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Mercedes G-Class vs Mazda 2 comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 115 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 14,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or Mazda 2?

Mercedes G-Class vs Mazda 2: Key differences

Mercedes G-Class

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Mazda 2

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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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 substantially cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 92,370 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 2 uses 4.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes G-Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4 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 Mercedes G-Class offers clearly more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 490 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G-Class is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers significantly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 1,013 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 considerably lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 1,386 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers significantly more boot space – 640 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 360 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries clearly more – 715 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 278 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 2 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.

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Mazda 2

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 75 - 115 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
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Mercedes G-Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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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
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
107 - 122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
280 L
Length
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Length
4,080 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Height
-
Height
1,515 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
420 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes G-Class have?

The Mercedes G-Class is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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