Compare performance (115 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (14200 £ vs 20600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or Mitsubishi ASX?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mazda 2 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14200 £ , while the Mitsubishi ASX costs 20600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6342 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mitsubishi ASX manages with 4.40 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Mazda 2 with 4.70 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
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 Mitsubishi ASX has a noticeable edge – offering 158 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 43 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi ASX is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8.50 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.10 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mazda 2 performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mitsubishi ASX tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mitsubishi ASX pulls decisively stronger with 270 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 119 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mazda 2 is to a small extent lighter – 1099 kg compared to 1296 kg. The difference is around 197 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mitsubishi ASX offers clearly more room – 484 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 204 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mitsubishi ASX performs decisively better – up to 1596 L, which is about 646 L more than the Mazda 2.
When it comes to payload, Mitsubishi ASX hardly perceptible takes the win – 449 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.
The Mitsubishi ASX proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mitsubishi ASX is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Mitsubishi ASX is a compact crossover that mixes practicality with a no-nonsense personality, making it an easy choice for buyers who want sensible space without the showroom theatrics. It won't set your pulse racing, but its composed ride and user-friendly kit make it a dependable companion for daily errands and weekend escapes — reliable rather than flashy.
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Price
14200 - 21700 £
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Price
20600 - 32500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6 L
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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
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co2
99 - 135 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1099 - 1120 kg
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Curb weight
1296 - 1493 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 L
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Trunk capacity
348 - 484 L
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Length
4080 mm
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Length
4239 mm
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Width
1695 mm
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Width
1797 mm
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Height
1515 mm
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Height
1575 mm
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Max trunk capacity
950 L
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Max trunk capacity
1458 - 1596 L
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Payload
420 - 437 kg
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Payload
397 - 449 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
75 - 115 HP
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Power HP
91 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 14 s
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Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
168 - 180 km/h
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Torque
143 - 151 Nm
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Torque
160 - 270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
55 - 85 kW
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Power kW
67 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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The Mazda 2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.