Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mazda 3 Sedan has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25000 £, while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross costs 41100 £. That’s a price difference of around 16157 £.
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has a a bit edge – offering 218 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.10 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mazda 3 Sedan performs noticeable better – reaching 216 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross pulls to a small extent stronger with 300 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In terms of boot space, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers slight more room – 487 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.
Overall, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.
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.
detailsMitsubishi Eclipse Cross combines coupe-like looks with crossover practicality, so you get style without the showroom attitude. It’s an affable daily driver that hides a few quirks behind a confident grin, making it an easy pick for buyers who want personality without fuss.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
25000 - 34200 £
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Price
41100 - 48200 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 16.9 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
635 km
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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
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
51 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1420 - 1492 kg
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Curb weight
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Trunk capacity
450 L
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Trunk capacity
487 L
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Length
4660 mm
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Length
4489 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1908 mm
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Height
1440 mm
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Height
1571 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1670 L
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Payload
467 - 481 kg
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Payload
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Power HP
218 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.90 s
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Max Speed
203 - 216 km/h
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Torque
300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
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Power kW
160 kW
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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The Mazda 3 Sedan is available as Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.