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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Skoda Superb Limousine comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or Skoda Superb Limousine?

Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Skoda Superb Limousine: Key differences

Mazda 3 Hatchback

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly lighter
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Skoda Superb Limousine

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

3 Hatchback

Costs and Efficiency:

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Skoda Superb Limousine costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,037 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Superb Limousine uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.4 L/100km.

Superb Limousine

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 Skoda Superb Limousine offers noticeably more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Superb Limousine is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Superb Limousine delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 160 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 slightly lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 1,559 kg. The difference is around 142 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Superb Limousine offers considerably more boot space – 645 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 294 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Superb Limousine carries slightly more – 580 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Superb Limousine is decisively ahead 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 £35,100
Superb Limousine

Skoda Superb Limousine

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 7.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 131 - 140 km
Mazda 3 Hatchback
Skoda Superb Limousine

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 Superb Limousine

The Skoda Superb is the quietly imposing saloon that turns everyday practicality into tasteful luxury, with a roomy, well-thought-out cabin and a boot that swallows groceries and luggage with military discipline. For buyers who want executive presence without the badge snobbery, it’s a clever, polished choice that rewards sensible thinking with genuine comfort and pragmatic charm.

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Mazda 3 Hatchback
Skoda Superb Limousine

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,000 - 36,000 £
Price
35,100 - 52,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
131 - 140 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
26 - 175 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
1,559 - 1,896 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
486 - 645 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
487 - 502 kg
Payload
441 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Skoda
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