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Renault Captur vs Mazda MX-30 comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (21,100 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Captur or Mazda MX-30?

Renault Captur vs Mazda MX-30: Key differences

Renault Captur

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space

Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power

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

Captur

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Renault Captur is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,100 £ , while the Mazda MX-30 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,720 £.

MX-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 Mazda MX-30 offers only slightly more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Captur is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Renault Captur 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.

Captur

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, Renault Captur is markedly lighter – 1,323 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 526 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Captur offers somewhat more boot space – 422 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 72 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Captur offers somewhat more capacity – up to 1,363 L, about 208 L more than the Mazda MX-30.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Captur carries moderately more – 453 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 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.

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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
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Renault Captur

The Renault Captur is a cheeky little crossover that pairs city-friendly agility with a roomy, well-thought-out cabin and enough style to turn heads at the lights. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want practical versatility and a dash of personality on their daily drives, without taking itself too seriously.

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Reviews Renault Captur

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Pet
4 Feb 2026, 11:01:12

The car was a very pleasant surprise. Very comfortable and enjoyable. The 1.3 TCe 158 hp engine is brilliant.

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Waldemar
1 Feb 2026, 13:55:20

A 2025 mild‑hybrid, 160 hp.
Really nice little car. Mostly doing 200 km trips. Driving isn’t tiring. I trusted the driver‑assistance systems and… I wasn’t disappointed. The adaptive cruise control is brilliant, though I’d trust it about 90%. Overtaking punch is a plus. I recommend it with a clear conscience. Ah, just those 18" wheels 🤦. Obviously fuel consumption is higher because it’s an automatic.

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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
21,100 - 28,400 £
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
100 - 137 g/km
co2
22 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,323 - 1,441 kg
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Length
4,239 mm
Length
4,395 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,575 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,363 L
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Payload
447 - 453 kg
Payload
402 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
160 - 265 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
125 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
830 cm3

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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