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Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (95 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (16,800 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?

Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster: Key differences

Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van

  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • noticeably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Fiorino Qubo Van

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van is considerably cheaper – starting at 16,800 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster costs 29,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,183 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van uses 5.1 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 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 Mazda MX-5 Roadster offers noticeably more power – delivering 132 HP compared to 95 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Roadster is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van takes 11.9 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van delivers visibly more torque with 200 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 48 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is slightly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,285 kg. The difference is around 207 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van carries significantly more – 535 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 383 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van is far ahead overall 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 £16,800
Fiorino Qubo Van

Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 80 - 95 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van
Mazda MX-5 Roadster

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Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van

The Fiat Qubo van is a compact urban workhorse that hides an impressively practical load area behind deceptively small proportions, making tight city streets and parking a breeze. It’s not flashy, but its sensible layout, easy-to-live-with character and wallet-friendly running make it a solid pick for anyone needing dependable everyday practicality without fuss.

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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

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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Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van
Mazda MX-5 Roadster

Costs and Consumption

Price
16,800 - 17,100 £
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
133 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
3
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,285 kg
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
130 L
Length
3,957 mm
Length
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Width
1,716 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
1,721 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 kg
Payload
152 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
80 - 95 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 13.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
162 - 167 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
190 - 200 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
59 - 70 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
1,248 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General

Model Year
2016
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mazda
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