Hyundai i30 2010 vs Mazda 3 2009

Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison

 
Hyundai i30
2010 - 2012
Mazda 3
2009 - 2011
Body: Estate car / wagonSedan
The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 1.4 - 1.61.6 - 2.5

Performance

Power: 90 - 126 HP105 - 185 HP
Torque: 137 - 260 NM145 - 400 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11 - 14.4 seconds8.2 - 13.1 seconds
In general, Mazda 3 are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Hyundai i30. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.5 - 6.94.4 - 8.1
Hyundai i30 petrol engines consumes on average 1.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than Mazda 3. On average, a Hyundai i30 with diesel engines consumes about the same amount of fuel per 100 km as a Mazda 3.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.
Ground clearance: 135 mm (5.3 inches)150 - 155 mm (5.9 - 6.1 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 3 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.

Dimensions

Length: 4.50 m4.58 m
Width: 1.78 m1.76 m
Height: 1.53 m1.47 m
Hyundai i30 is 8 cm shorter than the Mazda 3, 2 cm wider, while the height of Hyundai i30 is 6 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 415 litres430 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down, if possible
1395 litresno data
Hyundai i30 has 15 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 3.
Turning diameter: 10.4 meters10.4 meters
Gross weight: ~ 1`877 kg~ 1`827 kg
Net weight:~ 1`290 kg~ 1`298 kg
Load capacity:~ 587 kg~ 529 kg
Hyundai i30 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 10 procentiem more than Mazda 3. Therefore, Hyundai i30 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
Safety: no data
Quality:
below average

above average
Average price (€): 24003200
Pros and Cons: Hyundai i30 has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • higher carrying (cargo) capacity
  • lower price
Mazda 3 has
  • more powerful and dynamic engines
  • higher ground clearance
  • fewer faults
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