Compare performance (186 HP vs 392 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 45,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mazda 3 Sedan is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 45,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,708 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe uses 5 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.
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 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers significantly more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 206 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.1 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers significantly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 410 Nm more.
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, Mazda 3 Sedan is somewhat lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers marginally more boot space – 470 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Sedan carries marginally more – 481 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.
The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is decisively 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.
The Mazda 3 Sedan dresses like a compact premium car, with sculpted lines and an interior that punches well above its class. It rewards drivers with eager handling and a composed, comfortable ride that turns routine runs into something a bit more enjoyable — proof that style and substance can share the same key.
detailsThe BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25,000 - 34,200 £
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Price
45,700 - 68,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
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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
123 - 135 g/km
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co2
131 - 179 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
59 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,420 - 1,492 kg
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Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
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Trunk capacity
450 L
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Trunk capacity
470 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,783 mm
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Width
1,795 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,442 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,290 L
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Payload
467 - 481 kg
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Payload
480 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Power HP
184 - 392 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
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Power kW
135 - 288 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
BMW
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