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 £29,400

BMW 1 Series

Price 29,400 - 51,900 £
Body Type Hatchback
Engine Type Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 122 - 300 HP
Consumption L/100km 4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 4.9 - 9.8 s
Model Year 2024
Torque 230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Model 1er-Reihe
Model 118d, 120, 120d, M135, 116, 123
CO2 Efficiency Class D, C, F
Trim Level M Sport Design Steptronic (DKG), Steptronic (DKG), M Sportpaket Pro Steptronic (DKG), M Sportpaket Steptronic (DKG), M Sportpaket Pro xDrive Steptronic (DKG), xDrive Steptronic (DKG), M Sport Design xDrive Steptronic (DKG), M Sportpaket xDrive Steptronic (DKG)
Power kW 90 - 221 kW
co2 112 - 173 g/km
Engine capacity 1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Curb weight 1,465 - 1,625 kg
Trunk capacity 300 - 380 L
Width 1,800 mm
Brand BMW
Payload 475 - 510 kg
Variant M Performance

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noticeably more power
markedly more efficient
significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
barely more trunk space

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from £28,300

Vauxhall Astra

Price 28,300 - 37,900 £
Body Type Hatchback
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 130 - 196 HP
Consumption L/100km 2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km 15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range 84 - 454 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.6 - 10.6 s
Model Year 2026
Torque 230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders 3 - 4
Model Astra
Model Astra 1.2 DI Turbo Hybrid 48V, Astra 1.6 Turbo Hybrid, Astra 1.5 Diesel, Astra Electric
CO2 Efficiency Class C, B, D, A
Trim Level Edition eDCT, GS eDCT, Ultimate eDCT, Edition Automatik, GS Automatik, Edition, Ultimate Automatik, GS, Ultimate
Power kW 96 - 144 kW
co2 0 - 130 g/km
Engine capacity 1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Curb weight 1,438 - 1,733 kg
Trunk capacity 310 - 422 L
Width 1,859 mm
Brand Vauxhall
Payload 438 - 502 kg

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from £25,700

Mazda CX-30

Price 25,700 - 37,200 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Petrol MHEV
Transmission Manual, Automatic
Transmission Detail Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 140 - 186 HP
Consumption L/100km 5.7 - 6.6 L/100km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.3 - 10.3 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model CX-30
Model CX-30 2.5 e-SKYACTIV-G 140, CX-30 2.0 e-SKYACTIV-X 186
CO2 Efficiency Class D, E
Trim Level Prime-Line, Prime-Line Automatik, Center-Line, Center-Line Automatik, Homura, Homura Automatik, Nagisa, Nagisa Automatik, Exclusive-Line, Exclusive-Line Automatik, Takumi, Takumi Automatik, Center-Line AWD, Center-Line AWD Automatik, Homura AWD, Homura AWD Automatik, Nagisa AWD, Nagisa AWD Automatik, Exclusive-Line AWD, Exclusive-Line AWD Automatik, Takumi AWD, Takumi AWD Automatik
Power kW 103 - 137 kW
co2 129 - 148 g/km
Engine capacity 1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Curb weight 1,455 - 1,587 kg
Trunk capacity 422 - 430 L
Width 1,795 mm
Brand Mazda
Payload 458 - 496 kg

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Mazda CX-30 as a suitable alternative to Mazda 3 Hatchback

In the battle of compact versatility, the Mazda 3 Hatchback and Mazda CX-30 both offer dynamic styling and engaging driving experiences. The Mazda 3 Hatchback appeals to those who prioritize a sleek design and sporty handling, making it a perfect urban companion. Meanwhile, the Mazda CX-30 provides a slightly elevated ride height and additional interior space, catering to those with a love for adventure and practicality without sacrificing the brand's signature performance flair.

The Mazda CX-30 blends Mazda’s upscale styling with a compact crossover body, offering a refined interior and engaging driving dynamics. It’s a practical choice for buyers who want a premium feel and agile handling in a city-friendly package.

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a bit more trunk space

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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
Model 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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clearly more trunk space

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from £32,600

Mercedes A Class

Price 32,600 - 66,500 £
Body Type Hatchback
Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 116 - 421 HP
Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 9 L/100km
Electric Range 85 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 3.9 - 9.7 s
Model Year 2025
Torque 200 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4
Model A-Klasse
Model A 180, A 180 d, A 200, A 220, A 250 e, A 250, A 200 d, A 220 d, A 35 AMG, A 45 S AMG
CO2 Efficiency Class D, E, B, G
Trim Level 7G-DCT, Advanced 7G-DCT, 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced 7G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced Plus 7G-DCT, Progressive Line Premium 7G-DCT, Special Edition 7G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced 7G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced Plus 7G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium 7G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium Plus 7G-DCT, 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Advanced 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced Plus 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Premium 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Special Edition 4MATIC 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced 4MATIC 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced Plus 4MATIC 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium 4MATIC 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium Plus 4MATIC 8G-DCT, Special Edition 8G-DCT, Advanced 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Advanced Plus 8G-DCT, Progressive Line Premium 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Advanced Plus 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium 8G-DCT, AMG-Line Premium Plus 8G-DCT, Advanced Plus 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G, Premium 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G, Premium Plus 4MATIC SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G, Premium 4MATIC+ SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G, Premium Plus 4MATIC+ SPEEDSHIFT DCT 8G
Power kW 85 - 310 kW
co2 53 - 205 g/km
Engine capacity 1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Curb weight 1,440 - 1,695 kg
Trunk capacity 310 - 350 L
Width 1,796 - 1,850 mm
Brand Mercedes-Benz
Payload 450 - 485 kg
Variant AMG

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substantially more power
substantially more efficient
substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

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from £42,800

Mazda CX-6e

Price 42,800 - 45,400 £
Body Type SUV
Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP 258 HP
Consumption kWh/100km 18.9 - 19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range 468 - 484 km
Seats 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.9 s
Model Year 2026
Torque 290 Nm
Model CX-6e
Model CX-6e
CO2 Efficiency Class A
Trim Level Takumi, Takumi Plus
Power kW 190 kW
co2 0 g/km
Curb weight 2,205 kg
Trunk capacity 468 L
Width 1,935 mm
Brand Mazda
Payload 385 kg

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markedly more power
only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
markedly more trunk space

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