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Audi A5 Sportback vs Mazda CX-30 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (38700 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or Mazda CX-30?

Audi A5 Sportback

Mazda CX-30

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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 CX-30 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Audi A5 Sportback costs 38700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13508 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A5 Sportback manages with 2 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 3.70 L per 100 km.

CX-30

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Sportback has a decisively 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 clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.80 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:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mazda CX-30 offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Mazda CX-30 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1455 kg compared to 1770 kg. The difference is around 315 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A5 Sportback offers slight more room – 445 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A5 Sportback minimal takes the win – 530 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A5 Sportback shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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
Mazda CX-30

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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 CX-30

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The Mazda CX-30 blends sleek coupe-like lines with the practicality of a compact crossover, feeling more premium than its price tag suggests. It’s a joy to drive for anyone who likes a taut chassis and an interior that treats daily commutes like a small luxury escape.

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Audi A5 Sportback
Mazda CX-30

Costs and Consumption

Price
38700 - 68600 £
Price
25200 - 36800 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 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
129 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1770 - 2170 kg
Curb weight
1455 - 1587 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 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
458 - 496 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
8.3 - 10.3 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.