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Mazda 2 vs VW Tayron comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (14,200 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or VW Tayron?

Mazda 2 vs VW Tayron: Key differences

Mazda 2

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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VW Tayron

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably 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 VW Tayron costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,392 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tayron uses 1.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mazda 2 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

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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 VW Tayron offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 157 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tayron is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Tayron is barely faster – reaching 221 km/h, while the Mazda 2 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 21 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tayron delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 249 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 significantly lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,682 kg. The difference is around 583 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tayron offers clearly more boot space – 885 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 605 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Tayron offers considerably more capacity – up to 2,090 L, about 1,140 L more than the Mazda 2.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tayron carries noticeably more – 566 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 129 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tayron 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.

from £39,600
Tayron

VW Tayron

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 116 - 123 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 Tayron

The VW Tayron is Volkswagen's roomy, no-nonsense SUV that pairs clean, familiar styling with a practical cabin built for families and everyday use. It rides comfortably, packs sensible tech and creature comforts, and feels like the sensible sweater of SUVs for buyers who prefer steady value over headline-grabbing drama.

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4.8 (2 Reviews)
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Charley
12 Apr 2026, 05:53:48

Good-looking model. Comfortable but also sporty to drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Price
39,600 - 56,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
33 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Curb weight
1,682 - 1,948 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
4,080 mm
Length
4,792 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Width
1,853 - 1,866 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
1,666 - 1,668 mm
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
1,915 - 2,090 L
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
489 - 566 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
204 - 221 km/h
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B
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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