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BMW Z4 vs Mazda 3 Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (43,500 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Mazda 3 Hatchback?

BMW Z4 vs Mazda 3 Hatchback: Key differences

BMW Z4

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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 Hatchback is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the BMW Z4 costs 43,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,437 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 3 Hatchback uses 5.6 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the BMW Z4 with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

3 Hatchback

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW Z4 offers significantly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 154 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW Z4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW Z4 delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm more.

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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.

Seats: Mazda 3 Hatchback offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Hatchback is only slightly lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 1,510 kg. The difference is around 93 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 3 Hatchback offers somewhat more boot space – 351 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Hatchback carries clearly more – 502 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 267 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW Z4 holds a slight edge 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 £43,500
Z4

BMW Z4

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 340 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
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26 Apr 2026, 13:19:10

Responsive car, very high-performing, very agile in corners.

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The 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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Mazda 3 Hatchback

Costs and Consumption
Price
43,500 - 65,300 £
Price
25,000 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
157 - 191 g/km
co2
126 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,864 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
487 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mazda
Is the BMW Z4 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW Z4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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