2021 Mazda CX-3 vs Ford Ecosport Comparison

2021 Mazda CX-3 vs Ford Ecosport Comparison

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2021 Mazda CX-3 vs Ford Ecosport Comparison

The all-new 2021 Mazda CX-3 and the 2021 Ford EcoSport have a couple similarities, but when it comes down to details, the Mazda is the more luxury, worthwhile choice. Mazda drivers and shoppers near the Orlando, FL, area can expect the new Mazda CX-3, a subcompact crossover SUV, to deliver a responsive performance with available i-Activ AWD and make an impact with its stylish exterior and comfortable cabin.

The Mazda CX-3 provides a selection of safety and driver-assist systems as well as high-end technology like the manual day/night rearview mirror and Mazda Connect™ Infotainment System. Every journey will feel more put-together, controlled and easy with the new 2021 Mazda CX-3. Learn more when you visit Headquarter Mazda of Clermont, FL, and take the new Mazda for a test drive.

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2021 Mazda CX-3 vs Ford Ecosport Comparison

Performance
2021 Mazda CX-3 vs Ford Ecosport Performance

The 2021 Mazda CX-3 and the 2021 Ford EcoSport have some similarities when it comes to performance. Overall, the new Mazda CX-3 provides a more powerful and responsive performance due to the advanced SKYACTIV-G 2.0L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine with VVT that delivers up to 148 horsepower and 146 lb-ft of torque.

The Ford EcoSport comes equipped with the standard turbocharged 1.0L EcoBoost engine and offers available Intelligent 4WD for a more sporty performance. The Mazda SUV comes paired with SKYACTIV-VEHICLE DYNAMICS with G-Vectoring Control, and Mazda customers near Orlando, FL, can also opt for the available i-Activ AWD system on the 2021 Mazda CX-3 for a more controlled drive.
- SKYACTIV-G 2.0L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine
- 148 horsepower
- 146 lb-ft of torque
- i-Activ AWD system
- SKYACTIV-VEHICLE DYNAMICS with G-Vectoring Control
- EPA-estimated 29 city and 34 highway mpg
- Intelligent 4WD
- Turbocharged 1.0L EcoBoost engine
- Direct injection
- 2.0L Ti-VCT engine
- Hill start assist
Exterior
2021 Mazda CX-3 vs Ford Ecosport Exterior

The 2021 Mazda CX-3 and the 2021 Ford EcoSport are both subcompact SUVs with a lot to offer. In terms of exterior design, the Ford EcoSport has silver-painted bars and surround on the upper grille, while the Mazda CX-3 has a more modern look with a rear roofline spoiler and dual exhaust outlets with bright finish. The Ford also comes with Halogen Quad-Beam Projector Headlights with LED Signature Lighting, fog lights and a rear swing gate for every-day convenience.

The 2021 Mazda CX-3, on the other hand, has several upgraded lighting features, such as the LED headlights with auto leveling, Adaptive Front-lighting System and automatic on/off headlights with early lighting sensitivity. There are LED Daytime Running Lights, rain-sensing variable-intermittent windshield wipers and High Beam Control to guide you through every journey.
- LED headlights with auto leveling
- Automatic on/off headlights with early lighting sensitivity
- Adaptive Front-lighting System
- High Beam Control
- Rear roofline spoiler
- Rain-sensing variable-intermittent windshield wipers
- Dual exhaust outlets with bright finish
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Halogen Quad-Beam Projector Headlights with LED Signature Lighting
- Rear swing gate
- Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors
- Black or silver painted bars and surround upper grille
- Optional mud flaps/splash guards
- Black roof rails
- Fog lights
Technology Features
2021 Mazda CX-3 vs Ford Ecosport Technology Features

The 2021 Mazda CX-3 and the 2021 Ford EcoSport are forward-thinking subcompact SUVs. The Ford EcoSport comes with an upgraded SYNC 3 infotainment system that includes optional voice-activated navigation and a capacitive touchscreen, plus Apple CarPlay and Android Auto™ integration. The Ford also comes with exclusive tech like FordPass™ Connect with 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot and Ford+Alexa.

That said, Mazda drivers and shoppers near Orlando, FL, will be able to utilize high-end systems and advanced technology with the new 2021 Mazda CX-3, such as the 7-inch full-color touch screen display, Bluetooth hands-free phone and audio capability and Mazda Connect™ Infotainment System that includes voice command, Multifunction Commander Control, SMS text message audio delivery and reply and more.
- Mazda Connect™ Infotainment System
- Voice command and Multifunction Commander Control
- Bluetooth hands-free phone and audio capability
- 7-inch full-color touch screen display
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto™ integration
- Auxiliary audio input jack
- USB audio input
- 2021 Ford EcoSport
- SYNC 3 with voice-activated navigation system
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
- FordPass™ Connect with 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Ford+Alexa
- SiriusXM, Travel Link and Navigation
- Ford MyKey technology
Safety Features
2021 Mazda CX-3 vs Ford Ecosport Safety Features

The 2021 Mazda CX-3 and the 2021 Ford EcoSport both offer an array of safety systems. For the modern Mazda family near Orlando, FL, the all-new 2021 Mazda CX-3 comes with intelligent safety systems and driver-assist technologies like Dynamic Stability Control and Traction Control System, Advanced Smart City Brake Support with day and night time pedestrian detection and Smart Brake Support with Collision Warning.

The Ford EcoSport comes with available Ford Co-Pilot360™ Technology and includes available systems like BLIS with Cross-Traffic Alert, Reverse Sensing System and the voice-activated touchscreen Navigation System—while Hill Start Assist is standard. That said, the 2021 Mazda CX-3 also offers a Rearview Camera, Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning, Hill Launch Assist and Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go.
- Dynamic Stability Control and Traction Control
- Smart Brake Support with Collision Warning
- Rearview Camera
- Blind SPot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning
- Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- 2021 Ford EcoSport
- Ford Co-Pilot360™ Technology
- BLIS with Cross-Traffic Alert
- Reverse Sensing System
- Voice-activated touchscreen Navigation System
- Hill Start Assist
Interior
2021 Mazda CX-3 vs Ford Ecosport Interior

The all-new 2021 Mazda CX-3 is a two-row, subcompact crossover SUV with seating for up to five passengers, excellent cargo volume and versatile seating. Mazda drivers near Orlando, FL, will be able to utilize up to 42.7 cubic feet of cargo space with the seat area in the Mazda CX-3 or up to 17.8 cubic feet in the trunk area alone. In comparison, the new 2021 Ford EcoSport has a five-seat cabin with cloth-trimmed front bucket seats and up to 50 cubic feet of cargo space with the seat area, which is slightly more than the Mazda.

Still, the new Mazda CX-3 offers premium cloth-trimmed sport seats as well as cloth door trim with black armrests and front and rear outboard seat headrests as the standard. With comfort and versatility in the 60/40 split fold-down rear seats, 6-way manual driver’s seat and automatic climate control system, you can ride with ease in the 2021 Mazda CX-3.
- Cargo volume of up to 42.7 cubic feet with seat area
- Cargo volume of up ot 17.8 cubic feet
- Seating for 5
- 60/40 split fold-down rear seats
- 6-way manual driver’s seat
- Cloth-trimmed sport seats
- Center armrest with storage
- Manual day/night rearview mirror
- 2021 Ford EcoSport
- Cargo Management System
- Cargo net and organizers
- Second-row 60/40 split-fold rear seats
- Single-zone manual air conditioning
- Cloth-trimmed front buckets
- 4-way manual driver’s seat
- 4-way manual front passenger seat