Compare performance (186 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 20,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or Toyota Proace City?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Proace City is visibly cheaper – starting at 20,800 £ , while the Mazda 3 Sedan costs 25,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,650 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Proace City uses 5.3 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.
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 Mazda 3 Sedan offers markedly more power – delivering 186 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Sedan is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the Toyota Proace City takes 11.5 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Proace City delivers a bit more torque with 300 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Toyota Proace City offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace City is only slightly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,417 kg. The difference is around 51 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Proace City offers substantially more boot space – 912 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 462 L.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace City carries clearly more – 829 kg compared to 501 kg. That’s a difference of about 328 kg.
The Toyota Proace City is clearly superior 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.
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 Proace City is a clever compact workhorse that blends van practicality with passenger comfort, turning daily deliveries or weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly civilised affair. It won't set your pulse racing, but its easy driving manners, flexible interior and low-hassle ownership make it a smart pick for buyers who value usefulness over flash.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25,400 - 34,700 £
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Price
20,800 - 44,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
343 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
123 - 137 g/km
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co2
0 - 146 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
High Roof Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,417 - 1,468 kg
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Curb weight
1,366 - 1,664 kg
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Trunk capacity
450 L
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Trunk capacity
322 - 912 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,795 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
482 - 501 kg
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Payload
525 - 829 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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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
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 13.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Torque
205 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Toyota
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