Hyundai Accent Hatchback 1.6 CRDi GL AT DCT (2015) vs Mazda 2 Hatchback SkyActiv-V+ AT (2017)

Hyundai Accent Hatchback 1.6 CRDi GL AT DCT (2015) vs Mazda 2 Hatchback SkyActiv-V+ AT (2017): which should you buy?

For a Filipino buyer weighing cost, performance and practicality, the Hyundai Accent Hatchback 1.6 CRDi GL AT DCT (2015) edges out the Mazda 2 SkyActiv‑V+ (2017) despite being a year older. Both sit in the B‑segment hatchback class, have five doors and seat five, but the Accent offers a diesel engine that delivers 136 PS and a robust 300 Nm of torque, far surpassing the Mazda’s 108 PS and 139 Nm. The higher torque at low revs (1500‑3500 rpm) gives the Accent better pull‑away power for city traffic and highway overtaking, while its 7‑speed DCT provides smoother shifts than the Mazda’s 6‑speed automatic. Price‑wise the Accent is slightly cheaper at ₱908,000 versus ₱918,000, and it comes with a longer warranty (unlimited/5‑years) compared to Mazda’s 100,000 km/3‑years. Both are FWD unibody hatchbacks, but the Accent’s longer wheelbase (4115 mm vs 4060 mm) may translate to a bit more interior space. If you prioritize low‑end power, fuel‑efficiency of diesel, and a longer warranty at a marginally lower price, the Hyundai Accent is the better choice. The Mazda 2 would appeal only to those who strictly prefer gasoline engines or newer model years, but it offers less power and a shorter warranty for a higher price.