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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Subaru Crosstrek - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (186 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (24500 £ vs 29800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or Subaru Crosstrek?

Mazda 3 Hatchback

Subaru Crosstrek

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

3 Hatchback

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda 3 Hatchback has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29800 £. That’s a price difference of around 5272 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda 3 Hatchback manages with 5.60 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.70 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.

Crosstrek

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 has a noticeable edge – offering 186 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.80 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mazda 3 Hatchback pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 240 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 58 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, Mazda 3 Hatchback is a bit lighter – 1419 kg compared to 1595 kg. The difference is around 176 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda 3 Hatchback offers somewhat more room – 351 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 36 L.

When it comes to payload, Subaru Crosstrek minimal takes the win – 505 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mazda 3 Hatchback shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £24,500
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
Mazda 3 Hatchback
Subaru Crosstrek

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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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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Mazda 3 Hatchback
Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption

Price
24500 - 35500 £
Price
29800 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
7.70 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1419 - 1549 kg
Curb weight
1595 - 1628 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
-
Length
4495 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
-
Height
1600 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1297 - 1314 L
Payload
470 - 485 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.80 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
198 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Subaru
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.