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Mazda 2 vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (14,200 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or Toyota Corolla?

Mazda 2 vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Mazda 2

  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly lighter

Toyota Corolla

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  • noticeably more power
  • barely more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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 is substantially cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the Toyota Corolla costs 28,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,357 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Mazda 2 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Corolla

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Corolla offers noticeably more power – delivering 178 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 63 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mazda 2 is only slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 2 is markedly lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 321 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla offers visibly more boot space – 361 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 81 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla offers barely more capacity – up to 1,052 L, about 102 L more than the Mazda 2.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla carries marginally more – 450 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Corolla is slightly 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.

from £28,600
Corolla

Toyota Corolla

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 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
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 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
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4,080 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Toyota
Is the Mazda 2 offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda 2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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