2019 Mazda CX-3 vs. 2019 Honda HR-V

While both models can earn up to an EPA-estimated 34 hwy mpg rating, their power options differ. Overall, you’ll find the Mazda model has a bit more to add to your commute. Compare the specs below and see which can give you the kind of power you want on St Charles streets.

• CX-3: 148 hp, 2.0L SKYACTIV®-G 4-cylinder engine
• HR-V: 141 hp, 1.8L 4-cylinder engine

Both models have the innovative technology and convenience features you’ll want on your drives including 60/40 split fold-down rear seats, Bluetooth® hands-free phone and audio capability, a 12-volt power outlet, and an electric parking brake. Some features you’ll find in each model include:

• CX-3: Rear window defogger with timer, Remote keyless illuminated entry system with “answer back” feature, front and rear outboard seat headrests, 6-way manual driver’s seat, cloth-trimmed sport seats, 7-inch full-color touchscreen display, and MAZDA CONNECT™ Infotainment System
• HR-V: Bluetooth® streaming audio, 5-inch color LCD screen, remote entry, Multi-Angle, one-touch power moonroof, push-button start, available Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ compatibility, and Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™

Apart from being high-tech and convenient, these models pride themselves on being safe. In the end, you’ll find the Mazda offers more standard safety to Geneva drivers. Though the Honda HR-V has an advanced safety suite, you’ll find some safety features in the CX-3 that you won’t find in the HR-V. The safety technology in each model includes:

• CX-3: Seat-belt pretensioners with force limiters, Electronic Brake Force Distribution & Brake Assist, Dynamic Stability Control and Traction Control System, Hill Launch Assist, Rearview Camera, Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Smart City Brake Support, Tire Pressure Monitoring system, LATCH
• HR-V: Honda LaneWatch™, Honda Sensing® with Collision Mitigation Braking System™, Road Departure Mitigation System, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keeping Assist System