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BYD ETP3 vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?

BYD ETP3 vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster: Key differences

BYD ETP3

  • only slightly more power
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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ETP3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda MX-5 Roadster is very slightly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the BYD ETP3 costs 31,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,658 £.

MX-5 Roadster

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD ETP3 offers only slightly more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD ETP3 delivers somewhat more torque with 180 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 28 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is considerably lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,640 kg. The difference is around 562 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries clearly more – 780 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 628 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD ETP3 is far ahead overall 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.

£31,620
ETP3

BYD ETP3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 HP
  • Electric Range 233 km
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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

The Mazda MX-5 is a featherweight, open-top sports car that turns ordinary roads into a grin-inducing playground thanks to razor-sharp steering and an engaging, tactile gearbox. It won’t swallow the weekly shopping or ski bags, but for anyone after pure driving fun and sun-on-your-face weekends, few cars match its sheer charm and value.

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4.1 (1 Reviews)
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Oliel
9 Aug 2026, 14:18:24

Good Car, much fun, very lightweight, can fit loads of grocheries in the trunk, great family car

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31,600 £
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
130 L
Length
4,460 mm
Length
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Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
780 kg
Payload
152 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
180 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BYD
Brand
Mazda
Is the BYD ETP3 offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD ETP3 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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