Mazda3 Sport or Toyota Auris diesel?

Hi, I'm changing my car and can't decide between a new Mazda3 Sport or Toyota Auris - both diesel. What would you recommend for the best fuel efficency?

I have a 2010 Mazda3 to trade in.

Caroline Gleeson (Ennis)

Jan 2013 Filed under: choosing new car

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Expert answer

Hi Caroline,

As discussed via email, the new Auris is more refined and a little more economical than the Mazda, as it has a 1.4-litre diesel engine to the Mazda's 1.6-litre unit.

However, as you've discovered, you're likely to get a better deal on trade-in with a Mazda dealer and that is likely to decide things.

By all means test drive both and shop around with different Toyota and Mazda dealers. By any normal measure both cars are incredibly fuel efficient.

Let us know how you get on.

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Adviser
@Shane_O_D