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Mazda MX-30 vs SERES 3 comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 32,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or SERES 3?

Mazda MX-30 vs SERES 3: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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  • marginally cheaper
  • barely more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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SERES 3

  • marginally more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Mazda MX-30 is marginally cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the SERES 3 costs 32,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,066 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the SERES 3 is marginally more efficient: consuming 18 kWh/100km compared to 18.3 kWh/100km for the Mazda MX-30. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the SERES 3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 301 km, about 216 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mazda MX-30 offers barely more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-30 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the SERES 3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

MX-30

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, SERES 3 is only slightly lighter – 1,765 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 84 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda MX-30 offers substantially 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 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 102 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SERES 3 is slightly ahead 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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SERES 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 301 km
Mazda MX-30
SERES 3

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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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SERES 3

The SERES 3 arrives as a zippy, well-equipped compact electric that puts everyday usability ahead of headline-grabbing theatrics. It’s an honest, budget-friendly choice for city commuters who want a bit of style and low running costs without a showroom ego.

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Mazda MX-30
SERES 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
32,900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
301 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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
1,765 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
402 kg
Payload
300 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
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
SERES
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