Fuel comparison

2026 Mazda Mazda3 4-Door Turbo 4WD vs 2026 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Compare estimated yearly fuel costs for two compact vehicles using Canadian fuel consumption ratings.

Lower yearly estimate2026 Volkswagen Golf GTI
Estimated annual difference$18
Vehicle classCompact

Driving assumptions

City / highway50% / 50%

Cars to compare

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Vehicle2026 Mazda Mazda3 4-Door Turbo 4WD
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Vehicle2026 Volkswagen Golf GTI
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Annual cost comparison

Ranked by estimated fuel cost using your scenario.

Largest yearly gap$18
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2026 Volkswagen Golf GTI

8.6 combined L/100 km1730.0 L/year
$3,028Lowest fuel cost
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2026 Mazda Mazda3 4-Door Turbo 4WD

8.7 combined L/100 km1740.0 L/year
$3,045$18 more/year

Based on 20,000 km/year at $1.75 per litre.

Long-term fuel spend

Assumes the same kilometres, city/highway split, efficiency, and fuel price each year.