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Hyundai i30 vs Mazda 2 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Mazda 2?

Hyundai i30

Mazda 2

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda 2 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14200 £, while the Hyundai i30 costs 24000 £. That’s a price difference of around 9771 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda 2 manages with 4.70 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.70 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai i30 has a slightly edge – offering 140 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 2 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 9.10 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 9.60 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda 2 performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Hyundai i30 tops out at 197 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai i30 pulls clearly stronger with 253 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 102 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Mazda 2 is slightly lighter – 1099 kg compared to 1291 kg. The difference is around 192 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers noticeable more room – 395 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai i30 performs noticeable better – up to 1301 L, which is about 351 L more than the Mazda 2.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai i30 a bit takes the win – 509 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 72 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Hyundai i30 proves to be wins by a narrow margin and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai i30 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Hyundai i30
Mazda 2

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Hyundai i30

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 140 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.7 - 6 L
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Hyundai i30

The Hyundai i30 proves that sensible can also be stylish, offering a confident driving character wrapped in neat, modern design. It serves up a roomy, well-equipped cabin and composed ride that make everyday motoring feel like a clever purchase rather than a compromise.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
24000 - 29300 £
Price
14200 - 21700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
130 - 136 g/km
co2
107 - 122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1291 - 1407 kg
Curb weight
1099 - 1120 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
280 L
Length
4340 mm
Length
4080 mm
Width
1795 mm
Width
1695 mm
Height
1455 mm
Height
1515 mm
Max trunk capacity
1301 L
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Payload
463 - 509 kg
Payload
420 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 13.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
178 - 197 km/h
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mazda

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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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