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Renault Express vs Mazda 2 Hybrid comparison

Compare performance (102 HP vs 116 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 22,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Express or Mazda 2 Hybrid?

Renault Express vs Mazda 2 Hybrid: Key differences

Renault Express

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  • markedly cheaper
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Mazda 2 Hybrid

  • slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Express

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Express is markedly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Mazda 2 Hybrid costs 22,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,152 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 2 Hybrid uses 3.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Renault Express with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

2 Hybrid

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 Mazda 2 Hybrid offers slightly more power – delivering 116 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 2 Hybrid is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 9.7 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mazda 2 Hybrid offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 2 Hybrid is barely lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 1,296 kg. The difference is around 116 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries noticeably more – 700 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 265 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 2 Hybrid is decisively ahead 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 £22,300
2 Hybrid

Mazda 2 Hybrid

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.8 - 4 L/100km
Renault Express
Mazda 2 Hybrid

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Renault Express

The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.

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Mazda 2 Hybrid

The Mazda 2 Hybrid brings Mazda’s trademark driving flair to the city, combining smooth, efficient running with unexpectedly eager handling that keeps short trips engaging. Compact, nicely finished and sensible on running costs, it’s a clever choice for buyers who want the economy of a small car without sacrificing cabin quality or personality.

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Renault Express
Mazda 2 Hybrid

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
Price
22,300 - 28,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
121 - 149 g/km
co2
87 - 93 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
Curb weight
1,180 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
286 L
Length
4,393 mm
Length
-
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Height
1,811 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 - 700 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 102 HP
Power HP
116 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 s
Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 240 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
55 - 75 kW
Power kW
85 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General

Model Year
2021
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Renault
Brand
Mazda
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