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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Ford Puma comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 168 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or Ford Puma?

Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Ford Puma: Key differences

Mazda 3 Hatchback

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
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Ford Puma

3 (11 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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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

3 Hatchback

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.

Ford Puma is barely cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the Mazda 3 Hatchback costs 25,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,106 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Puma uses 5.4 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Puma

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mazda 3 Hatchback offers very slightly more power – delivering 186 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Puma is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Puma delivers slightly more torque with 290 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

3 Hatchback

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Puma is only slightly lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 1,417 kg. The difference is around 101 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Puma offers clearly more boot space – 523 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 172 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Hatchback carries very slightly more – 502 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Puma 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 £23,900
Puma

Ford Puma

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 125 - 168 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 404 - 417 km
Mazda 3 Hatchback
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Ford Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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Mazda 3 Hatchback
Ford Puma

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,000 - 36,000 £
Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,805 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
487 - 502 kg
Payload
367 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Ford
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