Volvo EX30 vs Mazda 3: Running Costs in Tasmania
Data verified April 2025
At this driving profile, the Mazda 3 is the more economical choice over 5 years in Tasmania.
Running only 15,000 km per year in Tasmania, the Volvo EX30's higher purchase price doesn't fully pay back through lower running costs within 5 years. The Volvo EX30 costs $109,858 in total versus $63,261 for the Mazda 3 — a difference of $46,598. The numbers don't reach break-even within this holding period. If you drive significantly more km per year, or if petrol prices rise substantially, this comparison would shift. The Volvo EX30 still avoids around 9,761 kg of CO₂ over the ownership period.
The economics don't stack up at this driving distance — increase annual km or extend the holding period to change the picture.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo EX30 cheaper than the Mazda 3 over 5 years in Tasmania?
At 15,000 km/yr in Tasmania the Mazda 3 is the cheaper option over 5 years: $63,261 total versus $109,858 for the Volvo EX30. Use the calculator to adjust for your situation.
Does the Volvo EX30 break even against the Mazda 3 in Tasmania?
At 15,000 km/yr in Tasmania the Volvo EX30 does not fully recover its price premium within a 5-year holding period. Higher annual km or an extended holding period would change this.
How much does it cost to charge the Volvo EX30 vs fuel the Mazda 3 per year in Tasmania?
At 15,000 km/yr in Tasmania, charging the Volvo EX30 costs approximately $775/yr, versus $1,845/yr in petrol for the Mazda 3. Tasmania's electricity and fuel rates are applied automatically.