Compare performance (601 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (62,500 £ vs 24,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 Touring or Mazda 3 Hatchback?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the BMW i5 Touring costs 62,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,937 £.
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 i5 Touring offers significantly more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 415 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 Touring is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 Touring delivers substantially more torque with 820 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 580 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Hatchback is considerably lighter – 1,419 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 836 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW i5 Touring offers markedly more boot space – 570 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 219 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW i5 Touring carries a bit more – 560 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.
The BMW i5 Touring holds a decisive overall lead 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.
The BMW i5 Touring marries the everyday usefulness of a roomy estate with the hushed, premium feel of a modern electric BMW. It’s an appealing choice for buyers who want confident, relaxed driving and executive poise without sacrificing weekend practicality — and it even makes loading skis feel slightly glamorous.
detailsThe 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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Price
62,500 - 87,600 £
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Price
24,500 - 35,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
522 - 602 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
126 - 146 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,255 - 2,425 kg
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Curb weight
1,419 - 1,549 kg
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Trunk capacity
570 L
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Trunk capacity
351 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,795 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
535 - 560 kg
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Payload
470 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
340 - 601 HP
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
430 - 820 Nm
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
250 - 442 kW
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mazda
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