Performance, power and 0-100 km/h
2025 Mazda MX-5 Sport has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.5 seconds, compared with 12.5 seconds for 2024 Mazda2 1.5 Skyactiv-G Centre-Line. 2025 Mazda MX-5 Sport has the higher listed output at 181 hp; 2024 Mazda2 1.5 Skyactiv-G Centre-Line is rated at 75 hp, a difference of 106 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Mazda MX-5 Sport at 213 Nm and 2024 Mazda2 1.5 Skyactiv-G Centre-Line at 135 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.
Range, battery, charging and efficiency
Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.
Dimensions, cargo space and towing
2024 Mazda2 1.5 Skyactiv-G Centre-Line provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 280 litres versus 130 litres, a difference of 150 litres. 2024 Mazda2 1.5 Skyactiv-G Centre-Line is 150 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.
Price and overall assessment
2024 Mazda2 1.5 Skyactiv-G Centre-Line has the lower listed starting price at $18,900, compared with $28,550 for 2025 Mazda MX-5 Sport. The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.