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Mazda 2 Hybrid vs Mazda 3 Hatchback - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (116 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (21400 £ vs 24500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 Hybrid or Mazda 3 Hatchback?

Mazda 2 Hybrid

Mazda 3 Hatchback

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 Hybrid has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21400 £, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback costs 24500 £. That’s a price difference of around 3128 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda 2 Hybrid manages with 3.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.60 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.

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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 Mazda 3 Hatchback has a noticeable edge – offering 186 HP compared to 116 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Mazda 2 Hybrid takes 9.70 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda 3 Hatchback performs to a small extent better – reaching 216 km/h, while the Mazda 2 Hybrid tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, Mazda 2 Hybrid is evident lighter – 1180 kg compared to 1419 kg. The difference is around 239 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda 3 Hatchback offers to a small extent more room – 351 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda 3 Hatchback performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1026 L, which is about 91 L more than the Mazda 2 Hybrid.

When it comes to payload, Mazda 3 Hatchback to a small extent takes the win – 485 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mazda 3 Hatchback proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mazda 3 Hatchback is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £24,500
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Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 186 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.6 - 6.5 L
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Mazda 2 Hybrid

The Mazda 2 Hybrid brings Mazda’s trademark driving flair to the city, combining smooth, efficient running with unexpectedly eager handling that keeps short trips engaging. Compact, nicely finished and sensible on running costs, it’s a clever choice for buyers who want the economy of a small car without sacrificing cabin quality or personality.

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Mazda 3 Hatchback

The Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21400 - 28200 £
Price
24500 - 35500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 4 L
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
87 - 93 g/km
co2
126 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
36 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1180 kg
Curb weight
1419 - 1549 kg
Trunk capacity
286 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
3940 mm
Length
4460 mm
Width
1745 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1505 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
935 L
Max trunk capacity
1022 - 1026 L
Payload
435 kg
Payload
470 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.70 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
175 km/h
Max Speed
199 - 216 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1490 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2488 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mazda

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Is the Mazda 2 Hybrid offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda 2 Hybrid is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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