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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs SEAT Ibiza - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (186 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (24500 £ vs 16800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or SEAT Ibiza?

Mazda 3 Hatchback

SEAT Ibiza

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.

SEAT Ibiza has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16800 £, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback costs 24500 £. That’s a price difference of around 7706 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: SEAT Ibiza manages with 5 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.60 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

Ibiza

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 Mazda 3 Hatchback has a to a small extent edge – offering 186 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the SEAT Ibiza takes 8.10 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: SEAT Ibiza pulls barely noticeable stronger with 250 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 10 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, SEAT Ibiza is clearly perceptible lighter – 1111 kg compared to 1419 kg. The difference is around 308 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SEAT Ibiza offers barely noticeable more room – 355 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.

When it comes to payload, SEAT Ibiza barely noticeable takes the win – 522 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race?

The SEAT Ibiza proves to be edges ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
SEAT Ibiza is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £16,800
Ibiza

SEAT Ibiza

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.7 L
Mazda 3 Hatchback
SEAT Ibiza

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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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SEAT Ibiza

The SEAT Ibiza is a cheeky, well-priced hatchback that blends sharp styling with a grown-up driving character, making it a smart choice for city commuters who still want a bit of fun. Inside it's practical and neatly finished, with sensible kit and easygoing manners that make everyday life less fussy — a car that doesn't try too hard but gets the job done with a smile.

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Mazda 3 Hatchback
SEAT Ibiza
3 Hatchback
Ibiza

Costs and Consumption

Price
24500 - 35500 £
Price
16800 - 28800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
114 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1419 - 1549 kg
Curb weight
1111 - 1231 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
355 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1795 mm
Width
1780 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 - 485 kg
Payload
489 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
80 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 15.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
95 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
59 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Mazda
Brand
SEAT
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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.