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Mazda 3 Sedan vs Toyota C-HR comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or Toyota C-HR?

Mazda 3 Sedan vs Toyota C-HR: Key differences

Mazda 3 Sedan

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • marginally lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space

Toyota C-HR

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h

By Achim Sedelmaier

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 somewhat cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Toyota C-HR costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,157 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota C-HR uses 2.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

C-HR

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota C-HR offers slightly more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota C-HR is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

Space and Everyday Use:

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 marginally lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,505 kg. The difference is around 85 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 3 Sedan offers very slightly more boot space – 450 L compared to 447 L. That’s a difference of about 3 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Sedan carries a bit more – 481 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota C-HR 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.

from £29,100
C-HR

Toyota C-HR

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 66 km
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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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The Toyota C-HR cuts a striking figure with its angular styling and coupe-like profile, so you’ll never go unnoticed in the supermarket car park. It balances everyday practicality with a nimble, city-friendly personality, making routine commutes feel a touch more fun without asking for forgiveness.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25,000 - 34,200 £
Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
66 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
123 - 135 g/km
co2
52 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,492 kg
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Trunk capacity
450 L
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,832 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
467 - 481 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the Mazda 3 Sedan have?

The Mazda 3 Sedan is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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