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Mazda 2 vs Volvo EX30 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (115 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (14200 £ vs 33000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or Volvo EX30?

Mazda 2

Volvo EX30

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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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 14200 £, while the Volvo EX30 costs 33000 £. That’s a price difference of around 18771 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX30 has a convincingly edge – offering 428 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.10 s. That’s about 5.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda 2 performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Volvo EX30 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX30 pulls convincingly stronger with 543 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 392 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, Mazda 2 is clearly lighter – 1099 kg compared to 1840 kg. The difference is around 741 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo EX30 offers slightly more room – 318 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Volvo EX30 performs minimal better – up to 1000 L, which is about 50 L more than the Mazda 2.

When it comes to payload, Mazda 2 to a small extent takes the win – 437 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo EX30 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £33,000
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Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 339 - 476 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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Volvo EX30

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The Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
14200 - 21700 £
Price
33000 - 49100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
339 - 476 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1099 - 1120 kg
Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
318 L
Length
4080 mm
Length
4233 mm
Width
1695 mm
Width
1838 mm
Height
1515 mm
Height
1550 - 1567 mm
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
1000 L
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
370 - 390 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1496 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Volvo

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Is the Mazda 2 offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda 2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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