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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Mazda 3 Sedan – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Mazda 3 Sedan?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

Mazda 3 Sedan

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mazda 3 Sedan has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25000 £, while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 45700 £. That’s a price difference of around 20708 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe manages with 5 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.50 L. The difference is about 0.50 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 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe has a clearly edge – offering 392 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 206 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.10 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda 3 Sedan tops out at 216 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe pulls convincingly stronger with 650 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 410 Nm difference.

4 Series Gran Coupe @ BMW Group Press

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mazda 3 Sedan is somewhat lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers hardly perceptible more room – 470 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

When it comes to payload, Mazda 3 Sedan hardly perceptible takes the win – 481 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe 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.

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Mazda 3 Sedan

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4 Series Gran Coupe @ BMW Group Press

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 392 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 7.8 L

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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Mazda 3 Sedan

The Mazda 3 Sedan dresses like a compact premium car, with sculpted lines and an interior that punches well above its class. It rewards drivers with eager handling and a composed, comfortable ride that turns routine runs into something a bit more enjoyable — proof that style and substance can share the same key.

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Mazda 3 Sedan
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Costs and Consumption

Price
45700 - 68000 £
Price
25000 - 34200 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
123 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1695 - 1935 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1492 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
450 L
Length
4783 mm
Length
4660 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1442 mm
Height
1440 mm
Max trunk capacity
1290 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 kg
Payload
467 - 481 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
203 - 216 km/h
Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe have?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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