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Mazda 2 vs Mitsubishi Space Star comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 71 HP), boot space and price (14,200 £ vs 11,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or Mitsubishi Space Star?

Mazda 2 vs Mitsubishi Space Star: Key differences

Mazda 2

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Mitsubishi Space Star

3.8 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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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.

Mitsubishi Space Star is noticeably cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the Mazda 2 costs 14,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,572 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 2 uses 4.7 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Mitsubishi Space Star with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

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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 Mazda 2 offers clearly more power – delivering 115 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 2 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.1 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mazda 2 is a bit faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Space Star tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 33 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda 2 delivers noticeably more torque with 151 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 49 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, Mitsubishi Space Star is moderately lighter – 940 kg compared to 1,099 kg. The difference is around 159 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 2 offers somewhat more boot space – 280 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mazda 2 offers only slightly more capacity – up to 950 L, about 38 L more than the Mitsubishi Space Star.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 2 carries only slightly more – 437 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 2 is decisively ahead 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
Mazda 2
Mitsubishi Space Star

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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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Mitsubishi Space Star

The Mitsubishi Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.

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Mazda 2
Mitsubishi Space Star

Costs and Consumption

Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
112 - 125 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Curb weight
940 - 1,011 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
Length
4,080 mm
Length
3,845 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Width
1,665 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
359 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
71 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
102 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
52 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,193 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mitsubishi
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