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Mazda 2 vs Lotus Emira - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (115 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (14200 £ vs 93800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or Lotus Emira?

Mazda 2

Lotus Emira

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 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14200 £, while the Lotus Emira costs 93800 £. That’s a price difference of around 79628 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda 2 manages with 4.70 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.20 L. The difference is about 4.50 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Emira has a significantly edge – offering 406 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 291 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.10 s. That’s about 5.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lotus Emira performs noticeable better – reaching 291 km/h, while the Mazda 2 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 91 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lotus Emira pulls clearly stronger with 480 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 329 Nm difference.

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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: Mazda 2 offers decisively more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Mazda 2 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1099 kg compared to 1455 kg. The difference is around 356 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda 2 offers clearly more room – 280 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 129 L.

When it comes to payload, Mazda 2 distinct takes the win – 437 kg compared to 290 kg. That’s a difference of about 147 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mazda 2 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £14,200
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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
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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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Lotus Emira

The Lotus Emira is a supremely alive sports coupe that blends razor‑sharp handling with enough everyday comfort to make it usable beyond the track. It looks gorgeous, sounds eager and delivers a focused, smile-inducing drive that will seduce enthusiasts and tempt sensible buyers alike.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
14200 - 21700 £
Price
93800 - 96400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1099 - 1120 kg
Curb weight
1455 - 1493 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
4080 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1695 mm
Width
1896 mm
Height
1515 mm
Height
1235 mm
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
270 - 290 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.3 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
290 - 291 km/h
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
298 kW
Engine capacity
1496 cm3
Engine capacity
1991 - 3456 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Lotus

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Is the Mazda 2 offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda 2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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