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Mazda MX-30 vs Skoda Karoq comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Skoda Karoq?

Mazda MX-30 vs Skoda Karoq: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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Skoda Karoq

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  • only slightly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
  • visibly 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.

Skoda Karoq is only slightly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Mazda MX-30 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,766 £.

Karoq

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 Skoda Karoq offers a bit more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.1 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, Skoda Karoq is visibly lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 469 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers visibly more boot space – 521 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 171 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Karoq carries noticeably more – 549 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 147 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-30 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 £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
Mazda MX-30
Skoda Karoq

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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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Skoda Karoq

The Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.

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Mazda MX-30
Skoda Karoq

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
402 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Skoda
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