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SsangYong Korando vs Mazda 3 Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Korando or Mazda 3 Hatchback?

SsangYong Korando vs Mazda 3 Hatchback: Key differences

SsangYong Korando

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • visibly more trunk space
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Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • barely cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Korando

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda 3 Hatchback is barely cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the SsangYong Korando costs 27,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,971 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 3 Hatchback uses 5.6 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

3 Hatchback

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 SsangYong Korando offers only slightly more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Korando delivers visibly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

Korando

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, Mazda 3 Hatchback is very slightly lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 100 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers visibly more boot space – 551 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Hatchback carries barely more – 502 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Korando is far ahead 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.

from £27,000
Korando

SsangYong Korando

  • Engine Type Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 339 km
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The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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The Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Price
25,000 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
339 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 197 g/km
co2
126 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
551 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Length
-
Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 463 kg
Payload
487 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the SsangYong Korando have?

The SsangYong Korando is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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