Compare performance (186 HP vs 333 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 VW Golf?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
VW Golf has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Mazda CX-30 costs 25200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 4.60 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 VW Golf has a convincingly edge – offering 333 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 147 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Mazda CX-30 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf pulls significantly stronger with 420 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, VW Golf is a bit lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1455 kg. The difference is around 148 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-30 offers to a small extent more room – 430 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.
When it comes to payload, VW Golf minimal takes the win – 508 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.
The VW Golf sits well ahead of its rival 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 VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25200 - 36800 £
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Price
25200 - 47600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 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
131 - 143 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
129 - 148 g/km
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 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
1307 - 1662 kg
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Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
-
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Length
4282 - 4296 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Width
1789 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1454 - 1483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
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Payload
458 - 496 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
140 - 186 HP
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
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Torque
238 - 240 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 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
85 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 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
D, F, G, C, B
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
VW
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The Mazda CX-30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.