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Mazda 2 vs MINI MINI comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (14,200 £ vs 24,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or MINI MINI?

Mazda 2 vs MINI MINI: Key differences

Mazda 2

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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MINI MINI

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 MINI MINI costs 24,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,637 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 2 uses 4.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the MINI MINI with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

MINI

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 MINI MINI offers clearly more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 143 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI MINI is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI MINI delivers considerably more torque with 380 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 229 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 2 is markedly lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,335 kg. The difference is around 236 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 2 offers barely more boot space – 280 L compared to 275 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI MINI carries barely more – 445 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI MINI is far ahead overall 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 £24,900
MINI

MINI MINI

  • Engine Type Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 258 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 293 - 391 km
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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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MINI MINI

The MINI is a cheeky, joyfully small hatch that turns even the most humdrum commute into something worth smiling about. It serves up go-kart handling, a stylish cabin and near-endless customization, making it a perfect pick for drivers who want personality packed into a compact package.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Price
24,900 - 37,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
293 - 391 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
0 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Convertible, Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,730 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
210 - 275 L
Length
4,080 mm
Length
-
Width
1,695 mm
Width
1,744 - 1,756 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
345 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
156 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
230 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
115 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A, D
Brand
Mazda
Brand
MINI
Is the Mazda 2 offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda 2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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