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Hyundai i30 vs Mazda 2 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 115 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 14,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Mazda 2?

Hyundai i30 vs Mazda 2: Key differences

Hyundai i30

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  • markedly more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space

Mazda 2

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • moderately lighter

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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the Hyundai i30 costs 24,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,337 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 2 uses 4.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai i30 offers markedly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai i30 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai i30 delivers visibly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 99 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 moderately lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,315 kg. The difference is around 216 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers noticeably more boot space – 395 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 2 has only a minor advantage 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
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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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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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Mazda 2

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
107 - 122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
280 L
Length
-
Length
4,080 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Height
-
Height
1,515 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Payload
445 - 485 kg
Payload
420 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
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
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mazda
Is the Hyundai i30 offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai i30 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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