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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (24,500 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or Tesla Model 3?

Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • noticeably cheaper
  • noticeably lighter

Tesla Model 3

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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 noticeably cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the Tesla Model 3 costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,157 £.

Model 3

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 Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 274 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers significantly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Hatchback is noticeably lighter – 1,419 kg compared to 1,772 kg. The difference is around 353 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more boot space – 594 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 243 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Hatchback carries noticeably more – 485 kg compared to 377 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 is clearly superior 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 £31,700
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 16.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 750 km
Mazda 3 Hatchback
Tesla Model 3

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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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Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.

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Mazda 3 Hatchback
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,500 - 35,500 £
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
83 kWh
co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,419 - 1,549 kg
Curb weight
1,772 - 1,929 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
-
Length
4,724 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 - 485 kg
Payload
303 - 377 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
262 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Tesla
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