Compare performance (186 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (25200 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-30 or Vauxhall Astra?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Vauxhall Astra has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Mazda CX-30 costs 25200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.
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 Vauxhall Astra has a to a small extent edge – offering 225 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Astra pulls noticeable stronger with 360 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.
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, Vauxhall Astra is minimal lighter – 1341 kg compared to 1455 kg. The difference is around 114 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-30 offers hardly perceptible more room – 430 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 8 L.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra barely noticeable takes the win – 509 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Vauxhall Astra is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25200 - 36800 £
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Price
25200 - 40500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
82 - 419 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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co2
129 - 148 g/km
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co2
0 - 135 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1455 - 1587 kg
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Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
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Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
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Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
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Length
-
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Length
4374 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1432 - 1488 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
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Payload
458 - 496 kg
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Payload
414 - 509 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-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
130 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 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
96 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Vauxhall
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The Mazda CX-30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.