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BMW i7 vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (99,300 £ vs 31,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i7 or Mazda MX-5 Coupe?

BMW i7 vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe: Key differences

BMW i7

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

i7

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is considerably cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 67,980 £.

MX-5 Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW i7 offers clearly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 527 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i7 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i7 delivers significantly more torque with 1,100 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 948 Nm more.

i7

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: BMW i7 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is significantly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 2,595 kg. The difference is around 1,481 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i7 offers considerably more boot space – 500 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 373 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i7 carries considerably more – 535 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 369 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i7 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £99,300
i7

BMW i7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 455 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 559 - 624 km
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BMW i7

The BMW i7 is a quietly imposing electric limousine that wraps advanced tech and traditional Bavarian comfort in a futuristic skin. For buyers after serene luxury with a mischievous streak, it pampers rear-seat occupants while reminding the driver that BMW still knows how to make a big car feel alive.

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The Mazda MX-5 is a delightfully pure driver's car, wrapped in a compact package and tuned to make steering inputs feel like a conversation rather than a chore. It won’t overwhelm you with gadgetry, but what it delivers—nimble handling, instant feedback and an honest grin every time you drive—makes it a brilliant choice for anyone who values fun over flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
99,300 - 157,200 £
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
559 - 624 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,595 - 2,770 kg
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
127 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
166 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
455 - 659 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
650 - 1,100 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
335 - 485 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mazda
Is the BMW i7 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW i7 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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