Chevy Trax Takes On New Compact Crossover Competitors at McCluskey Chevrolet

2015 Chevy Trax vs 2016 Mazda CX-3

At times it seems like there is a new compact crossover getting unveiled everyday and each tries to sell you on new technology, new features or something else that’s new. One of the standout compact crossover models for this year is the 2015 Chevy Trax, which offers turbocharged performance, impressive fuel economy and a comfortable, spacious and loaded interior design. How do other new compact crossovers stack up though? Our 2015 Chevy Trax vs 2016 Mazda CX-3 comparison, is just one of many examples of what this growing class has to offer and helps emphasize why the Chevy Trax is a great new option for Columbus, OH drivers.

So, what’s under the hood of these two small SUV editions? The Chevy Trax features a turbocharged 1.4-liter Ecotec four-cylinder option that is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. Producing 138 horsepower and 148 pound-feet of torque, the 2015 Chevy Trax has a wide rpm range for maximum torque and delivers an exciting, fun-to-drive attitude. Tremendous fuel economy ratings are another highlight of the Chevy Trax with an EPA-estimated 26 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway.

The 2016 Mazda CX-3 will employ a 2.0-liter four-cylinder Skyactiv power platform. Official power ratings have not been released yet for the CX-3, but the same platform is shared with the 2015 Mazda 3 and it produces 155 horsepower and 150 pound-feet of torque. While the Mazda CX-3 offers a little bit more horsepower, torque is nearly identical for these two compact SUV models, delivering equally exciting driving experiences. Skyactiv technology delivers impressive fuel economy numbers for this powertrain, but with a larger size, efficiency will likely dip slightly.

One of the primary advantages that the Chevy Trax has over the new Mazda CX-3 is its size. With a little bit longer and wider body as well as significantly more height, the Chevy Trax offers a spacious and roomy interior. The 2015 Trax has an impressive passenger volume of 92.8 cubic-feet in addition to 18.7 cubic-feet behind the second-row seats that expands to 48.4 cubic-feet with the seats folded down. Chevy Trax owners also benefit from on-board 4G LTE internet connectivity, which allows for Wi-Fi access anytime and anywhere, a great feature that isn’t expected from the 2016 Mazda CX-3.

With a great blend of turbocharged excitement, impressive fuel economy and an exceptional interior, the Chevy Trax gets the edge over this new Mazda model in our 2015 Chevy Trax vs 2016 Mazda CX-3 comparison. Having the benefit of Chevy model reliability on your side is another incentive to choose this all-new Chevy compact crossover. We also have a great inventory to choose from, including the brand-new 2015 Chevy Colorado, so stop in and schedule a test drive. For additional up-to-date information on new Chevy vehicle releases as well as local events keep an eye on the McCluskey Chevrolet Blog.