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BYD Tang vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (64,300 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Tang or Mazda MX-5 Coupe?

BYD Tang vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe: Key differences

BYD Tang

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

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,437 £.

MX-5 Coupe

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 Tang offers considerably 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 Tang is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Tang delivers considerably more torque with 680 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 528 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: BYD Tang offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is substantially lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 1,516 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BYD Tang offers significantly more boot space – 235 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 108 L.

When it comes to payload, the BYD Tang carries considerably more – 575 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 409 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Tang 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.

£64,285
Tang

BYD Tang

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 24 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 530 km
BYD Tang
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

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BYD Tang

The BYD Tang is a bold, tech-loaded SUV that blends striking design with roomy practicality, making it equally at home on the school run and the open road. Packed with clever tech and a powertrain that mixes efficiency with eager performance, it’s a smart, value-focused pick for buyers who want electric-age comfort without the premium-brand fuss.

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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 Tang
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
64,300 £
Price
30,800 - 36,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
530 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
7
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,630 kg
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Trunk capacity
235 L
Trunk capacity
127 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,955 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
680 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
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Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BYD
Brand
Mazda
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