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Best suited to:Published EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Mazda2
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Performance
Which One's Right for You?
Agya
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Mazda2
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
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Spec
Agya
Mazda2
Model Introduced Year
2015
2015
Generation
Second generation Agya for South Africa
Current DJ-generation Mazda2, updated for South Africa in 2026
Facelift History
Updated with refreshed styling and features
The South African range received a feature and styling update for the 2026 model year.
Facelift Launched Since
2021
2015
Facelift Version Ending
2024
Current
Body Style
Hatchback
Hatchback
Model Year
2021
2026
Production Status
discontinued
Active
Segment
Hatchback
B-segment hatchback
Tare Mass Kg
870 kg
1070 kg
Vehicle Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
Length
3760 mm
4085 mm
Width
1665 mm
1695 mm
Height
1520 mm
1504 mm
Wheelbase
2455 mm
2570 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
155 mm
152 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
125 mm
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
35 l
44 l
Boot/Cargo Space
235 l
250 l
Kerb Weight
870 kg
1070 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1265 kg
1527 kg
Payload Capacity
395 kg
457 kg
Towing Capacity
1600 kg
250 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
-
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
4.7 m
4.7 m
Front Headroom
983 mm
-
Rear Headroom
951 mm
-
Front Legroom
1048 mm
1063 mm
Rear Legroom
899 mm
881 mm
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
Front Track Width
1445 mm
-
Rear Track Width
1430 mm
-
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Macpherson strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Torsion beam axle
Chassis Type
Monocoque
-
Power Steering
Electric
-
Steering Column
Height Adjustable
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
Macpherson strut
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion Beam
Torsion beam axle
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
Engine
1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
998 cc
1496 cc
Cylinders
3
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
11.5:1
13.0:1
Bore
82.0 mm
74.5 mm
Stroke
94.6 mm
85.8 mm
Maximum Power
51 kW @ 6000 rpm
85 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
91 Nm @ 3600 rpm
148 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Transmission
CVT
6-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
155 km/h
184 km/h
0-100 km/h
14.0 sec
10.5 sec
Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Sport
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
58.6 kW/tonne
79.4 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
104.6 Nm/tonne
138.3 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
Engine Position
Front Transverse
-
Gearbox
CVT Automatic
6-Speed Auto
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
Front-engine, front-wheel drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
-
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
Yes
4.319
Number of Gears
6
6
Transmission Type
CVT Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Yes
-
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
-
Gear Shift Type
Yes
Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Yes
Standard
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
CVT Automatic
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
FWD
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
6
6
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
Claimed Mileage
18.0 km/l
16.7 km/l
City Mileage
14 km/l
13.4 km/l
Highway Mileage
20 km/l
19.7 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
35 l
44 l
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro stage IV
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Available
Real-world Mileage
18.0 km/l
16.7 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
35
44
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
Airbags
4
6
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
-
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Standard
-
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
-
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
Standard
-
Central Locking
Standard
-
Side Impact Beams
Standard
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Front & Rear
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Not Available
BA
Yes
Standard
Brake Override System
Yes
-
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Standard
Driver Airbag
Yes
Standard
EBD
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Front & Rear
Side Airbags
Yes
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
-
Knee Airbag
Yes
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Yes
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Yes
-
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
-
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
Seat Material
Fabric
Leather & Cloth
Seat Adjustment
Manual
-
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Available
Steering Type
Electric
-
Steering Adjustment
Height Adjustable
-
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Available
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
-
Front Armrest
Not Available
-
Rear Armrest
Not Available
-
Steering Wheel Material
Yes
Standard
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
(60:40)
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual multi-way
Manual (Driver & Passenger)
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual multi-way
Manual (Driver & Passenger)
Seat Trim
Yes
Leather & Cloth
Front Shoulder Room
Not confirmed
1352 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
Not confirmed
1273 mm
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
Climate Control
Manual AC
Automatic
Power Windows
All Doors
Front & Rear
Keyless Entry
Standard
Smart
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
Not Available
-
AC Type
Manual AC
Automatic
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Spare Wheel
Full Size Steel
Temporary spare T125/70 D15
Air Conditioning
Manual AC
Automatic
Rim Size
15-inch Alloy Wheels
16x5-1/2J
Sound System
4
6
Unlocking
Standard
Smart
Wireless Charger
Not Available
Standard
Load Bed Length
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Loadbox Length Mm
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
Infotainment System
7-inch Touchscreen
Standard
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
4
6
Navigation System
Not Available
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
Partial Digital
Not Available
USB Ports
2
2
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Audio Speakers
4
6
Infotainment Screen
10.1
7-Inch
Touchscreen
10.1
7-Inch
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
LED Headlamps
LED Projector
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Not Available
-
Roof Rails
Not Available
-
Alloy Wheel Design
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Black & Machining
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
-
Body Cladding
Not Available
-
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
-
Exterior Colour Options
Multiple manufacturer colours
Current Mazda South Africa paint availability varies by edition and dealer allocation.
DRL
LED
Not Available
Led Headlights
LED Projector
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
LED
Not Available
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
-
Headlamps
LED Projector
Standard
Headlight Type
LED Projector
Standard
Headlights
LED Projector
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Yes
Not Available
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
Approach Angle
25 deg
-
Departure Angle
23 deg
-
Wading Depth
500 mm
-
Terrain Modes
Normal; Eco; Sport; Off-road
Sport
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
20 deg
-
Ground Clearance Max
155 mm
152 mm
Ground Clearance Min
155 mm
152 mm
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
Tyre Size
185/60 R15
185/60 R16
Wheel Type
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Black & Machining
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Full Size Steel
Temporary spare T125/70 D15
Wheel Rim Size
15-inch Alloy Wheels
16x5-1/2J
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
-
Brake Type Rear
Drum
-
Spare Tyre
Full Size Steel
Temporary spare T125/70 D15
Wheel Diameter
15-inch Alloy Wheels
16x5-1/2J
Handbrake Type
Yes
Manual
Wheels
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Black & Machining
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
Service Interval
10,000 km or 1 Year
-
Approx Service Cost
Approx R2,800
-
Battery Warranty
Not Applicable
-
Maintenance Plan
Optional
-
Service Plan
Yes
3 Years/Unlimited km
Service Intervals
10,000 km or 1 Year
-
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
Warranty Years
3
5 Years/Unlimited km
Warranty Kilometers
3
5 Years/Unlimited km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
-
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
-
Basic Warranty
3
5 Years/Unlimited km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
-
Warranty
3
5 Years/Unlimited km
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
CO2 Emissions
98 g/km
140 g/km
Start Stop System
Not Available
-
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
-
Noise Level
68 dB
-
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
Real-world City Mileage Min
15 l/100km
-
Real-world City Mileage Max
18 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
18 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
22 l/100km
-
Owner Review Count
19
-
Spec
Agya
Mazda2
Ownership Role
Private and family
flagship equipment and comfort derivative
Price Zar
229900 ZAR
417300 ZAR
Pricing Role
Historical listed price
flagship equipment and comfort derivative
Starting Price
229900
417300
Starting Price Zar
229900
417300
In depth: how these cars differ
This Agya and Mazda2 comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Agya 22 vs Mazda2 38.
Efficiency index: Agya 70 vs Mazda2 64.
Safety-equipment index: Agya 71 vs Mazda2 84.
Practicality index: Agya 51 vs Mazda2 45.
Ownership-cover index: Agya 43 vs Mazda2 not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Mazda2 leads by 7 points
Agya and Mazda2 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Mazda2
Performance
38/100
Efficiency
64/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
45/100
Agya
Performance
22/100
Efficiency
70/100
Safety
71/100
Practicality
51/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexMazda Mazda2
leads the specification evidence index with 57 pts
vs 50 pts for Agya
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Mazda2 leads. However, Agya may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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