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Mazda MX-30 vs Casalini 550 comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 17,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Casalini 550?

Mazda MX-30 vs Casalini 550: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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  • considerably more power
  • considerably more trunk space
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Casalini 550

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

MX-30

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Casalini 550 is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,000 £ , while the Mazda MX-30 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,817 £.

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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 Mazda MX-30 offers considerably more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 162 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Mazda MX-30 is substantially faster – reaching 140 km/h, while the Casalini 550 tops out at 45 km/h. The difference is around 95 km/h.

MX-30

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: Mazda MX-30 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Casalini 550 is considerably lighter – 425 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 1,424 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda MX-30 offers considerably more boot space – 350 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 350 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda MX-30 carries visibly more – 402 kg compared to 273 kg. That’s a difference of about 129 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-30 is far ahead overall 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.

from £30,800
MX-30

Mazda MX-30

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 85 km
Mazda MX-30
Casalini 550

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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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Casalini 550

The Casalini 550 is a compact city runabout that packs surprising practicality into a tiny footprint, making parking a breeze and daily errands almost enjoyable. It won't wow on long highway blasts, but for shopping trips and short commutes it's a clever, affordable alternative to a full-size car — proof that you don't need a giant wallet to get where you need to go.

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Mazda MX-30
Casalini 550

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
17,000 - 17,100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
20 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
425 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
3,000 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,500 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
402 kg
Payload
273 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
45 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
28 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
2
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
6 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
479 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Casalini
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