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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Vauxhall Astra - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (186 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (24500 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or Vauxhall Astra?

Mazda 3 Hatchback

Vauxhall Astra

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.

Mazda 3 Hatchback has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra costs 25200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 643 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.60 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.

Astra

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 Vauxhall Astra has a slightly edge – offering 225 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Astra pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 360 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is barely noticeable lighter – 1341 kg compared to 1419 kg. The difference is around 78 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers somewhat more room – 422 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra hardly perceptible takes the win – 509 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Vauxhall Astra shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £25,200
Astra

Vauxhall Astra

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.40 kWh
  • Electric Range : 82 - 419 km
Mazda 3 Hatchback
Vauxhall Astra

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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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Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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Mazda 3 Hatchback
Vauxhall Astra

Costs and Consumption

Price
24500 - 35500 £
Price
25200 - 40500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
82 - 419 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
0 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1419 - 1549 kg
Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
Length
-
Length
4374 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
-
Height
1432 - 1488 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
Payload
470 - 485 kg
Payload
414 - 509 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
130 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the Mazda 3 Hatchback have?

The Mazda 3 Hatchback is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.