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Mazda MX-30 vs Lexus RC comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 82,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Lexus RC?

Mazda MX-30 vs Lexus RC: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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  • significantly cheaper
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Lexus RC

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • barely 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:

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

Mazda MX-30 is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 51,480 £.

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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 Lexus RC offers considerably more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 294 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus RC is considerably faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 130 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 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RC is barely lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 134 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RC offers barely more boot space – 366 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries markedly more – 535 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 133 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-30 holds a decisive overall lead 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
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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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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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Lexus RC

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11.8 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
268 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
366 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
4,710 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
402 kg
Payload
535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
464 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
270 km/h
Torque
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Torque
520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
341 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Lexus
What drivetrain options does the Mazda MX-30 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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