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Fiat 600 vs Mazda 2 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 115 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 14,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 600 or Mazda 2?

Fiat 600 vs Mazda 2: Key differences

Fiat 600

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Mazda 2

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • slightly 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mazda 2 is considerably cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the Fiat 600 costs 21,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,771 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 2 uses 4.7 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Fiat 600 with 4.8 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 Fiat 600 offers visibly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Fiat 600 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.5 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Fiat 600 delivers clearly more torque with 260 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 109 Nm more.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 2 is slightly lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,265 kg. The difference is around 166 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat 600 offers noticeably more boot space – 385 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

When it comes to payload, the Fiat 600 carries moderately more – 517 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat 600 holds a decisive overall lead 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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Fiat 600

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 100 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.8 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 409 km
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Fiat 600

The Fiat 600 is small, cheeky and utterly charming, a pocket-sized Italian that packs more personality than its size suggests. Ideal for city buyers who want fuss-free motoring with a playful driving character, it puts smiles ahead of spreadsheets.

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Reviews Fiat 600

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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Jos van der kolk
20 Jan 2026, 21:23:37

Lovely car — one thing they forgot: the 600 has a heat pump and, as far as I know, the 500 doesn’t, which is quite an important detail.

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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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3.7 (1 Reviews)
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Jose
6 May 2026, 09:05:43

A less stressed engine, quality and simplicity in maintenance.

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Mazda 2

Costs and Consumption
Price
21,000 - 31,300 £
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
409 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 129 g/km
co2
107 - 122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,265 - 1,595 kg
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 385 L
Trunk capacity
280 L
Length
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Length
4,080 mm
Width
1,779 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Height
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Height
1,515 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Payload
427 - 517 kg
Payload
420 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mazda
What drive types are available for the Fiat 600?

The Fiat 600 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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