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Kia Stonic vs Mazda 3 Hatchback - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (115 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (20100 £ vs 24500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Stonic or Mazda 3 Hatchback?

Kia Stonic

Mazda 3 Hatchback

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Stonic has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20100 £, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback costs 24500 £. That’s a price difference of around 4414 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: manages with and is therefore more efficient than the with . The difference is about per 100 km.

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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 3 Hatchback has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 186 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Kia Stonic takes 10.70 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda 3 Hatchback performs somewhat better – reaching 216 km/h, while the Kia Stonic tops out at 182 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mazda 3 Hatchback pulls to a small extent stronger with 240 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Kia Stonic is somewhat lighter – 1205 kg compared to 1419 kg. The difference is around 214 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Stonic offers minimal more room – 352 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Stonic performs slightly better – up to 1155 L, which is about 129 L more than the Mazda 3 Hatchback.

When it comes to payload, Mazda 3 Hatchback minimal takes the win – 485 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mazda 3 Hatchback proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mazda 3 Hatchback is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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
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Kia Stonic

The Kia Stonic is a sprightly compact crossover that mixes city-friendly agility with a cheeky, modern design — perfect for buyers who want style without sacrificing sense. Inside it serves up clever practicality and a bright, well-equipped cabin, making everyday driving feel a bit more fun than it has any right to be.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
20100 - 26600 £
Price
24500 - 35500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
127 - 133 g/km
co2
126 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1205 - 1270 kg
Curb weight
1419 - 1549 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4165 mm
Length
4460 mm
Width
1760 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1520 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1155 L
Max trunk capacity
1022 - 1026 L
Payload
440 - 445 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 - 115 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
179 - 182 km/h
Max Speed
199 - 216 km/h
Torque
172 - 200 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 85 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

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Is the Kia Stonic offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Stonic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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