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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Skoda Kamiq comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 22,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or Skoda Kamiq?

Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Skoda Kamiq: Key differences

Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • slightly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Kamiq

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  • somewhat cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • a bit lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Skoda Kamiq is somewhat cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the Mazda 3 Hatchback costs 25,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,752 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kamiq uses 5.3 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

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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 slightly more power – delivering 186 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Skoda Kamiq takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Kamiq delivers marginally more torque with 250 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 10 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, Skoda Kamiq is a bit lighter – 1,231 kg compared to 1,417 kg. The difference is around 186 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kamiq offers moderately more boot space – 400 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Kamiq carries marginally more – 539 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 3 Hatchback has only a minor advantage 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
Mazda 3 Hatchback
Skoda Kamiq

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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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Skoda Kamiq

The Skoda Kamiq is a practical, well-built small crossover that mixes city-friendly manners with surprisingly versatile interior space and clever storage solutions. It offers a comfortable ride, user-friendly technology and solid value, making it a sensible choice for everyday driving.

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Mazda 3 Hatchback
Skoda Kamiq

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,000 - 36,000 £
Price
22,300 - 32,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
121 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
1,231 - 1,340 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
487 - 502 kg
Payload
439 - 539 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
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Skoda
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