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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Renault Master Bus comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 36,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or Renault Master Bus?

Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Renault Master Bus: Key differences

Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • considerably cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Renault Master Bus

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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.

Mazda 3 Hatchback is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Renault Master Bus costs 36,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,567 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 3 Hatchback uses 5.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Renault Master Bus with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

Master Bus

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 180 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Master Bus delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 160 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: Renault Master Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Hatchback is substantially lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 2,189 kg. The difference is around 772 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Bus carries clearly more – 1,254 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 752 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 3 Hatchback stands well ahead of its rival 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 £25,000
3 Hatchback

Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 186 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
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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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The Renault Master Bus is a no-nonsense people carrier that trades flash for practicality, offering generous space for passengers and luggage with a sensible, robust feel. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want comfort and reliability over glamour — think dependable transport with a dash of French charm and a wry smile.

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Renault Master Bus

Costs and Consumption
Price
25,000 - 36,000 £
Price
36,600 - 43,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 10.7 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
227 - 280 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
105 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 9
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
2,189 - 2,361 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,075 - 5,575 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
2,070 mm
Height
-
Height
2,290 - 2,486 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,840 - 4,840 L
Payload
487 - 502 kg
Payload
939 - 1,254 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
135 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
150 - 165 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
360 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
99 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
2,299 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the Mazda 3 Hatchback?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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