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Mazda 2 vs VW ID.3 comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 326 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 VW ID.3?

Mazda 2 vs VW ID.3: Key differences

Mazda 2

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter

VW ID.3

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the VW ID.3 costs 28,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,348 £.

ID.3

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 VW ID.3 offers clearly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 200 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.3 delivers substantially more torque with 545 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 394 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 clearly lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,787 kg. The difference is around 688 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.3 offers visibly more boot space – 385 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW ID.3 offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,267 L, about 317 L more than the Mazda 2.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.3 carries very slightly more – 473 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.3 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.

from £28,600
ID.3

VW ID.3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 383 - 605 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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VW ID.3

The VW ID.3 is a crisply styled electric hatch that masks serious practicality behind a friendly, modern face, making city runs and longer trips pleasantly fuss free. For buyers seeking a sensible, well-equipped EV that doesn't take itself too seriously, the ID.3 strikes a neat balance of comfort, tech and everyday usability with a cheeky smile.

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Mr C Blagdon
14 Jan 2026, 12:07:54

Great all rounder, surprisingly spacious cabin. Rapid and refined. Not quiet enough space in the boot for a bike, could use more ground clearance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Price
28,600 - 49,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
383 - 605 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 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
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Curb weight
1,787 - 1,993 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
4,080 mm
Length
4,264 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
1,564 mm
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
1,267 L
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
437 - 473 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
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
170 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
125 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
VW
Is the Mazda 2 offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda 2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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