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Hyundai Kona vs Mazda 2 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 115 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 14,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Mazda 2?

Hyundai Kona vs Mazda 2: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

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  • substantially more power
  • barely more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space

Mazda 2

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda 2 is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the Hyundai Kona costs 23,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,837 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Mazda 2 with 4.7 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 Hyundai Kona offers substantially more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 103 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mazda 2 is a bit faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 28 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Kona delivers substantially more torque with 265 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 114 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 2 is clearly lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,370 kg. The difference is around 271 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers visibly more boot space – 466 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 186 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Kona offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,300 L, about 350 L more than the Mazda 2.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries somewhat more – 490 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona 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 £23,100
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 377 - 514 km
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The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 163 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
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
280 L
Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
Length
4,080 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Height
1,580 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
420 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mazda
Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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