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Mazda 2 vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (14,200 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 2 or VW Tiguan?

Mazda 2 vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

Mazda 2

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter

VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially 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 clearly cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,358 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mazda 2 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 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 VW Tiguan offers significantly 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 Tiguan is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Tiguan is marginally faster – reaching 215 km/h, while the Mazda 2 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers significantly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 249 Nm more.

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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 significantly lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 500 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers substantially more boot space – 652 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 372 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,486 L, about 536 L more than the Mazda 2.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries a bit more – 533 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan is clearly superior overall 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 £33,600
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 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 Tiguan

The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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Peter
21 Feb 2026, 14:53:54

My Tiguan 2.0 TSI is flawless after eight years and still looks great. I really can't complain.

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Thomas
21 Nov 2025, 21:33:38

What counts is longevity... and on that front VW doesn't convince.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
107 - 122 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 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
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
280 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4,080 mm
Length
4,539 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
1,515 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Payload
420 - 437 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, 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
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
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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