Compare performance (140 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (24300 £ vs 25000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed Sportswagon 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.
Kia Ceed Sportswagon has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24300 £ , while the Mazda 3 Sedan costs 25000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 643 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda 3 Sedan manages with 5.50 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.
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 Sedan has a noticeable 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 Sedan is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 8.10 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.70 s. That’s about 1.60 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.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Kia Ceed Sportswagon is barely noticeable lighter – 1335 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 85 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon offers clearly perceptible more room – 625 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.
When it comes to payload, Kia Ceed Sportswagon barely noticeable takes the win – 485 kg compared to 481 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.
Overall, the Mazda 3 Sedan shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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.
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
24300 - 29100 £
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Price
25000 - 34200 £
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 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
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
137 - 146 g/km
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co2
123 - 135 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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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
1335 - 1437 kg
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Curb weight
1420 - 1492 kg
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Trunk capacity
512 - 625 L
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Trunk capacity
450 L
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Length
4605 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1800 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Height
1422 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1545 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
455 - 485 kg
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Payload
467 - 481 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
100 - 140 HP
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
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Max Speed
197 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
172 - 253 Nm
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
74 - 103 kW
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Mazda
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The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is available as Front-Wheel Drive.