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Audi A8 vs Mazda 2 comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 115 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 14,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Mazda 2?

Audi A8 vs Mazda 2: Key differences

Audi A8

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • barely more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Mazda 2

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mazda 2 is clearly cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 77,151 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A8 uses 4.6 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Mazda 2 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A8 offers considerably more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 456 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 649 Nm more.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 2 is considerably lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 936 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A8 offers visibly more boot space – 390 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries clearly more – 700 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 263 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 2 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Mazda 2

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 75 - 115 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Audi A8
Mazda 2

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi A8

The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.

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Mazda 2

The Mazda 2 is a pocket-sized charmer that makes city driving feel light and lively, wrapped in sleek styling that looks right at home on trendy streets. Buyers who want an economical, fun-to-drive hatch with surprisingly grown-up cabin quality will find it hard to resist — it’s the kind of everyday companion that puts a grin on your face every time you head out.

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Audi A8
Mazda 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
107 - 122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
280 L
Length
-
Length
4,080 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Height
-
Height
1,515 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
420 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mazda
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