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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Suzuki Vitara - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (186 HP vs 129 HP), boot space and price (24500 £ vs 23600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or Suzuki Vitara?

Mazda 3 Hatchback

Suzuki Vitara

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

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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.

Suzuki Vitara has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23600 £, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback costs 24500 £. That’s a price difference of around 977 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Suzuki Vitara manages with 5 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.60 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

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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 distinct edge – offering 186 HP compared to 129 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 9.50 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda 3 Hatchback performs somewhat better – reaching 216 km/h, while the Suzuki Vitara tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mazda 3 Hatchback pulls slight stronger with 240 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, Suzuki Vitara is to a small extent lighter – 1255 kg compared to 1419 kg. The difference is around 164 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Suzuki Vitara offers slight more room – 375 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Suzuki Vitara performs minimal better – up to 1120 L, which is about 94 L more than the Mazda 3 Hatchback.

When it comes to payload, Mazda 3 Hatchback a bit takes the win – 485 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mazda 3 Hatchback proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mazda 3 Hatchback is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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
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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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Suzuki Vitara

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The Vitara is a city-smart SUV with a cheeky streak of off-road promise, perfect for drivers who want practicality without pretense. It’s honest, easy to live with and surprisingly likeable, a sensible companion for everyday adventures and weekend escapes.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24500 - 35500 £
Price
23600 - 30900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
113 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
47 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1419 - 1549 kg
Curb weight
1255 - 1395 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
289 - 375 L
Length
4460 mm
Length
4185 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1775 mm
Height
1435 mm
Height
1595 mm
Max trunk capacity
1022 - 1026 L
Max trunk capacity
1046 - 1120 L
Payload
470 - 485 kg
Payload
375 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
110 - 129 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 12.7 s
Max Speed
199 - 216 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
235 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
81 - 95 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1373 - 1462 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Suzuki

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What drivetrain options does the Mazda 3 Hatchback have?

The Mazda 3 Hatchback is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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