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Kia Picanto vs Mazda CX-30 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (68 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (15300 £ vs 25200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Mazda CX-30?

Kia Picanto

5 (1 Reviews)
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Mazda CX-30

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Picanto @ Kia Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Picanto has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15300 £, while the Mazda CX-30 costs 25200 £. That’s a price difference of around 9934 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Picanto manages with 5.60 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

CX-30 @ Mazda Motor Corporation

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 Mazda CX-30 has a clearly edge – offering 186 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 118 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-30 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.60 s. That’s about 6.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda CX-30 performs evident better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Kia Picanto tops out at 162 km/h. The difference is around 42 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mazda CX-30 pulls significantly stronger with 240 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 144 Nm difference.

Picanto @ Kia Corporation

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Kia Picanto is distinct lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1455 kg. The difference is around 331 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-30 offers convincingly more room – 430 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-30 performs distinct better – up to 1406 L, which is about 396 L more than the Kia Picanto.

When it comes to payload, Mazda CX-30 clearly perceptible takes the win – 496 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 164 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mazda CX-30 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mazda CX-30 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £25,200
CX-30 @ Mazda Motor Corporation

Mazda CX-30

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 186 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.7 - 6.6 L
Kia Picanto
Mazda CX-30

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Kia Picanto

5 (1 Reviews)
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Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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Mazda CX-30

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The Mazda CX-30 blends sleek coupe-like lines with the practicality of a compact crossover, feeling more premium than its price tag suggests. It’s a joy to drive for anyone who likes a taut chassis and an interior that treats daily commutes like a small luxury escape.

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Kia Picanto
Mazda CX-30
Picanto @ Kia Corporation
CX-30 @ Mazda Motor Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
15300 - 19300 £
Price
25200 - 36800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
127 - 135 g/km
co2
129 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1124 - 1131 kg
Curb weight
1455 - 1587 kg
Trunk capacity
255 L
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Length
3605 mm
Length
4395 mm
Width
1595 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1485 mm
Height
1540 mm
Max trunk capacity
1010 L
Max trunk capacity
1398 - 1406 L
Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
458 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
160 - 162 km/h
Max Speed
191 - 204 km/h
Torque
96 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mazda
What drive types are available for the Kia Picanto?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.