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Mazda 2 vs Land Rover Defender comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (14,200 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or Land Rover Defender?

Mazda 2 vs Land Rover Defender: Key differences

Mazda 2

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Land Rover Defender

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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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 substantially cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43,637 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 2 uses 4.7 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

Defender

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 Land Rover Defender offers substantially more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 520 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Defender delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 599 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Land Rover Defender offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 2 is clearly lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 1,201 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers substantially more boot space – 786 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 506 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries considerably more – 819 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 382 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Defender holds a decisive overall lead 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 £57,900
Defender

Land Rover Defender

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 635 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6 - 14.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 48 km
Mazda 2
Land Rover Defender

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Land Rover Defender

The Land Rover Defender looks like it could shrug off a weekend of serious off-road abuse while still turning heads on the high street. Inside it balances practical, no-nonsense utility with enough creature comforts to make daily driving feel less like an expedition and more like a stylish commute—rugged charm with civilized manners.

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Mazda 2
Land Rover Defender

Costs and Consumption

Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
48 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
135 - 324 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 8
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Curb weight
2,300 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
Length
4,080 mm
Length
-
Width
1,695 mm
Width
2,008 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
494 - 819 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
200 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
147 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Land Rover
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