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BMW XM vs Mazda MX-30 comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Mazda MX-30?

BMW XM vs Mazda MX-30: Key differences

BMW XM

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  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mazda MX-30

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  • considerably cheaper
  • marginally more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda MX-30 is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 85,294 £.

As for electric range, the Mazda MX-30 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 85 km, about 5 km more than the BMW XM.

MX-30

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 XM offers considerably more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 578 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

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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: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-30 is clearly lighter – 1,849 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 846 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW XM offers clearly more boot space – 527 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 177 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries clearly more – 525 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 123 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-30 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £30,800
MX-30

Mazda MX-30

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 85 km
BMW XM
Mazda MX-30

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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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BMW XM
Mazda MX-30

Costs and Consumption

Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
22 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Length
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Length
4,395 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
1,555 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
402 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
125 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
830 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mazda
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