Hyundai i30 Sedan vs Mazda Mazda2
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Sedans compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Data checked: specs 18 Oct 2026, price 28 Oct 2026
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StandardOptional: printed price, +pack or NCO (no-cost)No, not offeredNo dataCounts beside each car use the same colours; ? is no option data.
From each manufacturer's Australian equipment list. No data means that car's document does not say. The drawings are our own illustrations of how each kind of system works.
Hyundai i30 Sedan: we're still completing kerb weight, seat count, 0-100km/h and warranty.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
$30,000RRP
- no option data for this car
$26,990RRP
- no option data for this car
Printed option prices only. A pack is counted once and makes the figure a floor when it carries no printed price. Nothing is inferred from the other car.
Measured rows: Australian Automobile Association Real-World Testing Program (realworld.org.au), the on-road result for the vehicle each test names, shown beside the manufacturer's figures rather than in place of them and never scored. Hyundai i30 Sedan test page Mazda Mazda2 test page
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Price Breakdown
The Hyundai i30 Sedan starts from $30,000 before on-road costs, while the Mazda Mazda2 opens at $26,990. That makes the Mazda Mazda2 the more affordable entry point by $3,010.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $33,000 and $29,689 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Mazda Mazda2 by roughly $1,570 in fuel alone.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP's published record does not give the Mazda Mazda2 a rating. With no pair of ratings to compare, the active-safety features in the spec table above are the fairer comparison.
Recalls on our record
Hyundai i30 Sedan
- REC-006714 · published 1 Sep 2026Due to a software issue, the hybrid power control unit could overheat during vehicle operation.Year range on the notice: 2023 - 2026
- REC-006244 · published 17 Jan 2025Due to a manufacturing defect, the fuel control valve in the high-Pressure fuel pump could allow excess fuel to enter the pump.Year range on the notice: 2020 - 2023
- REC-005978 · published 6 Jun 2024The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve sensor may have been exposed to soldering flux contamination during manufacture.Year range on the notice: 2024
- 4 more on the model page.
Mazda Mazda2
- REC-005009 · published 2 Dec 2021The low pressure fuel pump impeller may become deformed and cause the fuel pump to stop working.Year range on the notice: 2017 - 2019
- REC-000892 · published 27 Sep 2019The vehicle's fuel tank may exceed the specified manufacturing dimensions and place additional strain on the fuel tank retaining strap, which may weaken or potentially break.Year range on the notice: 2018 - 2019
- REC-000875 · published 11 Feb 2018On some vehicles, the shape of the teeth on the parking brake sector gear may not meet specification.Year range on the notice: 2016 - 2018
- 4 more on the model page.
A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
Feature Showdown
The Hyundai i30 Sedan features a 8-inch touchscreen paired with a 4.2-inch digital dash, while the Mazda Mazda2 gets a 7-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Hyundai i30 Sedan stands out with wireless charging — features our data doesn't list for the Mazda Mazda2. The Mazda Mazda2 counters with head-up display. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Hyundai i30 Sedan lines up producing 110kW and 180Nm of torque, sent through a smartstream ivt (intelligent variable transmission) to a FWD layout.
The Mazda Mazda2 responds with a Petrol making 81kW and 142Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.5 seconds.
The Hyundai i30 Sedan has the clear power advantage at 110kW vs 81kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Hyundai i30 Sedan measures 4,710mm long on a 2,720mm wheelbase, 350mm longer than the Mazda Mazda2 at 4,360mm (2,570mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Hyundai i30 Sedan generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 474L in the Hyundai i30 Sedan and 440L in the Mazda Mazda2, giving the Hyundai i30 Sedan a 34L advantage.
0Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
9.8m to 10.8m
Based on 10.8m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 9.8m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Compare U-turns side by side
Turning Circle · U-turn compare
kerb-to-kerb, 2 cars0 of 2 clear a 7.0 m street in one sweep
Green cars complete the U-turn; amber need a 3-point turn. Drag the slider to test tighter streets.
Standard widths: AU local streets ~5.5–7 m; main roads ~9–12 m.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,739/year for the Hyundai i30 Sedan and $1,425/year for the Mazda Mazda2. That is a $314 annual difference in favour of the Mazda Mazda2.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Hyundai i30 Sedan if: You prioritise performance, need more boot space, or prefer Hyundai's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Mazda Mazda2 if: You want the lower entry price, want lower running costs, or prefer Mazda's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
Mazda Mazda2: Top CarSorted Score, 73 vs 68
The Mazda Mazda2 comes out ahead on the CarSorted Score (73 vs 68), taking 2 of 5 key spec rows below and coming in at a lower price. The deciding gaps: reliability (Mazda Mazda2 ahead by 17), value (Mazda Mazda2 ahead by 14), fuel economy (Mazda Mazda2 ahead by 10). The Mazda Mazda2 will save you roughly $314 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the Hyundai i30 Sedan has a clear edge. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Hyundai i30 Sedan and Mazda Mazda2?
The Mazda Mazda2 is the cheapest at $26,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Hyundai i30 Sedan by $3,010.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Mazda Mazda2 uses the least fuel at 5L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
Hyundai i30 Sedan holds a 3-star ANCAP rating. ANCAP's published record does not give a rating to Mazda Mazda2, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.
Which has the most boot space?
The Hyundai i30 Sedan has the largest boot at 474L with the seats up.
Which can tow the most?
The Hyundai i30 Sedan has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,100kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Hyundai i30 Sedan makes the most power at 110kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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