Mazda 2 and Volkswagen Polo respond to what most people need for day to day plus petrol engines with 90 hp.

One of every four cars sold in Spain is a utility, the category in which militate Mazda 2 and Volkswagen Polo. Currently only the Seat Ibiza commercial success exceeds the Volkswagen Polo, a model very settled in the preferences of drivers thanks to It maintains its image quality car, aspect in which the Mazda 2 also has something to say.

From the first visual contact, the new generation Mazda 2 Looks good. Clearly, in its latest models, Mazda has demonstrated that He is giving the spot with the design, essential to arouse interest in potential buyers quality. But to really see the scope of all the arguments of the Mazda 2, nothing better than to raise a fight with the best thermometer outside the category of general models: the Volkswagen Polo.

Livability and trunk of Mazda 2 and VW Polo

The new Mazda 2 measures 4.06 meters long, a size which makes it one of the largest models in its class -iguala the Renault Clio-, surpassing almost 10 cm at Volkswagen, which is the most compact on the outside but the better utilized inside. Proof of this is the space are passengers in the cabin of the Polo. In the front seats the Mazda 2 offers similar dimensions, but the rear does not stand out, it has, for example, less than eight centimeters in width-an important difference if the central-seat handles, four less over heads two passengers and even less in the hollow leg. To understand us, a person 1.80m fits well on the back of the Volkswagen Polo, but you will notice near the ceiling in the Mazda 2.

The same applies to the boot, as Volkswagen offers 15 liters more luggage. Measurements of our Technical Center provide 290 liters Mazda 2, a demure figure of around 300 liters, for example, it presents a Peugeot 208, but far from the 355 liter Skoda Fabia, the best in this section.

Quality in Mazda 2 and VW Polo

Therefore, this brilliant image level work in the Mazda 2, has no continuity from a practical point of view when harness its body. Another thing is the indoor environment with which we are surprised by the quality we perceive, the care settings and sensations that transmit most of their materials. The same applies to the main controls of his good driving position. In our test unit Mazda 2 with Luxury finish, leather dress comes to important areas of the door panels and the dashboard, presenting this a simple and practical approach, but with a more colorful image from which is perceived in the Volkswagen Polo, thanks especially to its color touch screen 7 inches, which helps provide a more modern and technological aspect.

In the Volkswagen Polo, with finish Advance, the German automaker remains classic understated look, looking with adjustments, materials, location of the controls and touch, transmit feeling well made car. And indeed, it does, but this effective seal typical Volkswagen flojea with a central screen that is somewhat out of date-for presentation and handling- against rivals last batch. It should also improve somewhat rotated position of the adjustment knob mirrors that difficult to handle, or the fact that the rear windows do not get at all, the remainder comfort. Mazda 2 in only the driver’s window one-touch, better detail resolved in the Volkswagen Polo.

Mazda engines 2 and Volkswagen Polo

Mechanically we are looking at different ways to achieve the same power level. In this case, moreover, It is not three-cylinder engines, that spread like a plague among urban cars personality. Specifically, the Mazda 2 1.5 SKYACTIV-G four-cylinder mounts a larger displacement than its rival, with direct fuel injection and high compression ratio -14 to 1-. The Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TSI also incorporates a four-cylinder, but with 300 cm3 less, although in their food combines the direct injection with a turbocharger. In our dyno notoriety both have passed official data: over 109 hp performance for Mazda 2 and above 102 hp Volkswagen Polo.

In practice they stand out for refinement and running smoothness they offer. The initial response of the two is moderate, resulting in our slightly more critical clutch units Mazda 2 in situations of certain requirements. Japanese highlights its progressiveness and overall liking, although their Longer developments -excesivo that of 5ª- noticeable in their power recovery, must use low gears if we seek maximum speed in overtaking.

Volkswagen Polo appears in the turbo effect from 1700 rpm, with a constant thrust to 4,500 rpm; whereas the Mazda 2 is not so agonizing to over 5,500 rpm. The five gears are better staggered in the Volkswagen Polo, which translates into a optimum pickup much more effective in the same circumstances.

Consumption, both utilities take advantage to Stop&Start in urban journeys, but globally Volkswagen Polo is the most economical, since their actual average is around 5 l / 100 km, while the Mazda 2 is closer to 6, despite displayed lighter on the scale.

Behavior of Mazda 2 and Volkswagen Polo

The direction of the Mazda 2 is quick and his touch is pleasant, while the change, with short distances and good handling, offers a slightly sporty flavor. Their behavior is easy to digest for the driver, with a good setting frame healthy reactions and changes demanding support.

Having an architecture similar suspensions, Volkswagen Polo set-up we have been less firm and more focused on comfort, allowing more body roll on winding paths, but always with a high sense of security and good impressions through the management change and brakes.

With a very similar price you barely a handful of euros separate the probadas- versions, the provision of series Mazda 2 is much higher to the Volkswagen Polo, which leaves many more elements among the options. Japanese brand plays strong in the field of equipment and even offers some driving aids not available in the Volkswagen Polo, although it may also incorporate some details that are not found in the Mazda 2.