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Audi Q3 vs Mazda CX-30 – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q3 or Mazda CX-30?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda CX-30 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Audi Q3 costs 38200 £. That’s a price difference of around 12994 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q3 manages with 1.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 4 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q3 has a noticeable edge – offering 272 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q3 performs somewhat better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Mazda CX-30 tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q3 pulls noticeable stronger with 400 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mazda CX-30 is to a small extent lighter – 1455 kg compared to 1635 kg. The difference is around 180 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q3 offers to a small extent more room – 488 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 58 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-30 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1406 L, which is about 20 L more than the Audi Q3.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q3 hardly perceptible takes the win – 535 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi Q3 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.

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Audi Q3

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 8.6 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 119 km
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The Audi Q3 feels like a grown-up compact SUV with premium polish and city-friendly agility, the sort of car that makes weekend escapes and daily commutes equally satisfying. Inside, you get quality materials and smart packaging that keep things practical without skimping on style, so it’s an easy pick for buyers who want luxury without the drama.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
38200 - 52900 £
Price
25200 - 36800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
118 - 119 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
39 - 195 g/km
co2
129 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1635 - 1900 kg
Curb weight
1455 - 1587 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Length
4531 mm
Length
4395 mm
Width
1859 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1559 - 1601 mm
Height
1540 mm
Max trunk capacity
1196 - 1386 L
Max trunk capacity
1398 - 1406 L
Payload
505 - 535 kg
Payload
458 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
208 - 240 km/h
Max Speed
191 - 204 km/h
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mazda

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Is the Audi Q3 offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi Q3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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