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Mazda 2 vs Land Rover Discovery Sport comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (14,200 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

Mazda 2 vs Land Rover Discovery Sport: Key differences

Mazda 2

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda 2 is considerably cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,237 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Land Rover Discovery Sport uses 4.2 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Mazda 2 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

Discovery Sport

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 Discovery Sport offers clearly more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 154 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers considerably more torque with 540 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 389 Nm more.

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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 is substantially lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 850 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers significantly more boot space – 780 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 500 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries visibly more – 641 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 204 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport holds a solid 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 £46,500
Discovery Sport

Land Rover Discovery Sport

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 58 km
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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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Reviews Mazda 2

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Jose
6 May 2026, 09:05:43

A less stressed engine, quality and simplicity in maintenance.

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Land Rover Discovery Sport

Discovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.

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Mazda 2
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
95 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
4,080 mm
Length
-
Width
1,695 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3

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

The Mazda 2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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