Mazda Mazda2 vs Skoda Scala

The Mazda Mazda2 starts from $22,990 before on-road costs, while the Skoda Scala opens at $30,900. That makes the Mazda Mazda2 the more affordable entry point by $7,910.

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 $25,289 and $33,990 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

The Mazda Mazda2 features a 7-inch touchscreen, while the Skoda Scala gets a 8.3-inch display and 8-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Mazda Mazda2 stands out with Apple CarPlay that you will not find on the Skoda Scala. The Skoda Scala counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Mazda Mazda2 uses a Petrol producing 81kW and 142Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 10.5 seconds.

The Skoda Scala responds with a Petrol making 85kW and 200Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.1 seconds.

The Skoda Scala has the clear power advantage at 85kW vs 81kW. In the real-world sprint, the Skoda Scala is 0.4s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Mazda Mazda2 measures 4,085mm long on a 2,570mm wheelbase, 277mm shorter than the Skoda Scala at 4,362mm (2,649mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Skoda Scala generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 250L in the Mazda Mazda2 and 467L in the Skoda Scala, giving the Skoda Scala a 217L advantage.

For towing, the Skoda Scala leads with a 1,200kg braked capacity vs 900kg. That 300kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,425/year for the Mazda Mazda2 and $1,539/year for the Skoda Scala. That is a $114 annual difference in favour of the Mazda Mazda2.

Estimated annual total: $1,425 (Mazda Mazda2) vs $1,539 (Skoda Scala). The Mazda Mazda2 saves you roughly $114 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Mazda Mazda2) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Skoda Scala). The Skoda Scala has longer coverage.