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.
Toyota Yaris has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21900 £, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback costs 24500 £. That’s a price difference of around 2691 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Yaris manages with 3.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.60 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Yaris has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 280 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 94 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Yaris is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Toyota Yaris performs minimal better – reaching 230 km/h, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback tops out at 216 km/h. The difference is around 14 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Yaris pulls evident stronger with 390 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Toyota Yaris is distinct lighter – 1090 kg compared to 1419 kg. The difference is around 329 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mazda 3 Hatchback offers slightly more room – 351 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mazda 3 Hatchback performs slight better – up to 1026 L, which is about 91 L more than the Toyota Yaris.
When it comes to payload, Toyota Yaris hardly perceptible takes the win – 525 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
The Toyota Yaris proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota Yaris is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Toyota Yaris is a sprightly city hatch that packs clever packaging, surprising comfort and fuel-sipping manners into a neat, easy-to-park package. It rewards sensible buyers with low running costs, friendly ergonomics and a forgiving drive, delivered with Japanese reliability and just enough personality to make errands feel a little less ordinary.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
24500 - 35500 £
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Price
21900 - 46700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 9.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
126 - 146 g/km
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co2
87 - 215 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
48 - 51 L
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Doors
3 - 5
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Curb weight
1419 - 1549 kg
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Curb weight
1090 - 1356 kg
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Trunk capacity
351 L
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Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
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Length
4460 mm
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Length
3940 - 3995 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1745 - 1805 mm
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Height
1435 mm
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Height
1455 - 1500 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1022 - 1026 L
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Max trunk capacity
935 L
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Payload
470 - 485 kg
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Payload
289 - 525 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Power HP
116 - 280 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
199 - 216 km/h
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Max Speed
175 - 230 km/h
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Torque
390 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1490 - 1618 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Toyota
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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.