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Mazda 2 Hybrid vs VW Golf comparison

Compare performance (116 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 Hybrid or VW Golf?

Mazda 2 Hybrid vs VW Golf: Key differences

Mazda 2 Hybrid

  • slightly cheaper
  • somewhat lighter

VW Golf

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  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space

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.

Mazda 2 Hybrid is slightly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the VW Golf costs 25,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,775 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mazda 2 Hybrid with 3.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

Golf

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Golf offers significantly more power – delivering 333 HP compared to 116 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Mazda 2 Hybrid takes 9.7 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

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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 somewhat lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 1,307 kg. The difference is around 127 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf offers noticeably more boot space – 381 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries moderately more – 508 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf 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.

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Golf

VW Golf

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 km
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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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VW Golf

The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.

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Mazda 2 Hybrid
VW Golf

Costs and Consumption
Price
21,400 - 28,200 £
Price
25,200 - 47,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
87 - 93 g/km
co2
25 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,180 kg
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Trunk capacity
286 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
-
Length
4,282 - 4,296 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
-
Height
1,454 - 1,483 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,129 - 1,237 L
Payload
435 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
203 - 270 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
VW
Is the Mazda 2 Hybrid offered with different drivetrains?

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

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