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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs SsangYong Rexton comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or SsangYong Rexton?

Mazda 3 Hatchback vs SsangYong Rexton: Key differences

Mazda 3 Hatchback

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • significantly 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:

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the SsangYong Rexton costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,114 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 3 Hatchback uses 5.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

Rexton

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 SsangYong Rexton offers only slightly more power – delivering 202 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Rexton delivers clearly more torque with 441 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 201 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.

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Hatchback is substantially lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 728 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers significantly more boot space – 784 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 433 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries noticeably more – 770 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 268 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 3 Hatchback 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 £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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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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efficiency and low consumption
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wonderful e-drive and head-up projection display on the windshield

SsangYong Rexton

The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
25,000 - 36,000 £
Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
214 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Length
-
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
1,825 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Payload
487 - 502 kg
Payload
655 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
148 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
SsangYong
What drive types are available for the Mazda 3 Hatchback?

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

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