Mazda 3 Hatchback alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Mazda 3 Hatchback, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Mazda 3 Hatchback and are good next research steps.

from £23,900

Ford Puma

Price 23,900 - 36,300 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 125 - 168 HP
Consumption L/100km 5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range 404 - 417 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.4 - 9.8 s
Model Year 2,025 - 2,026
Torque 170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3
Model Puma
Modell Puma 1.0 EcoBoost Hybrid, Puma 1.0 EcoBoost Hybrid ST, Puma Gen-E
CO2 Efficiency Class D, A
Trim Level Titanium, Titanium PowerShift Automatik, ST-Line, ST-Line PowerShift Automatik, ST-Line X, ST-Line X PowerShift Automatik, PowerShift Automatik, BlueCruise Edition PowerShift Automatik, Premium, BlueCruise Edition
Power kW 92 - 124 kW
co2 0 - 135 g/km
Engine capacity 999 cm3
Curb weight 1,316 - 1,563 kg
Trunk capacity 456 - 523 L
Width 1,805 mm
Brand Ford
Payload 367 - 469 kg
Variant ST, Gen-E

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very slightly more power
barely cheaper
only slightly more efficient
marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
only slightly lighter
clearly more trunk space

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from £19,600

Vauxhall Corsa

Price 19,600 - 30,600 £
Body Type Hatchback
Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 100 - 156 HP
Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km 14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range 357 - 429 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.9 - 9.9 s
Model Year 2,024 - 2,025
Torque 205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3
Model Corsa
Modell Corsa Electric (50 kWh), Corsa 1.2 DI Turbo Hybrid 48V, Corsa Electric (54 kWh), Corsa 1.2 DI Turbo
CO2 Efficiency Class A, C, D
Trim Level Edition, GS, Ultimate eDCT, Ultimate, YES
Power kW 74 - 115 kW
co2 0 - 116 g/km
Engine capacity 1,199 cm3
Curb weight 1,175 - 1,544 kg
Trunk capacity 267 - 309 L
Width 1,765 mm
Brand Vauxhall
Payload 376 - 445 kg
Variant Electric

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slightly more power
somewhat more trunk space
noticeably cheaper
clearly more efficient
only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
markedly lighter

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from £30,000

Mazda CX-5

Price 30,000 - 39,500 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol MHEV
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 141 HP
Consumption L/100km 7 - 7.5 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 10.5 - 10.9 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 238 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model CX-5
Modell CX-5 2.5 e-SKYACTIV-G 141
CO2 Efficiency Class F
Trim Level Prime-Line SKYACTIV-Drive, Center-Line SKYACTIV-Drive, Center-Line AWD SKYACTIV-Drive, Exclusive-Line SKYACTIV-Drive, Exclusive-Line AWD SKYACTIV-Drive, Homura SKYACTIV-Drive, Homura AWD SKYACTIV-Drive
Power kW 104 kW
co2 157 - 169 g/km
Engine capacity 2,488 cm3
Curb weight 1,629 - 1,671 kg
Trunk capacity 466 L
Width 1,860 mm
Brand Mazda
Payload 566 - 601 kg

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Quick data check: Mazda CX-5

somewhat cheaper
markedly more power
visibly more efficient
visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
a bit lighter
clearly more trunk space

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from £27,000

Audi A3 Sportback

Price 27,000 - 92,900 £
Body Type Hatchback
Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 116 - 400 HP
Consumption L/100km 1.1 - 9.3 L/100km
Electric Range 134 - 141 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.8 - 10.1 s
Model Year 2,025 - 2,026
Torque 220 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4 - 5
Model A3
Modell A3 allstreet 1.5 TFSI, A3 Sportback 1.5 TFSI, A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI, A3 allstreet 2.0 TFSI, A3 allstreet 2.0 TDI, A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI, S3 Sportback, RS3 Sportback, A3 allstreet 1.5 TFSI e, A3 Sportback 1.5 TFSI e
CO2 Efficiency Class D, F, E, G, B
Trim Level S tronic, advanced, advanced S tronic, S line, S line S tronic, quattro S tronic, advanced quattro S tronic, S line quattro S tronic, competition limited S tronic
Power kW 85 - 294 kW
co2 25 - 211 g/km
Engine capacity 1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Curb weight 1,345 - 1,685 kg
Trunk capacity 280 - 380 L
Width 1,816 - 1,851 mm
Brand Audi
Payload 410 - 485 kg
Variant allstreet, Sportback, Sportback competition limited

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marginally cheaper
substantially more power
substantially more efficient
substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
only slightly lighter
barely more trunk space

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from £23,500

Kia Ceed

Price 23,500 - 26,300 £
Body Type Hatchback
Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 100 - 140 HP
Consumption L/100km 6 - 6.4 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 9.5 - 13.2 s
Model Year 2024
Torque 172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Model Ceed
Modell Ceed 1.0 T-GDI, Ceed 1.0 T-GDI 48V, Ceed 1.5 T-GDI, Ceed 1.5 T-GDI 48V
CO2 Efficiency Class E
Trim Level Ultimate Edition, Ultimate Edition DCT7
Power kW 74 - 103 kW
co2 137 - 146 g/km
Engine capacity 998 - 1,482 cm3
Curb weight 1,298 - 1,372 kg
Width 1,800 mm
Brand Kia
Payload 478 - 490 kg

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Kia Ceed as a suitable alternative to Mazda 3 Hatchback

In the dynamic world of hatchbacks, the Kia Ceed and Mazda 3 Hatchback go head-to-head, each offering distinct advantages. The Kia Ceed impresses with its efficient engine options and practical, spacious interior, making it a top contender for family drivers seeking reliability. On the other hand, the Mazda 3 Hatchback stands out with its stylish design and engaging driving experience, appealing to those who prioritize aesthetics and a spirited ride.

The Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.

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markedly more power
very slightly more efficient
a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
marginally cheaper
only slightly lighter

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from £21,900

Toyota Yaris

Price 21,900 - 40,800 £
Body Type Hatchback
Engine Type Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail CVT, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 116 - 280 HP
Consumption L/100km 3.8 - 8.7 L/100km
Seats 4 - 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.5 - 9.7 s
Model Year 2026
Torque 390 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3
Model Yaris
Modell Yaris 1.5 Hybrid 116, Yaris 1.5 Hybrid 130, Yaris 1.6 Turbo
CO2 Efficiency Class B, G
Trim Level Comfort CVT, Business Edition CVT, Teamplayer CVT, Style CVT, Style PLUS CVT, GR Sport CVT, 4WD
Power kW 85 - 206 kW
co2 87 - 197 g/km
Engine capacity 1,490 - 1,618 cm3
Curb weight 1,090 - 1,356 kg
Trunk capacity 141 - 286 L
Width 1,745 - 1,805 mm
Brand Toyota
Payload 289 - 525 kg

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Quick data check: Toyota Yaris

slightly more trunk space
slightly cheaper
markedly more power
substantially more efficient
significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
visibly lighter

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