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Mazda 2 vs Vauxhall Corsa comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (14,200 £ vs 19,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or Vauxhall Corsa?

Mazda 2 vs Vauxhall Corsa: Key differences

Mazda 2

  • markedly cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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Vauxhall Corsa

  • noticeably more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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 markedly cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the Vauxhall Corsa costs 19,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,400 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Corsa uses 4.6 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Mazda 2 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 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 Vauxhall Corsa offers noticeably more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Corsa is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Vauxhall Corsa is only slightly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Mazda 2 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Corsa delivers substantially more torque with 260 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 109 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 marginally lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,175 kg. The difference is around 76 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Corsa offers only slightly more boot space – 309 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Corsa offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,042 L, about 92 L more than the Mazda 2.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Corsa carries only slightly more – 445 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Corsa 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 £19,600
Corsa

Vauxhall Corsa

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 5.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.4 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 347 - 424 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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The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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Mazda 2
Vauxhall Corsa

Costs and Consumption
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
347 - 424 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
0 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 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
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
4,080 mm
Length
4,061 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Width
1,765 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,042 L
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Vauxhall
Is the Mazda 2 offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda 2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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