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Hyundai Tucson vs Mazda MX-30 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 30800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Mazda MX-30?

Hyundai Tucson vs Mazda MX-30: Key differences

Hyundai Tucson

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly perceptible quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly more electric range

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tucson

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai Tucson has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the Mazda MX-30 costs 30800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9951 £.

As for electric range, the Mazda MX-30 performs slightly better – achieving up to 85 km, about 15 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

MX-30

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 Hyundai Tucson has a clearly edge – offering 288 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 118 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.10 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 64 km/h.

Tucson

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 curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is a bit lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1849 kg. The difference is around 307 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers clearly more room – 620 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 270 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs evident better – up to 1799 L, which is about 644 L more than the Mazda MX-30.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson evident takes the win – 545 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 143 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson 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.

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Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 63 - 70 km
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Hyundai Tucson

5 (3 Reviews)
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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.

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Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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Reviews Hyundai Tucson

5 (3 Reviews)
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Arvanitis Dimitri
12 Oct 2025, 14:52:44

It’s our second Tucson — a diesel manual and a petrol automatic. I can only confirm that our next one in 2027 will be 99.9% a Tucson again. Gorgeous, pleasant, economical and sporty. Top choice.

Reviews Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Hyundai Tucson
Mazda MX-30

Costs and Consumption
Price
20900 - 47900 £
Price
30800 - 37100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.30 kWh
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
22 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Curb weight
1849 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Length
4395 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1848 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1555 mm
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Max trunk capacity
1137 - 1155 L
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
402 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.10 s
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
125 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
830 cm3

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

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What drive types are available for the Hyundai Tucson?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.