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Mazda 2 vs Kia Picanto comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 68 HP), boot space and price (14,200 £ vs 15,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or Kia Picanto?

Mazda 2 vs Kia Picanto: Key differences

Mazda 2

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Kia Picanto

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda 2 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the Kia Picanto costs 15,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,080 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 2 uses 4.7 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Picanto

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 115 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 2 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda 2 delivers markedly more torque with 151 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm more.

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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 is barely lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,124 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 2 carries markedly more – 437 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 2 is decisively ahead 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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Mazda 2

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 75 - 115 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
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Mazda 2

The Mazda 2 is a pocket-sized charmer that makes city driving feel light and lively, wrapped in sleek styling that looks right at home on trendy streets. Buyers who want an economical, fun-to-drive hatch with surprisingly grown-up cabin quality will find it hard to resist — it’s the kind of everyday companion that puts a grin on your face every time you head out.

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A less stressed engine, quality and simplicity in maintenance.

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Kia Picanto

Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Price
15,300 - 19,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
126 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,080 mm
Length
-
Width
1,695 mm
Width
1,595 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
253 - 332 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
68 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
96 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
50 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Kia
Is the Mazda 2 offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda 2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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