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Lexus LS vs Mazda 3 Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or Mazda 3 Hatchback?

Lexus LS vs Mazda 3 Hatchback: Key differences

Lexus LS

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

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Mazda 3 Hatchback is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 87,257 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 3 Hatchback uses 5.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

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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 Lexus LS offers significantly more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 173 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LS is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

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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: Mazda 3 Hatchback offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Hatchback is clearly lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 928 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus LS offers somewhat more boot space – 430 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Hatchback carries marginally more – 502 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 3 Hatchback is clearly superior 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.

from £25,000
3 Hatchback

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/100km
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Lexus LS

The Lexus LS is a quietly opulent flagship that wraps cutting-edge tech in a calm, Zen-like cabin, turning gridlock into a spa appointment. Buyers after polished refinement and faultless build quality will love its hushed ride and diplomatic road manners, even if it never cries out for attention.

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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
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
25,000 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
216 g/km
co2
126 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
487 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the Lexus LS have?

The Lexus LS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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