2012 Mazda 3 DI 4-Door vs 2012 Mazda 6
| EPA figure | 2012 Mazda 3 DI 4-Door | 2012 Mazda 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body · drive | Compact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas | Midsize · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas |
| Combined MPG | 32 | 24 |
| City / highway MPG | 28 / 39 | 21 / 30 |
| Fuel a year | $2,100 | $2,800 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi) | 278 | 370 |
| Engine | 2.0 L 4-cyl | 2.5 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) | Manual 6-spd |
▲ marks the better official figure on that line: more range, MPG or MPGe; less fuel cost or CO₂. From fueleconomy.gov.