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Hyundai Kona vs Mazda 3 Sedan comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 25,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Mazda 3 Sedan?

Hyundai Kona vs Mazda 3 Sedan: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.6 (10 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • barely lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Mazda 3 Sedan

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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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

Kona

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.

Hyundai Kona is very slightly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Mazda 3 Sedan costs 25,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,877 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

3 Sedan

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 Hyundai Kona offers only slightly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 8.1 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Kona delivers barely more torque with 265 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm more.

Kona

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 Kona is barely lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,417 kg. The difference is around 47 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers marginally more boot space – 466 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Sedan carries marginally more – 501 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona 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 £23,600
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 380 - 510 km
Hyundai Kona
Mazda 3 Sedan

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Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona is a compact crossover that pairs bold styling with practical everyday usability, offering a comfortable cabin and intuitive tech for modern drivers. Available in both conventional and electrified versions, Kona brings lively handling and strong value for buyers who want crossover versatility and standout character.

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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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Hyundai Kona
Mazda 3 Sedan

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Price
25,400 - 34,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
123 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,468 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
450 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
482 - 501 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mazda
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