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Hyundai Bayon vs Mazda CX-30 comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (20,100 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Bayon or Mazda CX-30?

Hyundai Bayon vs Mazda CX-30: Key differences

Hyundai Bayon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Mazda CX-30

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally 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

Bayon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai Bayon is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,100 £ , while the Mazda CX-30 costs 25,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,177 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda CX-30 uses 5.7 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Hyundai Bayon with 5.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

CX-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 Mazda CX-30 offers considerably more power – delivering 186 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 96 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-30 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Hyundai Bayon takes 11.9 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-30 delivers clearly more torque with 240 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 68 Nm more.

Bayon

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Bayon is noticeably lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,455 kg. The difference is around 280 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda CX-30 offers marginally more boot space – 430 L compared to 411 L. That’s a difference of about 19 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-30 carries only slightly more – 496 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda CX-30 is far ahead 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 £25,200
CX-30

Mazda CX-30

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 186 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.7 - 6.6 L/100km
Hyundai Bayon
Mazda CX-30

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai Bayon

The Hyundai Bayon slips neatly between city runabout and small SUV, offering surprising practicality and a fresh, confident design that stands out in urban traffic. It's an easy buy for shoppers who want smart packaging, tidy handling and a dash of personality without fuss — a sensible little crossover that makes everyday driving a bit more enjoyable.

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Mazda CX-30

The Mazda CX-30 blends sleek coupe-like lines with the practicality of a compact crossover, feeling more premium than its price tag suggests. It’s a joy to drive for anyone who likes a taut chassis and an interior that treats daily commutes like a small luxury escape.

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Hyundai Bayon
Mazda CX-30

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,100 - 25,800 £
Price
25,200 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
130 - 132 g/km
co2
129 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,200 kg
Curb weight
1,455 - 1,587 kg
Trunk capacity
411 L
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 460 kg
Payload
458 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
172 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mazda
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