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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Mitsubishi ASX comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (24,500 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or Mitsubishi ASX?

Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Mitsubishi ASX: Key differences

Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • moderately more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mitsubishi ASX

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • marginally lighter
  • noticeably 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:

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.

Mitsubishi ASX is a bit cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mazda 3 Hatchback costs 24,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,128 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi ASX uses 4.3 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

ASX

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 moderately more power – delivering 186 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Mitsubishi ASX takes 8.9 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mitsubishi ASX delivers very slightly more torque with 245 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 5 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, Mitsubishi ASX is marginally lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,419 kg. The difference is around 123 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi ASX offers noticeably more boot space – 484 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 133 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Hatchback carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi ASX comes out modestly ahead 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.

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ASX

Mitsubishi ASX

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 6 L/100km
Mazda 3 Hatchback
Mitsubishi ASX

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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Mitsubishi ASX

The Mitsubishi ASX is a compact crossover that mixes practicality with a no-nonsense personality, making it an easy choice for buyers who want sensible space without the showroom theatrics. It won't set your pulse racing, but its composed ride and user-friendly kit make it a dependable companion for daily errands and weekend escapes — reliable rather than flashy.

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Mazda 3 Hatchback
Mitsubishi ASX

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,500 - 35,500 £
Price
21,400 - 32,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
99 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,419 - 1,549 kg
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,493 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 484 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,797 mm
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
470 - 485 kg
Payload
397 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
190 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mitsubishi
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