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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
24500 - 35500 £
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Price
25200 - 40500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
82 - 419 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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co2
126 - 146 g/km
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co2
0 - 135 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1419 - 1549 kg
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Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
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Trunk capacity
351 L
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Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
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Length
-
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Length
4374 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1432 - 1488 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
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Payload
470 - 485 kg
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Payload
414 - 509 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Power HP
130 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
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Power kW
96 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Vauxhall
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The Mazda 3 Hatchback is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.