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Cadillac OPTIQ vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (304 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (55,700 £ vs 31,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Cadillac OPTIQ or Mazda MX-5 Coupe?

Cadillac OPTIQ vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe: Key differences

Cadillac OPTIQ

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

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

MX-5 Coupe

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 Coupe is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Cadillac OPTIQ costs 55,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,352 £.

MX-5 Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Cadillac OPTIQ offers clearly more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 172 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac OPTIQ is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac OPTIQ delivers clearly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 328 Nm more.

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: Cadillac OPTIQ offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 2,376 kg. The difference is around 1,262 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac OPTIQ offers clearly more boot space – 443 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 316 L.

When it comes to payload, the Cadillac OPTIQ carries substantially more – 524 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 358 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac OPTIQ holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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Cadillac OPTIQ

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 304 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 425 km
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Cadillac OPTIQ

The Cadillac Optiq is a chic, compact electric SUV that brings the brand’s bold styling, hushed refinement, and confident punch to a more attainable size. With a calm, composed ride, a tech-rich cabin, and the brand’s signature light show outside, it feels like an urban-friendly gateway to true American luxury without losing the drama or the practicality buyers need.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,700 £
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
425 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
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,376 kg
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Trunk capacity
443 L
Trunk capacity
127 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,912 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
524 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
304 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
480 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
224 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Cadillac
Brand
Mazda
What drive types are available for the Cadillac OPTIQ?

The Cadillac OPTIQ is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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