Compare performance (186 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or SsangYong Korando?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mazda 3 Sedan is very slightly cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the SsangYong Korando costs 27,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,543 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 3 Sedan uses 5.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 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 SsangYong Korando offers barely more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Sedan is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Korando delivers markedly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Sedan is only slightly lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 100 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers a bit more boot space – 551 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 101 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Sedan carries barely more – 501 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.
The SsangYong Korando holds a solid 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.
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 SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25,400 - 34,700 £
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Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
339 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
123 - 137 g/km
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co2
0 - 197 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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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
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,417 - 1,468 kg
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Trunk capacity
450 L
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Width
1,795 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Payload
482 - 501 kg
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Payload
410 - 463 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Torque
260 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
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Power kW
120 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
SsangYong
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