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Mazda 2 Hybrid vs Mercedes A Class comparison

Compare performance (116 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 32,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 Hybrid or Mercedes A Class?

Mazda 2 Hybrid vs Mercedes A Class: Key differences

Mazda 2 Hybrid

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes A Class

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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

2 Hybrid

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mazda 2 Hybrid is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,148 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mazda 2 Hybrid with 3.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

A Class

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 Mercedes A Class offers substantially more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 116 HP. That’s roughly 305 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mazda 2 Hybrid takes 9.7 s. That’s about 5.8 s quicker.

2 Hybrid

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 Hybrid is clearly lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 1,440 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class offers moderately more boot space – 350 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class 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 Mercedes A Class is far ahead 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 £32,600
A Class

Mercedes A Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 85 km
Mazda 2 Hybrid
Mercedes A Class

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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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Mercedes A Class

The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.

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Mazda 2 Hybrid
Mercedes A Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,400 - 28,200 £
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
87 - 93 g/km
co2
53 - 205 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
1,180 kg
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Trunk capacity
286 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
435 kg
Payload
450 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 HP
Power HP
116 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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