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Mazda MX-30 vs Citroen C3 comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 113 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 13,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Citroen C3?

Mazda MX-30 vs Citroen C3: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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  • noticeably more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space

Citroen C3

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  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly lighter

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

MX-30

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.

Citroen C3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 13,700 £ , while the Mazda MX-30 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,143 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C3 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 16.7 kWh/100km compared to 18.3 kWh/100km for the Mazda MX-30. That’s a difference of about 1.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 325 km, about 240 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

C3

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 noticeably more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-30 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mazda MX-30 is very slightly faster – reaching 140 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.

MX-30

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, Citroen C3 is clearly lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 623 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda MX-30 offers a bit more boot space – 350 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,220 L, about 65 L more than the Mazda MX-30.

When it comes to payload, the Citroen C3 carries marginally more – 423 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C3 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 £13,700
C3

Citroen C3

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 113 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 212 - 325 km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
13,700 - 24,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
212 - 325 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 g/km
co2
0 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
1,226 - 1,518 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
310 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
4,015 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,755 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
1,567 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
1,220 L
Payload
402 kg
Payload
227 - 423 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
132 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Citroen
What drivetrain options does the Mazda MX-30 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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