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Mazda MX-30 vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Volvo XC40?

Mazda MX-30 vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper

Volvo XC40

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space

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.

Mazda MX-30 is moderately cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,914 £.

XC40

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 Volvo XC40 offers slightly more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Volvo XC40 is visibly 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, Volvo XC40 is very slightly lighter – 1,688 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 161 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo XC40 offers visibly more boot space – 452 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 102 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Volvo XC40 offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,328 L, about 173 L more than the Mazda MX-30.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries markedly more – 532 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 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.

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
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
36,800 - 47,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 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
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
4,425 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,863 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
1,652 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
1,328 L
Payload
402 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Mazda MX-30 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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