2025 model year versions of the Mazda3 are available to order now, while orders for the 2025 Mazda CX-30 follow later this autumn.

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Both models leave their exterior design and interiors unchanged, but all 2025 Mazda3s and Mazda CX-30s now feature integrated Alexa Voice Assistant, while the Mazda navigation system benefits from cloud-based points of interest and database updates. These latest connectivity upgrades complement the 10.25-inch centre screen, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Qi Wireless Charging and USB Type-C charging ports introduced for the 2024 model year.

The biggest change to the 2025 Mazda3 and Mazda CX-30 line-up is the introduction of a new e-Skyactiv G engine. Replacing the current 2.0-litre 122ps e-Skyactiv G engine, the 2.5-litre e-Skyactiv G – found in the Mazda CX-5 – makes its debut in Mazda3 and Mazda CX-30 where it produces 140ps.

Delivering a 18ps increase to the entry-point engine in the Mazda3 and Mazda CX-30 range, there is also an increase in usable torque. The outgoing e-Skyactiv G engine produced 213Nm at 4,000rpm, while the new engine in 2025 model year cars produces 238Nm at 3,300rpm ensuring that in both the Mazda3 and Mazda CX-30 improving real-world performance, and 0-62mph acceleration times around 1 second faster.

At the top of both model line ups the 186ps e-Skyactiv-X engine is retained unchanged, featuring Mazda’s unique SPCCI Spark Controlled Compression Ignition technology it produces 186ps at 6,000rpm and maximum torque of 240Nm at 4,000rpm.

Across both the 2025 Mazda3 and 2025 Mazda CX-30 line-up both engines can be matched to manual or automatic transmission, while the range-topping Mazda CX-30 e-Skyactiv X Takumi is available with all-wheel drive.

Commenting on the 2025 Mazda3 and 2025 Mazda CX-30, Jeremy Thomson, managing director Mazda UK, said: “the addition of the 2.5-litre e-Skyactiv G engine with its cylinder deactivation to Mazda3 and Mazda CX-30 is part of our multi-solution approach to powertrains and sustainability that also features e-Skyactiv X with its SPCCI technology in Mazda3 and Mazda CX-30, plus the wide adaption of Mazda M Hybrid mild-hybrid across our models. Moreover, models like the Mazda2 Hybrid, Mazda MX-30 R-EV and the Mazda CX-60 PHEV also further highlight our multi-solution approach.”

Adding “as our SUV range continues to grow, the Mazda CX-30’s popularity ensures it’s a mainstay of the line-up. Additionally, the Mazda3 continues to be one of the best looking, highest quality and most generously equipped hatchbacks in the market, while the stylish Mazda3 Saloon is a competitor in the compact executive saloon market.”