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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Land Rover Defender comparison
Compare performance (186 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or Land Rover Defender?
Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Land Rover Defender: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
3 Hatchback
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mazda 3 Hatchback is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,837 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 3 Hatchback uses 5.6 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.
Defender
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 Land Rover Defender offers clearly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 449 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Defender delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 510 Nm more.
3 Hatchback
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Land Rover Defender offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Hatchback is clearly lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 883 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers significantly more boot space – 786 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 435 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries noticeably more – 819 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 317 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Land Rover Defender 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 £57,900
Land Rover Defender
Mazda 3 Hatchback
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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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Land Rover Defender
The Land Rover Defender looks like it could shrug off a weekend of serious off-road abuse while still turning heads on the high street. Inside it balances practical, no-nonsense utility with enough creature comforts to make daily driving feel less like an expedition and more like a stylish commute—rugged charm with civilized manners.
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Mazda 3 Hatchback
Land Rover Defender
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
25,000 - 36,000 £
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Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
48 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
126 - 146 g/km
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co2
135 - 324 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 8
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,417 - 1,529 kg
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Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
351 L
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Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,795 mm
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Width
2,008 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
487 - 502 kg
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Payload
494 - 819 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Power HP
200 - 635 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Land Rover
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