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Kia Picanto vs Mazda MX-30 comparison

Compare performance (68 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (15,300 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Mazda MX-30?

Kia Picanto vs Mazda MX-30: Key differences

Kia Picanto

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Picanto

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Picanto is considerably cheaper – starting at 15,300 £ , while the Mazda MX-30 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,548 £.

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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 Mazda MX-30 offers substantially more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-30 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.

Picanto

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, Kia Picanto is significantly lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 725 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda MX-30 carries slightly more – 402 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-30 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.

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MX-30

Mazda MX-30

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 85 km
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Kia Picanto

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 MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
15,300 - 19,300 £
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 134 g/km
co2
22 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Length
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Length
4,395 mm
Width
1,595 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
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Height
1,555 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
402 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
96 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
125 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
830 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the Kia Picanto have?

The Kia Picanto is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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