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Mazda 3 Sedan vs Genesis GV60 comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 46,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or Genesis GV60?

Mazda 3 Sedan vs Genesis GV60: Key differences

Mazda 3 Sedan

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Genesis GV60

  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 substantially cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the Genesis GV60 costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,420 £.

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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 Genesis GV60 offers significantly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 304 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV60 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.1 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV60 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 460 Nm more.

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 clearly lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 2,050 kg. The difference is around 633 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Sedan carries barely more – 501 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV60 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £46,900
GV60

Genesis GV60

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 229 - 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.7 - 19 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 501 - 561 km
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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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The Genesis GV60 arrives like a fashionably sharp electric crossover, its jewel-like lighting and coupe-ish silhouette giving it presence that feels more boutique than showroom. It pairs playful, immediate acceleration with a serene, well-appointed cabin and slick tech, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want luxury with a cheeky electric twist.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25,400 - 34,700 £
Price
46,900 - 63,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 19 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
501 - 561 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
123 - 137 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,468 kg
Curb weight
2,050 - 2,220 kg
Trunk capacity
450 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
482 - 501 kg
Payload
455 - 460 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
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
229 - 490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
350 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
168 - 360 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Genesis
What drivetrain options does the Mazda 3 Sedan have?

The Mazda 3 Sedan is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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