Compare performance (186 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (25000 £ vs 31700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or Tesla Model 3?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Mazda 3 Sedan has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25000 £ , while the Tesla Model 3 costs 31700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6728 £.
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 Tesla Model 3 has a significantly edge – offering 460 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 274 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.10 s. That’s about 5 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Tesla Model 3 pulls decisively stronger with 660 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mazda 3 Sedan is clearly perceptible lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1772 kg. The difference is around 352 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers distinct more room – 594 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 144 L.
When it comes to payload, Mazda 3 Sedan clearly perceptible takes the win – 481 kg compared to 377 kg. That’s a difference of about 104 kg.
The Tesla Model 3 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.
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 Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.
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Price
25000 - 34200 £
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Price
31700 - 50100 £
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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
13 - 16.7 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
534 - 750 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
83 kWh
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co2
123 - 135 g/km
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co2
0 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
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1420 - 1492 kg
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Curb weight
1772 - 1929 kg
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Trunk capacity
450 L
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Trunk capacity
594 L
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Length
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Length
4724 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1431 mm
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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
303 - 377 kg
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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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Power HP
283 - 460 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
262 km/h
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Torque
420 - 660 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
208 - 338 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
Tesla
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The Mazda 3 Sedan is available as Front-Wheel Drive.