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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Volvo EX90 comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 72,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or Volvo EX90?

Mazda 3 Hatchback vs Volvo EX90: Key differences

Mazda 3 Hatchback

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Volvo EX90

2.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda 3 Hatchback is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Volvo EX90 costs 72,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,142 £.

EX90

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 Volvo EX90 offers significantly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 494 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX90 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX90 delivers clearly more torque with 870 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 630 Nm more.

3 Hatchback

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Volvo EX90 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Hatchback is substantially lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 1,138 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo EX90 carries moderately more – 605 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX90 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 £72,200
EX90

Volvo EX90

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 570 - 620 km
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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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Reviews Mazda 3 Hatchback

5 (1 Reviews)
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29 Jun 2026, 22:06:55

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efficiency and low consumption
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The Volvo EX90 feels like a Scandinavian fortress on wheels, combining serene luxury with smart safety features that make everyday driving remarkably calm and confident. It dresses cutting-edge electric technology in understated elegance, so buyers who want peace of mind without shouting about it will find it hard to resist.

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Reviews Volvo EX90

2.6 (1 Reviews)
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CHD
22 Apr 2026, 11:15:18

Full of faults — at least every other day there's something that needs to be fixed. Consumption 24 kWh/100 km in summer; in winter the range is half of what was promised. The safety would be good if the promised features actually worked.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25,000 - 36,000 £
Price
72,200 - 91,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
570 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,765 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,964 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
487 - 502 kg
Payload
545 - 605 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Mazda 3 Hatchback?

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

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