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Mazda MX-30 vs Vauxhall Rocks Electric comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 6,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Vauxhall Rocks Electric?

Mazda MX-30 vs Vauxhall Rocks Electric: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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  • significantly more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • considerably more trunk space
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Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • 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.

Vauxhall Rocks Electric is considerably cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Mazda MX-30 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,000 £.

As for electric range, the Mazda MX-30 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 85 km, about 10 km more than the Vauxhall Rocks Electric.

Rocks Electric

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 significantly more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 162 HP more horsepower.

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.

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

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is considerably lighter – 558 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 1,291 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda MX-30 offers considerably more boot space – 350 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 287 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda MX-30 carries clearly more – 402 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 260 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Rocks Electric 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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Rocks Electric

Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 8 HP
  • Electric Range : 75 km
Mazda MX-30
Vauxhall Rocks Electric

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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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Vauxhall Rocks Electric

The Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.

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Mazda MX-30
Vauxhall Rocks Electric

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
75 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
2
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
558 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
63 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,388 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
402 kg
Payload
142 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
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
40 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
6 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
Vauxhall
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