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Mazda 3 Sedan vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or Tesla Model Y?

Mazda 3 Sedan vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Mazda 3 Sedan

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter

Tesla Model Y

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

3 Sedan

Costs and Efficiency:

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Tesla Model Y costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,300 £.

Model Y

Engine and Performance:

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 Y offers considerably more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 274 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.1 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers substantially more torque with 660 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Sedan is noticeably lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 533 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers clearly more boot space – 822 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 372 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Sedan carries barely more – 481 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y is far ahead overall 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.

from £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 km
Mazda 3 Sedan
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

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Mazda 3 Sedan

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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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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Mazda 3 Sedan
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,000 - 34,200 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
co2
123 - 135 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,492 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
450 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
-
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Height
-
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Payload
467 - 481 kg
Payload
435 - 472 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
201 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Tesla
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