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Jaguar E-Pace vs Mazda 3 Sedan comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (32,400 £ vs 25,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jaguar E-Pace or Mazda 3 Sedan?

Jaguar E-Pace vs Mazda 3 Sedan: Key differences

Jaguar E-Pace

  • markedly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Mazda 3 Sedan

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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

E-Pace

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda 3 Sedan is markedly cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the Jaguar E-Pace costs 32,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,952 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jaguar E-Pace uses 1.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 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 Jaguar E-Pace offers markedly more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 83 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jaguar E-Pace is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.3 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar E-Pace delivers substantially more torque with 540 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.

E-Pace

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Sedan is clearly lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 1,783 kg. The difference is around 366 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jaguar E-Pace offers marginally more boot space – 494 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 44 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jaguar E-Pace carries only slightly more – 554 kg compared to 501 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jaguar E-Pace is decisively ahead 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 £32,400
E-Pace

Jaguar E-Pace

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 160 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 8.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 69 km
Jaguar E-Pace
Mazda 3 Sedan

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Jaguar E-Pace

The Jaguar E-Pace brings compact SUV practicality together with taut, sporty design and unmistakable British charm, helping it stand out in a crowded class. Inside, the cabin feels premium and the driving manners are engaging enough to keep a grin on your face, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want Jaguar style without the bulk.

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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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Jaguar E-Pace
Mazda 3 Sedan

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,400 - 56,100 £
Price
25,400 - 34,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
69 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
11.5 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
33 - 185 g/km
co2
123 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 67 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,783 - 2,173 kg
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,468 kg
Trunk capacity
494 L
Trunk capacity
450 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
-
Width
1,984 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
1,648 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,170 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
497 - 554 kg
Payload
482 - 501 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
160 - 269 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
190 - 211 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
260 - 540 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
118 - 198 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Jaguar
Brand
Mazda
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