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BYD Han vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 31,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Mazda MX-5 Coupe?

BYD Han vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe: Key differences

BYD Han

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially 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

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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 BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,798 £.

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 BYD Han offers significantly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 385 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Han delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 548 Nm more.

Han

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BYD Han offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is significantly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 1,211 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Han offers substantially more boot space – 410 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 283 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Han carries substantially more – 335 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 169 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Han 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 £59,200
Han

BYD Han

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 521 km
BYD Han
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

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BYD Han

The BYD Han is a sleek, cinematic fastback saloon that pairs dramatic styling with a surprisingly plush cabin and a genuinely high-tech feel. It undercuts established rivals on price while delivering composed handling, generous equipment and long-legged electric confidence — a car that will make badge-conscious buyers sit up and take notice.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

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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BYD Han
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
521 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
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
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
127 L
Length
4,995 mm
Length
-
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
335 kg
Payload
166 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BYD
Brand
Mazda
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