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Audi A5 Sportback vs Mazda 3 Hatchback - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (38700 £ vs 24500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or Mazda 3 Hatchback?

Audi A5 Sportback

Mazda 3 Hatchback

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A5 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mazda 3 Hatchback has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £ , while the Audi A5 Sportback costs 38700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14194 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A5 Sportback manages with 2 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.60 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.

3 Hatchback

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Sportback has a significantly edge – offering 367 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 181 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A5 Sportback pulls significantly stronger with 550 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm difference.

A5 Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mazda 3 Hatchback offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Mazda 3 Hatchback is distinct lighter – 1419 kg compared to 1770 kg. The difference is around 351 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A5 Sportback offers clearly perceptible more room – 445 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A5 Sportback minimal takes the win – 530 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A5 Sportback is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Audi A5 Sportback
Mazda 3 Hatchback

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from about £38,700
A5 Sportback

Audi A5 Sportback

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 107 - 110 km

Audi A5 Sportback

The Audi A5 Sportback dresses up sleek coupe proportions with the everyday sense of a practical hatchback, so you get striking looks without the compromises. Behind the wheel it balances poise and comfort with premium trimmings that make daily driving feel a little bit special — ideal for buyers who want style and substance in equal measure.

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Mazda 3 Hatchback

The Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.

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Audi A5 Sportback
Mazda 3 Hatchback

Costs and Consumption

Price
38700 - 68600 £
Price
24500 - 35500 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
107 - 110 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
126 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1770 - 2170 kg
Curb weight
1419 - 1549 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
-
Width
1860 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1429 - 1444 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
470 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mazda
Is the Audi A5 Sportback offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.