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Mazda MX-30 vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 31700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Tesla Model 3?

Mazda MX-30 vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • barely noticeable cheaper

Tesla Model 3

3.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • decisively more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • convincingly quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • slight lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £ , while the Tesla Model 3 costs 31700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 857 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Tesla Model 3: with 13 kWh per 100 km, it’s decisively more efficient than the Mazda MX-30 with 18.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 5.30 kWh.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 performs clearly better – achieving up to 750 km, about 665 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

Model 3

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model 3 has a clearly edge – offering 460 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 290 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.10 s. That’s about 6 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model 3 performs significantly better – reaching 262 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 122 km/h.

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 curb weight, Tesla Model 3 is slight lighter – 1772 kg compared to 1849 kg. The difference is around 77 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more room – 594 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 244 L.

When it comes to payload, Mazda MX-30 hardly perceptible takes the win – 402 kg compared to 377 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 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.

Mazda MX-30
Tesla Model 3

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Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 16.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 534 - 750 km

Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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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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Tesla Model 3

3.8 (4 Reviews)
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The Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.

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Mazda MX-30
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
30800 - 37100 £
Price
31700 - 50100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.30 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.7 kWh
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
83 kWh
co2
22 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1849 kg
Curb weight
1772 - 1929 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
4395 mm
Length
4724 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1555 mm
Height
1431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1137 - 1155 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
402 kg
Payload
303 - 377 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.10 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
262 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Tesla
What drivetrain options does the Mazda MX-30 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.