Compare performance (186 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mazda 3 Sedan is noticeably cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,014 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.
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 Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers marginally more power – delivering 196 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.7 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer delivers visibly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 120 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 very slightly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,438 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers clearly more boot space – 597 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 147 L.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer carries only slightly more – 502 kg compared to 481 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer stands well ahead of its rival 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 Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25,000 - 34,200 £
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Price
30,000 - 39,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
82 - 445 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 - 132 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,420 - 1,492 kg
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,765 kg
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Trunk capacity
450 L
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Trunk capacity
466 - 597 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
467 - 481 kg
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Payload
434 - 502 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, 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
130 - 196 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Vauxhall
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