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Lexus RX vs Mazda 3 Sedan comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 25,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Mazda 3 Sedan?

Lexus RX vs Mazda 3 Sedan: Key differences

Lexus RX

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Mazda 3 Sedan

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mazda 3 Sedan is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,852 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

3 Sedan

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus RX offers substantially more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 185 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.1 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers significantly more torque with 551 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 311 Nm more.

RX

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, Mazda 3 Sedan is clearly lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 623 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RX offers very slightly more boot space – 461 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries somewhat more – 620 kg compared to 501 kg. That’s a difference of about 119 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RX holds a decisive overall lead 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 £63,300
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Lexus RX

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 207 - 371 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 km
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The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.

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Mazda 3 Sedan

Costs and Consumption
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
25,400 - 34,700 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
123 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,468 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
450 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
482 - 501 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
551 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mazda
Is the Lexus RX offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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