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BMW 2 Series vs Mazda CX-30 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Mazda CX-30?

BMW 2 Series vs Mazda CX-30: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • clearly more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mazda CX-30

4.5 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • barely lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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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

2 Series

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 CX-30 is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,937 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series uses 4.9 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Mazda CX-30 with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

CX-30

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 BMW 2 Series offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 344 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mazda CX-30 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers substantially more torque with 650 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 410 Nm more.

2 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mazda CX-30 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda CX-30 is barely lighter – 1,455 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda CX-30 offers marginally more boot space – 430 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-30 carries moderately more – 496 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series is clearly superior overall 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.

from £39,200
2 Series

BMW 2 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 10 L/100km
BMW 2 Series
Mazda CX-30

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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Mazda CX-30

The Mazda CX-30 blends sleek coupe-like lines with the practicality of a compact crossover, feeling more premium than its price tag suggests. It’s a joy to drive for anyone who likes a taut chassis and an interior that treats daily commutes like a small luxury escape.

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BMW 2 Series
Mazda CX-30

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
Price
25,200 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
129 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,455 - 1,587 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
422 - 430 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
458 - 496 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mazda
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