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Mazda 2 vs McLaren GT Series comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (14,200 £ vs 175,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or McLaren GT Series?

Mazda 2 vs McLaren GT Series: Key differences

Mazda 2

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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McLaren GT Series

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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 clearly cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the McLaren GT Series costs 175,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 161,494 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 2 uses 4.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the McLaren GT Series with 11.9 L/100km. The difference is about 7.2 L/100km.

GT Series

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 McLaren GT Series offers significantly 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 McLaren GT Series is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren GT Series delivers clearly more torque with 630 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 479 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Mazda 2 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 2 is clearly lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,520 kg. The difference is around 421 kg.

Looking at boot space, the McLaren GT Series offers clearly more boot space – 420 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 2 stands well ahead of its rival 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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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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McLaren GT Series

The McLaren GT takes the supercar blueprint and stretches it into a grand tourer, marrying thrilling pace with genuine long-distance comfort and a cabin that’s actually liveable. If you crave weekend escape capability without surrendering driver engagement, this is the car to consider — though it does attract a fair share of admiring glances.

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McLaren GT Series

Costs and Consumption
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Price
175,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Curb weight
1,520 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
420 L
Length
4,080 mm
Length
-
Width
1,695 mm
Width
2,045 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
467 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
3,994 cm3

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

The Mazda 2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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