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Mazda 2 vs Renault Clio comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (14,200 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or Renault Clio?

Mazda 2 vs Renault Clio: Key differences

Mazda 2

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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Renault Clio

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mazda 2 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the Renault Clio costs 17,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,837 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Clio uses 4.1 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Mazda 2 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 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 Renault Clio offers clearly more power – delivering 158 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 43 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Clio is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Clio delivers markedly more torque with 190 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 39 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 only slightly lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,202 kg. The difference is around 103 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Clio offers slightly more boot space – 327 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Clio carries barely more – 463 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Clio holds a decisive overall lead 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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Clio

Renault Clio

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.1 - 5.2 L/100km
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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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Reviews Mazda 2

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Jose
6 May 2026, 09:05:43

A less stressed engine, quality and simplicity in maintenance.

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Renault Clio

The Renault Clio is a smartly styled and practical compact hatch that feels at home in city traffic while offering a surprisingly refined ride. It pairs user-friendly tech and a comfortable interior with a reputation for being economical and easy to live with.

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Reviews Renault Clio

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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technoman
31 Mar 2026, 08:36:27

Having owned a clio now for the last 8 years we have found the 0.9ltr engine to work well both around town and on motorways . Averaging around 45mpg on mixed driving. The 3 cylinder engine has no cambelt to worry about . Interior has worked and worn well . No defects at all during owner ship BUT the striking red paintwork (metallic) is showing deterioration and is expensive to put right and this would be the only reason for dropping a star off the rating . There are two main services on the car an A and a B service. All they do on the A service is change the cabin filter and do the usual safety checks which costa around £120 the second B service is oil and filter change around £230 but at 36000 miles need air filter and brake fluid change which can add another £120

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Mazda 2
Renault Clio

Costs and Consumption
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Price
17,100 - 23,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
92 - 118 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
1,202 - 1,316 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 327 L
Length
4,080 mm
Length
-
Width
1,695 mm
Width
1,768 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
453 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
190 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Renault
Is the Mazda 2 offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda 2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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