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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs VW T-Cross comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (24,500 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or VW T-Cross?

Mazda 3 Hatchback vs VW T-Cross: Key differences

Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • somewhat more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW T-Cross

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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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:

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.

VW T-Cross is somewhat cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mazda 3 Hatchback costs 24,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,154 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW T-Cross uses 5.4 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

T-Cross

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 offers somewhat more power – delivering 186 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the VW T-Cross takes 8.4 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW T-Cross delivers only slightly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

3 Hatchback

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW T-Cross is somewhat lighter – 1,267 kg compared to 1,419 kg. The difference is around 152 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW T-Cross offers clearly more boot space – 455 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Hatchback carries marginally more – 485 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 3 Hatchback is slightly ahead 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 £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/100km
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Mazda 3 Hatchback

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VW T-Cross

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Reviews VW T-Cross

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Monika
12 Feb 2026, 07:34:19

I chose the T‑Cross — more comfortable and roomier inside, especially for adult passengers; bought on the model‑year clearance — running costs work out cheaper even taking into account fuel savings from the Toyota hybrid (planned over five years); I like the space and the VW suited me better — I prefer the view through the front windshield.

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Erasmo Paone
21 Oct 2025, 21:49:59

Very practical, interior space is excellent. Lacks charm, fuel consumption is a bit high.

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Mazda 3 Hatchback
VW T-Cross

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,500 - 35,500 £
Price
21,400 - 32,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
124 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,419 - 1,549 kg
Curb weight
1,267 - 1,338 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
455 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,784 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 - 485 kg
Payload
463 - 480 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Mazda
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Mazda 3 Hatchback?

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

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