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Mazda 3 Sedan vs BYD Seal 6 comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 212 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or BYD Seal 6?

Mazda 3 Sedan vs BYD Seal 6: Key differences

Mazda 3 Sedan

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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BYD Seal 6

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

3 Sedan

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda 3 Sedan is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the BYD Seal 6 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,871 £.

Seal 6

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 BYD Seal 6 offers moderately more power – delivering 212 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Sedan is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the BYD Seal 6 takes 8.5 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Sedan is markedly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Sedan carries marginally more – 481 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Seal 6 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.

from £36,800
Seal 6

BYD Seal 6

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 212 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 7.8 - 11.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 54 - 101 km
Mazda 3 Sedan
BYD Seal 6

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Mazda 3 Sedan

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.

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BYD Seal 6

The BYD Seal 6 is a captivating electric sedan that captures attention with its sleek design and modern aerodynamics. With a strong focus on sustainability, it offers an impressive electric driving experience, combining efficiency with cutting-edge technology. The Seal 6 stands out in the EV market for its luxurious interior and innovative features, making it a strong contender for drivers looking to embrace the future of transportation.

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Mazda 3 Sedan
BYD Seal 6

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,000 - 34,200 £
Price
36,800 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
7.8 - 11.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
54 - 101 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
123 - 135 g/km
co2
38 - 60 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,492 kg
Curb weight
1,710 - 1,805 kg
Trunk capacity
450 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
467 - 481 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
184 - 212 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
135 - 156 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
BYD
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