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Mazda 3 Sedan vs Skoda Superb Combi - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (186 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (25000 £ vs 35200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or Skoda Superb Combi?

Mazda 3 Sedan

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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Skoda Superb Combi

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

Superb Combi

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 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25000 £, while the Skoda Superb Combi costs 35200 £. That’s a price difference of around 10251 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Superb Combi manages with 0.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.50 L. The difference is about 5.10 L per 100 km.

Superb Combi

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 Skoda Superb Combi has a distinct edge – offering 265 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 79 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Superb Combi is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.10 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Superb Combi performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda 3 Sedan tops out at 216 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Superb Combi pulls evident stronger with 400 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Mazda 3 Sedan is slightly lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers evident more room – 690 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 240 L.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Superb Combi to a small extent takes the win – 584 kg compared to 481 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Superb Combi shows itself to be is largely superior 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.

from about £35,200
Superb Combi

Skoda Superb Combi

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 7.8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 134 km
Mazda 3 Sedan
Skoda Superb Combi

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Mazda 3 Sedan

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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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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Skoda Superb Combi

The Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the heavy lifting.

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Mazda 3 Sedan
Skoda Superb Combi
Superb Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
25000 - 34200 £
Price
35200 - 51000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 L
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 7.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
124 - 134 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
123 - 135 g/km
co2
8 - 178 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
51 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1420 - 1492 kg
Curb weight
1575 - 1853 kg
Trunk capacity
450 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4660 mm
Length
4902 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1440 mm
Height
1482 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
467 - 481 kg
Payload
497 - 584 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
203 - 216 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D, G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Mazda 3 Sedan have?

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.