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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (24,500 £ vs 32,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?

Mazda 3 Hatchback vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: Key differences

Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • clearly cheaper
  • barely lighter

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • markedly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space

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

3 Hatchback

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda 3 Hatchback is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe costs 32,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,809 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe uses 4.2 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

2 Series Gran Coupe

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 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers markedly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 114 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

3 Hatchback

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Hatchback is barely lighter – 1,419 kg compared to 1,495 kg. The difference is around 76 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers moderately more boot space – 430 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 485 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 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 £32,400
2 Series Gran Coupe

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Mazda 3 Hatchback
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

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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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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pairs sharp handling with surprising practicality, wearing BMW's sporty looks in a compact, city-friendly shell. It's ideal for buyers who want a premium driving experience without the fuss of something larger — all the attitude, none of the excess.

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Mazda 3 Hatchback
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,500 - 35,500 £
Price
32,400 - 51,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
110 - 170 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
49 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,419 - 1,549 kg
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Length
-
Length
4,546 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 - 485 kg
Payload
455 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
Brand
Mazda
Brand
BMW
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