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Mazda 2 vs Mazda 3 Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (14,200 £ vs 24,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or Mazda 3 Hatchback?

Mazda 2 vs Mazda 3 Hatchback: Key differences

Mazda 2

  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • markedly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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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 substantially cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the Mazda 3 Hatchback costs 24,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,328 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 2 uses 4.7 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

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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 3 Hatchback offers markedly more power – delivering 186 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda 3 Hatchback delivers noticeably more torque with 240 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 89 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 clearly lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,419 kg. The difference is around 320 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 3 Hatchback offers visibly more boot space – 351 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 71 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Hatchback carries very slightly more – 485 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 3 Hatchback stands out in the key areas 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 £24,500
3 Hatchback

Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 186 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.6 - 6.5 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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The Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Price
24,500 - 35,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
126 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Curb weight
1,419 - 1,549 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4,080 mm
Length
-
Width
1,695 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
470 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

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

The Mazda 2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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