2025 Volkswagen Golf R vs 2026 Mazda 3 4-Door 4WD
| EPA figure | 2025 Volkswagen Golf R | 2026 Mazda 3 4-Door 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
| Body · drive | Compact · All-Wheel Drive · Gas | Compact · 4-Wheel Drive · Gas |
| Combined MPG | 25 | 27 |
| City / highway MPG | 22 / 31 | 23 / 32 |
| Fuel a year | $3,300 | $2,500 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi) | 349 | 334 |
| Engine | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | 2.5 L 4-cyl turbo |
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S7) | Automatic (S6) |
▲ marks the better official figure on that line: more range, MPG or MPGe; less fuel cost or CO₂. From fueleconomy.gov.