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Mazda 2 Hybrid vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (116 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 Hybrid or VW Polo?

Mazda 2 Hybrid vs VW Polo: Key differences

Mazda 2 Hybrid

  • visibly more efficient

VW Polo

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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • somewhat 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.

VW Polo is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Mazda 2 Hybrid costs 21,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,162 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 2 Hybrid uses 3.8 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

Polo

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 Polo offers clearly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 116 HP. That’s roughly 91 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Mazda 2 Hybrid takes 9.7 s. That’s about 3.2 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, VW Polo is very slightly lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,180 kg. The difference is around 37 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Polo offers somewhat more boot space – 351 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Polo carries very slightly more – 457 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Polo 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 £17,300
Polo

VW Polo

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Mazda 2 Hybrid
VW Polo

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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 Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Mazda 2 Hybrid
VW Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,400 - 28,200 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
87 - 93 g/km
co2
116 - 148 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
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
286 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
435 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Mazda
Brand
VW
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