Compare performance (186 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (25200 £ vs 69800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-30 or Volvo XC90?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mazda CX-30 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 69800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44528 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo XC90 manages with 3.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.
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 XC90 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 XC90 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC90 pulls decisively stronger with 709 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 469 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Volvo XC90 offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Mazda CX-30 is clearly lighter – 1455 kg compared to 2080 kg. The difference is around 625 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-30 offers noticeable more room – 430 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.
When it comes to payload, Volvo XC90 evident takes the win – 710 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 214 kg.
The Volvo XC90 is decisively ahead 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.
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 Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.
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Price
25200 - 36800 £
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Price
69800 - 84600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
71 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
129 - 148 g/km
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co2
79 - 191 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
7
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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
2080 - 2297 kg
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Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
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Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
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Length
-
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Length
4953 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1923 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1771 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
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Payload
458 - 496 kg
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Payload
653 - 710 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Power HP
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Torque
360 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
103 - 137 kW
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Power kW
184 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Volvo
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The Mazda CX-30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.