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Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs Mazda 3 Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (140 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (24300 £ vs 24500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed Sportswagon or Mazda 3 Hatchback?

Kia Ceed Sportswagon vs Mazda 3 Hatchback: Key differences

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

  • hardly perceptible cheaper
  • minimal lighter

Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • clearly perceptible more power
  • slight more efficient
  • distinct quicker from 0–100 km/h

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

Ceed Sportswagon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Ceed Sportswagon has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24300 £ , while the Mazda 3 Hatchback costs 24500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 214 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda 3 Hatchback manages with 5.60 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

3 Hatchback

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 Mazda 3 Hatchback has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 186 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.70 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Ceed Sportswagon pulls barely noticeable stronger with 253 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 13 Nm difference.

Ceed Sportswagon

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 curb weight, Kia Ceed Sportswagon is minimal lighter – 1335 kg compared to 1419 kg. The difference is around 84 kg.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 485 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 3 Hatchback 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.

Kia Ceed Sportswagon
Mazda 3 Hatchback

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from about £24,500
3 Hatchback

Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 186 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.6 - 6.5 L

Kia Ceed Sportswagon

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is a sensible and surprisingly stylish family wagon that turns daily chores into a bit less of a grind. Practical, comfortable and packed with thoughtful touches where they matter, it’s a smart choice for buyers who want usefulness without sacrificing personality.

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Mazda 3 Hatchback

The Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.

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Kia Ceed Sportswagon
Mazda 3 Hatchback

Costs and Consumption

Price
24300 - 27200 £
Price
24500 - 35500 £
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 - 146 g/km
co2
126 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1335 - 1437 kg
Curb weight
1419 - 1549 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1800 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
463 - 485 kg
Payload
470 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mazda
Is the Kia Ceed Sportswagon offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is available as Front-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.