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Mazda CX-30 vs Volvo XC60 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (186 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (25200 £ vs 49200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-30 or Volvo XC60?

Mazda CX-30

5 (1 Reviews)
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Volvo XC60

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

CX-30 @ Mazda Motor Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Mazda CX-30 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Volvo XC60 costs 49200 £. That’s a price difference of around 23957 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC60 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.

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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 XC60 has a decisively 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 XC60 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda CX-30 performs to a small extent better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Volvo XC60 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls clearly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 469 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.

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In curb weight, Mazda CX-30 is noticeable lighter – 1455 kg compared to 1900 kg. The difference is around 445 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo XC60 offers a bit more room – 483 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 53 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC60 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1543 L, which is about 137 L more than the Mazda CX-30.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC60 barely noticeable takes the win – 550 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo XC60 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo XC60 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £49,200
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Volvo XC60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 250 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 74 - 82 km
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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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Volvo XC60

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The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25200 - 36800 £
Price
49200 - 75100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
74 - 82 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
129 - 148 g/km
co2
64 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1455 - 1587 kg
Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4708 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1902 mm
Height
1540 mm
Height
1651 - 1655 mm
Max trunk capacity
1398 - 1406 L
Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
Payload
458 - 496 kg
Payload
510 - 550 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, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
250 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
191 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
350 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
184 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

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