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Mazda 3 Sedan vs Hyundai i20 comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 18,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or Hyundai i20?

Mazda 3 Sedan vs Hyundai i20: Key differences

Mazda 3 Sedan

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  • substantially more power
  • barely more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Hyundai i20

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  • markedly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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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 Sedan

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai i20 is markedly cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the Mazda 3 Sedan costs 25,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,634 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 3 Sedan uses 5.5 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Hyundai i20 with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

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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 Sedan offers substantially more power – delivering 186 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 96 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Sedan is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda 3 Sedan delivers clearly more torque with 240 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 68 Nm more.

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, Hyundai i20 is noticeably lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 1,417 kg. The difference is around 272 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 3 Sedan offers noticeably more boot space – 450 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Sedan carries very slightly more – 501 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 3 Sedan 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 £25,400
3 Sedan

Mazda 3 Sedan

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 186 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.5 - 6 L/100km
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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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Hyundai i20

The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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Bought an i20 two years ago and It has surprised me how good It is.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25,400 - 34,700 £
Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
123 - 137 g/km
co2
128 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,468 kg
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Trunk capacity
450 L
Trunk capacity
352 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
482 - 501 kg
Payload
455 - 465 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
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
90 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
172 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
66 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Hyundai
What drivetrain options does the Mazda 3 Sedan have?

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

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