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Mazda 2 vs Mercedes C Class Estate comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (14,200 £ vs 42,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or Mercedes C Class Estate?

Mazda 2 vs Mercedes C Class Estate: Key differences

Mazda 2

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes C Class Estate

3.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • substantially 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mazda 2 is considerably cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Estate costs 42,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,380 £.

Both cars consume an average of 4.7 L/100km – no difference here.

C Class Estate

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 Mercedes C Class Estate offers significantly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 173 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Estate is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C Class Estate delivers significantly more torque with 550 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 399 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 2 is clearly lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,755 kg. The difference is around 656 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Estate offers significantly more boot space – 490 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 210 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C Class Estate carries noticeably more – 565 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 128 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Estate 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.

from £42,600
C Class Estate

Mercedes C Class Estate

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Mazda 2
Mercedes C Class Estate

Costs and Consumption

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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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Mercedes C Class Estate

The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.

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Mazda 2
Mercedes C Class Estate

Costs and Consumption

Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Price
42,600 - 67,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
123 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Curb weight
1,755 - 1,940 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
4,080 mm
Length
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Width
1,695 mm
Width
1,820 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
460 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
186 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
250 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
137 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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