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Mazda 2 Hybrid vs Vauxhall Astra comparison

Compare performance (116 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (22,300 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 Hybrid or Vauxhall Astra?

Mazda 2 Hybrid vs Vauxhall Astra: Key differences

Mazda 2 Hybrid

  • visibly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Vauxhall Astra

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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly 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:

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 visibly cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra uses 2.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mazda 2 Hybrid with 3.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

Astra

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 Vauxhall Astra offers substantially more power – delivering 196 HP compared to 116 HP. That’s roughly 80 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Mazda 2 Hybrid takes 9.7 s. That’s about 2.1 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 noticeably lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 1,438 kg. The difference is around 258 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers markedly more boot space – 422 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 136 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra carries somewhat more – 502 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Astra holds a decisive overall lead 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 £28,300
Astra

Vauxhall Astra

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 - 196 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 84 - 454 km
Mazda 2 Hybrid
Vauxhall Astra

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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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Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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Mazda 2 Hybrid
Vauxhall Astra

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,300 - 28,300 £
Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
84 - 454 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
87 - 93 g/km
co2
0 - 130 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
1,438 - 1,733 kg
Trunk capacity
286 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
435 kg
Payload
438 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 HP
Power HP
130 - 196 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Vauxhall
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