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Mazda 2 vs Peugeot 308 comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (14,200 £ vs 29,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or Peugeot 308?

Mazda 2 vs Peugeot 308: Key differences

Mazda 2

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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Peugeot 308

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda 2 is considerably cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the Peugeot 308 costs 29,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,017 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 308 uses 2.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mazda 2 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 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 Peugeot 308 offers significantly more power – delivering 195 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 80 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 308 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 308 delivers clearly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 149 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, Mazda 2 is visibly lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,453 kg. The difference is around 354 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 308 offers clearly more boot space – 412 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 132 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 carries moderately more – 503 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 66 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 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.

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Peugeot 308

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 131 - 195 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 81 - 450 km
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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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Peugeot 308

The Peugeot 308 brings a sleek, feline profile and an unexpectedly upscale cabin, with clever packaging and materials that feel a touch more premium than you might expect. It’s composed on the road, easy to live with for daily life, and a smart choice if you want a stylish hatch that still behaves when the road gets interesting.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
81 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
0 - 133 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4,080 mm
Length
-
Width
1,695 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
96 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

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

The Mazda 2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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