Mazda 3 Sedan vs Toyota Prius – Which one offers the better deal?

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

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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25000 £, while the Toyota Prius costs 39400 £. That’s a price difference of around 14443 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius manages with 0.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.50 L. The difference is about 5 L per 100 km.

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 Prius has a to a small extent edge – offering 223 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Prius is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.80 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.10 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda 3 Sedan performs a bit better – reaching 216 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 39 km/h.

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 curb weight, the Mazda 3 Sedan is slightly lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1620 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda 3 Sedan offers evident more room – 450 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 166 L.

When it comes to payload, Mazda 3 Sedan noticeable takes the win – 481 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 106 kg.

All in all, the Toyota Prius shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.