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Mazda MX-30 vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Subaru BRZ?

Mazda MX-30 vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more trunk space
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Subaru BRZ

  • markedly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mazda MX-30 is moderately cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,143 £.

BRZ

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 Subaru BRZ offers markedly more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Subaru BRZ is visibly faster – reaching 226 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 86 km/h.

MX-30

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Mazda MX-30 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is clearly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 574 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda MX-30 offers clearly more boot space – 350 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 113 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru BRZ carries barely more – 404 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-30 stands well ahead of its rival 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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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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Subaru BRZ

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.8 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
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
402 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Subaru
What drivetrain options does the Mazda MX-30 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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