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Mazda MX-30 vs Kia EV4 Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 32,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Kia EV4 Hatchback?

Mazda MX-30 vs Kia EV4 Hatchback: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
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Kia EV4 Hatchback

  • somewhat more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

MX-30

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda MX-30 is marginally cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Kia EV4 Hatchback costs 32,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,372 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV4 Hatchback is noticeably more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 18.3 kWh/100km for the Mazda MX-30. That’s a difference of about 3.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV4 Hatchback offers significantly more range – reaching up to 625 km, about 540 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

EV4 Hatchback

Engine and Performance:

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 Kia EV4 Hatchback offers somewhat more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV4 Hatchback is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

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, Kia EV4 Hatchback is very slightly lighter – 1,811 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 38 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV4 Hatchback offers slightly more boot space – 435 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV4 Hatchback carries somewhat more – 459 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV4 Hatchback is clearly superior 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.

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EV4 Hatchback

Kia EV4 Hatchback

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 625 km
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Mazda MX-30
Kia EV4 Hatchback

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
32,200 - 42,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
440 - 625 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
1,811 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
435 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
402 kg
Payload
445 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
283 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Mazda MX-30 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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