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Mazda 3 Sedan vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Sedan or Volvo XC40?

Mazda 3 Sedan vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

Mazda 3 Sedan

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • a bit lighter
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Volvo XC40

5 (5 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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:

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

Mazda 3 Sedan is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,785 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 3 Sedan uses 5.5 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

XC40

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 XC40 offers very slightly more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Mazda 3 Sedan takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC40 delivers moderately more torque with 300 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 60 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 a bit lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 268 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo XC40 offers only slightly more boot space – 452 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries barely more – 532 kg compared to 481 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 3 Sedan is far ahead 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.

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3 Sedan

Mazda 3 Sedan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 186 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.5 - 6.1 L/100km
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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 XC40

The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.

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Mazda 3 Sedan
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption
Price
25,000 - 34,200 £
Price
36,800 - 47,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
123 - 135 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,492 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
450 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
-
Length
4,425 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
-
Height
1,652 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,328 L
Payload
467 - 481 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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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