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Hyundai Nexo vs Mazda 2 Hybrid comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 116 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Mazda 2 Hybrid?

Hyundai Nexo vs Mazda 2 Hybrid: Key differences

Hyundai Nexo

  • significantly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mazda 2 Hybrid

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Nexo

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda 2 Hybrid is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,494 £.

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 Nexo offers significantly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 116 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Nexo is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Mazda 2 Hybrid takes 9.7 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

Nexo

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 clearly lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 775 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers clearly more boot space – 510 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 224 L.

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

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Nexo 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 £59,900
Nexo

Hyundai Nexo

  • Engine Type : Hydrogen
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 HP
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Mazda 2 Hybrid

Costs and Consumption
Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Price
21,400 - 28,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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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
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
87 - 93 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Curb weight
1,180 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
286 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
116 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
85 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mazda
Is the Hyundai Nexo offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai Nexo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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