Compare performance (186 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (25000 £ vs 28600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or Toyota Corolla?
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 has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25000 £ , while the Toyota Corolla costs 28600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3600 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla manages with 4.40 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.50 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.
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 Mazda 3 Sedan has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 186 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.10 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
Both models weigh roughly the same – around 1420 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mazda 3 Sedan offers slightly more room – 450 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 89 L.
When it comes to payload, Mazda 3 Sedan minimal takes the win – 481 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 31 kg.
The Mazda 3 Sedan is barely 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 Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25000 - 34200 £
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Price
28600 - 34900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
123 - 135 g/km
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co2
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1420 - 1492 kg
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Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
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Trunk capacity
450 L
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Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
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Length
-
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Length
4370 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1790 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
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Payload
467 - 481 kg
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Payload
400 - 450 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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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
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Torque
-
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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
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
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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
C
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Toyota
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The Mazda 3 Sedan is available as Front-Wheel Drive.