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Renault Austral vs Mazda CX-30 comparison

Compare performance (200 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (29,900 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Austral or Mazda CX-30?

Renault Austral vs Mazda CX-30: Key differences

Renault Austral

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • moderately more trunk space

Mazda CX-30

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter

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

Austral

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda CX-30 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the Renault Austral costs 29,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,680 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Austral uses 4.8 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

CX-30

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 Renault Austral offers marginally more power – delivering 200 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-30 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Renault Austral takes 8.4 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Austral delivers slightly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

Austral

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 terms of curb weight, Mazda CX-30 is marginally lighter – 1,455 kg compared to 1,548 kg. The difference is around 93 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Austral offers moderately more boot space – 527 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-30 carries very slightly more – 496 kg compared to 477 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Austral holds a slight edge 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 £29,900
Austral

Renault Austral

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 148 - 200 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 6.4 L/100km
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Renault Austral

The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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Reviews Renault Austral

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Mazda CX-30

The Mazda CX-30 blends sleek coupe-like lines with the practicality of a compact crossover, feeling more premium than its price tag suggests. It’s a joy to drive for anyone who likes a taut chassis and an interior that treats daily commutes like a small luxury escape.

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Reviews Mazda CX-30

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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Stefan Zapp
31 Jan 2026, 22:32:56

I drive a CX30 with 150 hp. I'm very satisfied with the car.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,900 - 37,800 £
Price
25,200 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
109 - 145 g/km
co2
129 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,548 - 1,613 kg
Curb weight
1,455 - 1,587 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Length
4,533 mm
Length
-
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
1,645 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,736 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 477 kg
Payload
458 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
148 - 200 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
270 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
109 - 147 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Renault
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the Renault Austral have?

The Renault Austral is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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