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Mazda 2 Hybrid vs Renault Express comparison

Compare performance (116 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 Hybrid or Renault Express?

Mazda 2 Hybrid vs Renault Express: Key differences

Mazda 2 Hybrid

  • a bit more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Renault Express

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  • markedly cheaper
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

Renault Express is markedly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Mazda 2 Hybrid costs 21,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,295 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 2 Hybrid uses 3.8 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Renault Express with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

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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 2 Hybrid offers a bit more power – delivering 116 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 2 Hybrid is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.7 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Mazda 2 Hybrid offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 2 Hybrid is marginally lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 1,296 kg. The difference is around 116 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries noticeably more – 700 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 265 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 2 Hybrid stands well ahead of its rival 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 £21,400
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Mazda 2 Hybrid

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.8 - 4 L/100km
Mazda 2 Hybrid
Renault Express

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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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Renault Express

The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.

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Mazda 2 Hybrid
Renault Express

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,400 - 28,200 £
Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
87 - 93 g/km
co2
121 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,180 kg
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
Trunk capacity
286 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,393 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,811 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
Payload
435 kg
Payload
575 - 700 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 HP
Power HP
75 - 102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
Torque
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Torque
200 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 kW
Power kW
55 - 75 kW
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Renault
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