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Mazda 2 Hybrid vs Volvo S90 comparison

Compare performance (116 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (22,300 £ vs 62,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 Hybrid or Volvo S90?

Mazda 2 Hybrid vs Volvo S90: Key differences

Mazda 2 Hybrid

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Volvo S90

  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially 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:

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,951 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda 2 Hybrid with 3.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

S90

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 Volvo S90 offers considerably more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 116 HP. That’s roughly 339 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Mazda 2 Hybrid takes 9.7 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

2 Hybrid

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 substantially lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 1,912 kg. The difference is around 732 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S90 offers markedly more boot space – 453 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 167 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S90 carries a bit more – 518 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S90 is clearly superior 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 £62,200
S90

Volvo S90

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 235 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 89 km
Mazda 2 Hybrid
Volvo S90

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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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Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.

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Mazda 2 Hybrid
Volvo S90

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,300 - 28,300 £
Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
89 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
87 - 93 g/km
co2
17 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,180 kg
Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Trunk capacity
286 L
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Length
-
Length
4,969 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
-
Height
1,440 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
435 kg
Payload
451 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 HP
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
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Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 kW
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Volvo
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