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Mazda 3 Sedan vs Volvo EX40 comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (25,400 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or Volvo EX40?

Mazda 3 Sedan vs Volvo EX40: Key differences

Mazda 3 Sedan

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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Volvo EX40

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

3 Sedan

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda 3 Sedan is significantly cheaper – starting at 25,400 £ , while the Volvo EX40 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,800 £.

EX40

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 Volvo EX40 offers clearly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 256 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX40 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.1 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX40 delivers substantially more torque with 670 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 430 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Sedan is clearly lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 623 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 3 Sedan offers barely more boot space – 450 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Sedan carries very slightly more – 501 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX40 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.

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EX40

Volvo EX40

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 477 - 576 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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Volvo EX40

The Volvo EX40 is a compact electric SUV that blends Scandinavian minimalism with a comfortable, high-quality interior suited to daily driving and longer trips. It prioritizes safety and intuitive technology, delivering a calm, refined experience that feels mature and easy to live with.

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16 May 2026, 19:14:01

Stable car and generally good build quality — but I hate the Google and infotainment systems, which both seem designed to irritate the user as much as possible.
I'm looking at a Toyota B4ZX AWD when the lease on my EX40 expires. I need to be able to tow 1,500 kg, but without going broke.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25,400 - 34,700 £
Price
45,200 - 56,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
477 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
123 - 137 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,417 - 1,468 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity
450 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
482 - 501 kg
Payload
430 - 480 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Mazda 3 Sedan have?

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

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