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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Renault R5 comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 540 HP), boot space and price (24,500 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or Renault R5?

Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Renault R5: Key differences

Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • only slightly lighter
  • barely more trunk space

Renault R5

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

3 Hatchback

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault R5 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the Mazda 3 Hatchback costs 24,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 634 £.

R5

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 Renault R5 offers considerably more power – delivering 540 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 354 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault R5 delivers substantially more torque with 4,800 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 4,560 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, Mazda 3 Hatchback is only slightly lighter – 1,419 kg compared to 1,447 kg. The difference is around 28 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 3 Hatchback offers barely more boot space – 351 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Hatchback carries somewhat more – 485 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault R5 is far ahead 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 £23,900
R5

Renault R5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 540 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 307 - 405 km
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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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Reviews Mazda 3 Hatchback

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Renault R5

The Renault 5 is a cheeky city car that marries retro charm with modern flair, its playful looks promising smiles before you even start the engine. Practical enough for daily life yet lively enough to make short trips feel like mini adventures, it’s an irresistible choice for buyers who prefer personality to bland practicality.

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Walter
4 Nov 2025, 21:42:46

Practical, nimble, and fun to drive. For rather small drivers up to 1.75 m there's plenty of space even on the back seat. Useful driver-assist systems, and Android Auto works well. Very economical in summer. In winter a lot of energy is used in the first five minutes to bring the battery up to 20°C, which makes consumption on short winter trips very high.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,500 - 35,500 £
Price
23,900 - 137,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
307 - 405 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
3 - 5
Curb weight
1,419 - 1,549 kg
Curb weight
1,447 - 1,524 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
-
Length
3,922 - 4,080 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,744 - 2,030 mm
Height
-
Height
1,380 - 1,498 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,106 L
Payload
470 - 485 kg
Payload
396 - 418 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
122 - 540 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
150 - 270 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
225 - 4,800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
90 - 397 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,027
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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