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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs VW T-Roc - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (186 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (24500 £ vs 26400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or VW T-Roc?

Mazda 3 Hatchback

VW T-Roc

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda 3 Hatchback has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the VW T-Roc costs 26400 £. That’s a price difference of around 1890 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW T-Roc manages with 5.50 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.60 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Mazda 3 Hatchback has a slightly edge – offering 186 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 36 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 VW T-Roc takes 8.90 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda 3 Hatchback performs barely noticeable better – reaching 216 km/h, while the VW T-Roc tops out at 212 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW T-Roc pulls slight stronger with 250 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, Mazda 3 Hatchback is hardly perceptible lighter – 1419 kg compared to 1465 kg. The difference is around 46 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW T-Roc offers clearly perceptible more room – 475 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 124 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW T-Roc performs evident better – up to 1350 L, which is about 324 L more than the Mazda 3 Hatchback.

When it comes to payload, VW T-Roc slight takes the win – 515 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mazda 3 Hatchback shows itself to be offers a more balanced package and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £24,500
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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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VW T-Roc

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The VW T-Roc mixes cheeky, coupe-like styling with the everyday sense and space of an SUV, so it looks fun without sacrificing family sense. It’s a likeable all-rounder with tidy road manners and plenty of personality, ideal if you want a car that’s practical enough for chores but entertaining enough to enjoy.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24500 - 35500 £
Price
26400 - 38000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
126 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
2 - 5
Curb weight
1419 - 1549 kg
Curb weight
1465 - 1539 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
284 - 475 L
Length
4460 mm
Length
4271 - 4373 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1811 - 1828 mm
Height
1435 mm
Height
1527 - 1573 mm
Max trunk capacity
1022 - 1026 L
Max trunk capacity
1350 L
Payload
470 - 485 kg
Payload
368 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
199 - 216 km/h
Max Speed
187 - 212 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
200 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

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

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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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