Compare performance (288 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 25000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Mazda 3 Sedan?
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 Tucson has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the Mazda 3 Sedan costs 25000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4080 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 2.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.50 L. The difference is about 2.80 L per 100 km.
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 Tucson has a noticeable edge – offering 288 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.10 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 379 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 139 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Mazda 3 Sedan is minimal lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1542 kg. The difference is around 122 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers distinct more room – 620 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson a bit takes the win – 545 kg compared to 481 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.
The Hyundai Tucson sits 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.
Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
20900 - 47900 £
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Price
25000 - 34200 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
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co2
123 - 135 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
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Curb weight
1420 - 1492 kg
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
450 L
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Length
4525 - 4535 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Height
1650 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
518 - 545 kg
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Payload
467 - 481 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
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Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Mazda
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.