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Kia EV9 vs Mazda 3 Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (54,600 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Mazda 3 Hatchback?

Kia EV9 vs Mazda 3 Hatchback: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mazda 3 Hatchback

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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda 3 Hatchback is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,571 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV9 offers significantly more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 322 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers clearly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Kia EV9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Hatchback is considerably lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 975 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 3 Hatchback offers only slightly more boot space – 351 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries somewhat more – 615 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 113 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 stands 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.

from £54,600
EV9

Kia EV9

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 508 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 443 - 563 km
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Kia EV9

The Kia EV9 is a bold, boxy electric SUV that looks like it could swallow your luggage and the in‑laws, with an interior that feels more lounge than cockpit and a presence that makes smaller rivals suddenly feel shy. On the road it delivers calm long‑distance composure with enough shove to keep overtakes effortless, and its tech and practicality make it an easy, sensible choice for buyers who want electric without compromise.

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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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efficiency and low consumption
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wonderful e-drive and head-up projection display on the windshield

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Mazda 3 Hatchback

Costs and Consumption
Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Price
25,000 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
126 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
487 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the Kia EV9 have?

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

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