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Dacia Jogger vs Mazda 3 Sedan comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (15,400 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Jogger or Mazda 3 Sedan?

Dacia Jogger vs Mazda 3 Sedan: Key differences

Dacia Jogger

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • moderately lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Mazda 3 Sedan

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Jogger

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.

Dacia Jogger is considerably cheaper – starting at 15,400 £ , while the Mazda 3 Sedan costs 25,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,557 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Dacia Jogger uses 4.5 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

3 Sedan

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mazda 3 Sedan offers a bit more power – delivering 186 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Sedan is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the Dacia Jogger takes 8.9 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda 3 Sedan delivers a bit more torque with 240 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Jogger

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: Dacia Jogger offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Jogger is moderately lighter – 1,268 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 152 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Dacia Jogger offers visibly more boot space – 607 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 157 L.

When it comes to payload, the Dacia Jogger carries slightly more – 559 kg compared to 481 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Dacia Jogger is clearly superior overall 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 £15,400
Jogger

Dacia Jogger

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, LPG
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 7.6 L/100km
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Dacia Jogger

The Dacia Jogger is a no-nonsense family mover that stretches the idea of value with cavernous practicality and flexible space, perfect for buyers who need a sensible, everyday Swiss Army knife on wheels. It doesn’t try to be glamorous — instead it wins hearts with cheerful thrift, durable materials and honest engineering, giving you useful transport without the pretence.

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Reviews Dacia Jogger

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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Dave
17 Apr 2026, 11:09:33

the Jogger is spacious and the lack of unnecessary frills and over complex electronics negates frustration and niggles. Practically, it's versatility is great, and the price is unbelievable value.

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FF
3 Feb 2026, 16:18:17

The RAV4's boot is tiny. Pick the Jogger without hesitation — and pay €250 less per month.

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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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Dacia Jogger
Mazda 3 Sedan

Costs and Consumption
Price
15,400 - 23,500 £
Price
25,000 - 34,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
103 - 138 g/km
co2
123 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,268 - 1,463 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,492 kg
Trunk capacity
160 - 607 L
Trunk capacity
450 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,784 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
384 - 559 kg
Payload
467 - 481 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 158 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
190 - 200 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 116 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the Dacia Jogger have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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