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Mazda MX-30 vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Toyota Corolla?

Mazda MX-30 vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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Toyota Corolla

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  • barely cheaper
  • barely more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Toyota Corolla is barely cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Mazda MX-30 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,271 £.

Corolla

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 Toyota Corolla offers barely more power – delivering 178 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Toyota Corolla is noticeably faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

MX-30

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is clearly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 429 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla offers barely more boot space – 361 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mazda MX-30 offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,155 L, about 103 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla carries somewhat more – 450 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-30 is decisively 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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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
Toyota Corolla

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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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Toyota Corolla

The Corolla is a reliable, no-nonsense compact car known for its practicality and composed ride. It’s economical to run, easy to maintain, and suits daily commuting while holding its value well.

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Mazda MX-30
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
402 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Toyota
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