Compare performance (180 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Spacetourer or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mazda MX-5 Roadster is markedly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Citroen Spacetourer costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,120 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Roadster uses 6.2 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Citroen Spacetourer with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.
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 Citroen Spacetourer offers markedly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Roadster is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Citroen Spacetourer takes 11 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Citroen Spacetourer delivers significantly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 248 Nm more.
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: Citroen Spacetourer offers more seats – 9 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is substantially lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 875 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Citroen Spacetourer offers significantly more boot space – 2,011 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 1,881 L.
When it comes to payload, the Citroen Spacetourer carries significantly more – 914 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 762 kg.
The Citroen Spacetourer 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.
The Citroën SpaceTourer is a quietly practical people carrier that turns the chaos of family transport into a calm, sensible experience. With clever interior packaging and a relaxed ride it makes long trips surprisingly pleasant — even the backseat critics might stop grumbling.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
35,100 - 44,900 £
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Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 24 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
219 - 351 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 180 g/km
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co2
140 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Roadster
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Seats
8 - 9
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,953 - 2,211 kg
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Curb weight
1,078 kg
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Trunk capacity
1,624 - 2,011 L
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Trunk capacity
130 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,920 mm
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Width
1,735 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
877 - 914 kg
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Payload
152 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manual
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Power HP
132 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11 - 12.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Torque
152 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Power kW
97 kW
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Mazda
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