s seat design will make your pelvis stand upright, just like a person walking naturally, naturally, and will be the most comfortable. The interior layout of the new car and the seat angle are all redesigned according to ergonomics. For example, the center armrest box of the previous model is very rearward and small because of the encroachment of the cup slot. When opening and closing, people must twist their bodies. The new model has changed the position of the cup slot, and the center armrest box is better opened and has more space.

The new Mazda 3 has more room than the new Corolla in terms of interior space, both in terms of headroom and rear legroom.

The storage space is equal to that of the car, and some items with you can be stored in a suitable place. The new Mazda 3 is conveniently located, the storage compartment on the door panel is large enough, and the front center console cup holder will not fight with the arm after placing the water bottle. The overall performance is acceptable.

The regular storage space of the new car is still good, the layout is very convenient, the storage compartment opening on the door panel is large enough, and the front center console cup holder will not fight with the arm after the water bottle is placed. The overall performance is acceptable.

When it comes to power, the new Mazda 3 continues to be equipped with the "SKYACTIV-G" Chuangchi Blue Sky High Compression Ratio Gasoline Direct Injection Engine, 1.5L and 2.0L power, 1.5L engine maximum power 86 kW, 2.0L engine maximum power 116 kW. Matching 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic transmission. That’s right, the 6-speed automatic transmission that still responds super fast.

The new Corolla is equipped with a 1.2-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 116Ps/5200-5600rpm and a peak torque of 185N · m/1500-4000rpm. The new Corolla uses a CVT continuously variable transmission and can also support the simulation mode of 10 forward gears, which can be regarded as adding some fun to the acceleration process. But the smoothness of the small-displacement turbocharged engine is still not as good as that of the naturally aspirated engine, and in front of Mazda, which is committed to making the self-priming engine the ultimate, the Corolla is slightly inferior. Besides, Mazda has reduced fuel consumption to a very low level. Friends who want to say that the small-displacement turbo is more fuel-efficient, it is time to wake up.

In terms of the most intuitive acceleration experience, the advantage of this engine on the new Mazda 3 is that it accelerates very smoothly and linearly, and responds quickly to acceleration, which is a very obedient and hard-working style. Subjective acceleration is also not bad, and it is not a problem to deal with daily use at all. If you accelerate quickly, just press the accelerator deeply, and the roar of the engine speed rising is very nice and passionate. With the smart gearbox that day, control is your thing.

Another reason why friends who have driven two cars can bring such good handling to the new Mazda 3 is that the new Mazda 3 uses the "SEB butterfly-shaped bionic rear suspension structure". Compared with the previous model, the rear suspension has been changed from independent suspension to non-independent suspension. The previous generation of Onxella also used the E-type multi-link rear suspension. Consumers may think it is a cost saving, but from the developer’s point of view, this is the result of comprehensive consideration, not a reduction.

Torsion beams have two disadvantages in application. One is that the geometry of the suspension has a low degree of freedom in adjustment, and the other is that the beam angle will deflect to the outside of the center of the bend, so it is easy to enter the state of insufficient steering. Under normal circumstances, engineers will switch to a multi-link structure according to theory to solve these problems, but Mazda does not think so. The first disadvantage is not a problem as long as it does not exceed the parameter range that the torque beam suspension can set. It is simple to adjust and the structure is not as complicated as multi-link. The second defect is overcome by improving the support rigidity of the torque beam arm. Mazda redesigned the structure and shape of this force avoidance so that the rigidity can reach 80% of the multi-link suspension, and the remaining beam angle and camber angle are used to make up for it.

This way, it can have the same control effect as the multi-link suspension, but the weight is more than 10 kilograms lighter than the multi-link, making the balance between lightweight and suspension adjustment. After all, weight loss is a difficult thing to achieve while improving the driving texture.

Mazda has always been known for its handling. As the owner of the first Mazda 6, Mazda can be said to be a mentor to guide me to choose other vehicles later. Therefore, friends who like to drive by themselves and like to control should not be torn. You will not regret choosing these two new Mazda 3. Then let’s see how Corolla drives.

The acceleration process is basically smooth as the core. When you tap the throttle at the beginning, there will be a little jump, and then the acceleration will become much smoother. At speeds below 80km/h, if you press the throttle deeply, you will have a better acceleration feeling, but if you go up, you need to give the engine more time. Even if you use the sports mode, that is, keep the engine’s speed and "upshift point" higher to make the power output more active. This kind of tuning method is more suitable for driving in the city, and overtaking at high speed is still a little insufficient, which requires the driver to make a reasonable judgment.

This generation of Corolla can be said to be a reborn performance, but the Corolla is still too inclined to home comfort, so that the car still can’t have too much control in terms of has the voice over. It’s not that the Corolla is not good, but the positioning of the new Corolla is comfortable and fuel-efficient, and comfortable cruising is its ultimate destination.

The two models each cover their own crowd. The new Mazda 3 is already the fourth generation of domestic production, and it uses Mazda’s latest Soul design language. Mazda 3 does not know how many car lovers’ dreams have come true. The solidity of the chassis and the perfect match of the engine and gearbox, the advanced texture of the interior and the excellent sound insulation level. This generation of Mazda 3 is really difficult for you to pick out any faults; Corolla is still comfortable and continues to write its legend. If you are young and passionate, choose the new Mazda 3 and you will not regret it. If you have a family and your heart has no waves, Corolla is the best choice.