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Mazda CX-30 vs Nissan X-Trail – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mazda CX-30 or Nissan X-Trail fits your lifestyle better.

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 CX-30 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Nissan X-Trail costs 34000 £. That’s a price difference of around 8794 £.

Both cars consume an average of 5.70 L per 100 km – no difference here.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Nissan X-Trail has a to a small extent edge – offering 213 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan X-Trail is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda CX-30 performs slight better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Nissan X-Trail tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan X-Trail pulls convincingly stronger with 525 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 285 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Nissan X-Trail offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mazda CX-30 is to a small extent lighter – 1455 kg compared to 1668 kg. The difference is around 213 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan X-Trail offers noticeable more room – 585 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 155 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Nissan X-Trail performs slight better – up to 1424 L, which is about 18 L more than the Mazda CX-30.

When it comes to payload, Nissan X-Trail somewhat takes the win – 574 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Nissan X-Trail proves to be leads convincingly overall and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Nissan X-Trail is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Nissan X-Trail

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 213 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.7 - 6.9 L
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Mazda CX-30

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The Mazda CX-30 blends sleek coupe-like lines with the practicality of a compact crossover, feeling more premium than its price tag suggests. It’s a joy to drive for anyone who likes a taut chassis and an interior that treats daily commutes like a small luxury escape.

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The Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25200 - 36800 £
Price
34000 - 50400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 148 g/km
co2
131 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1455 - 1587 kg
Curb weight
1668 - 1961 kg
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4680 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1840 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1720 mm
Max trunk capacity
1398 - 1406 L
Max trunk capacity
1396 - 1424 L
Payload
458 - 496 kg
Payload
432 - 574 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
163 - 213 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
191 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 200 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
300 - 525 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
120 - 157 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1497 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Nissan

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What drive types are available for the Mazda CX-30?

The Mazda CX-30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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