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Hyundai i30 vs Mazda 2 Hybrid comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 116 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Mazda 2 Hybrid?

Hyundai i30 vs Mazda 2 Hybrid: Key differences

Hyundai i30

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  • noticeably more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space

Mazda 2 Hybrid

  • a bit cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • slightly lighter

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

i30

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 Hybrid is a bit cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Hyundai i30 costs 24,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,137 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 2 Hybrid uses 3.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

2 Hybrid

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 noticeably more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 116 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai i30 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Mazda 2 Hybrid takes 9.7 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

i30

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 Hybrid is slightly lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 1,315 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers noticeably more boot space – 395 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 109 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries somewhat more – 485 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 2 Hybrid 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.

from £21,400
2 Hybrid

Mazda 2 Hybrid

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.8 - 4 L/100km
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Mazda 2 Hybrid

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Price
21,400 - 28,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 4 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
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
87 - 93 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
1,180 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
286 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 485 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
116 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
85 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General
Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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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