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Mazda MX-30 vs VW Golf comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or VW Golf?

Mazda MX-30 vs VW Golf: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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  • marginally cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Golf is marginally cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Mazda MX-30 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,567 £.

As for electric range, the VW Golf offers substantially more range – reaching up to 143 km, about 58 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

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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 VW Golf offers substantially more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 155 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.8 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, VW Golf is clearly lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 542 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf offers very slightly more boot space – 381 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 31 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries markedly more – 508 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 106 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf 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.

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Golf

VW Golf

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 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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The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.

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Mazda MX-30
VW Golf

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 g/km
co2
25 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
402 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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
116 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
85 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mazda MX-30 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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