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CUPRA Terramar vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (36,900 £ vs 28,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Terramar or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?

CUPRA Terramar vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster: Key differences

CUPRA Terramar

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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space

Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • noticeably cheaper
  • significantly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Terramar

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 noticeably cheaper – starting at 28,400 £ , while the CUPRA Terramar costs 36,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,426 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Terramar uses 1.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.6 L/100km.

MX-5 Roadster

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 CUPRA Terramar offers significantly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Terramar is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Terramar delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 248 Nm more.

Terramar

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: CUPRA Terramar offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is significantly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,638 kg. The difference is around 560 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Terramar offers substantially more boot space – 540 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 410 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Terramar carries considerably more – 542 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 390 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Terramar 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 £36,900
Terramar

CUPRA Terramar

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 km
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The CUPRA Terramar is a sharply styled, sporty SUV that brings athletic handling and bold design to buyers who want performance with everyday usability. Inside, premium finishes meet driver-focused flair and family-friendly practicality, making it a tempting pick for anyone who wants thrills without turning their daily routine into a chore.

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David Burrell
21 Jan 2026, 22:24:34

Had a Terramar for nearly 12 months and it’s proven a great choice. Love the driving experience and that fact it’s less common than Tiguan/Q3 cousins. V2 spec gives you so much kit you don’t need any extras.

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Rafał
13 Jan 2026, 21:59:07

A better-equipped version of a car that's technically very similar to the Q3, offered at a more attractive price.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,900 - 50,600 £
Price
28,400 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
118 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
36 - 191 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,638 - 1,904 kg
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
130 L
Length
4,519 mm
Length
-
Width
1,869 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
1,586 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
512 - 542 kg
Payload
152 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
205 - 243 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Mazda
Is the CUPRA Terramar offered with different drivetrains?

The CUPRA Terramar is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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