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Mazda 3 Sedan vs Volvo S60 – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Mazda 3 Sedan meets Volvo S60.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Mazda 3 Sedan

Volvo S60

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda 3 Sedan has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25000 £, while the Volvo S60 costs 42500 £. That’s a price difference of around 17537 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo S60 manages with 0.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.50 L. The difference is about 4.80 L per 100 km.

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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 Volvo S60 has a clearly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 269 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.10 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda 3 Sedan performs to a small extent better – reaching 216 km/h, while the Volvo S60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo S60 pulls clearly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 469 Nm difference.

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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, Mazda 3 Sedan is distinct lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1715 kg. The difference is around 295 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda 3 Sedan offers minimal more room – 450 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

When it comes to payload, Mazda 3 Sedan hardly perceptible takes the win – 481 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo S60 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

Mazda 3 Sedan
Volvo S60

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Volvo S60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 7.1 L
  • Electric Range : 94 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 S60

The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25000 - 34200 £
Price
42500 - 65100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 L
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
123 - 135 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
51 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1420 - 1492 kg
Curb weight
1715 - 2039 kg
Trunk capacity
450 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
4660 mm
Length
4778 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1440 mm
Height
1431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
467 - 481 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
203 - 216 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Volvo

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What drivetrain options does the Mazda 3 Sedan have?

The Mazda 3 Sedan is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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