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Fiat Tipo Wagon vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 31,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Wagon or Mazda MX-5 Coupe?

Fiat Tipo Wagon vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe: Key differences

Fiat Tipo Wagon

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space
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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • marginally more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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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

Tipo Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Fiat Tipo Wagon is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe costs 31,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,371 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Tipo Wagon uses 4.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Coupe with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

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 Mazda MX-5 Coupe offers marginally more power – delivering 132 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.6 s, while the Fiat Tipo Wagon takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Fiat Tipo Wagon delivers substantially more torque with 320 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 168 Nm more.

Tipo Wagon

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: Fiat Tipo Wagon offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is noticeably lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,455 kg. The difference is around 341 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat Tipo Wagon offers substantially more boot space – 550 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 423 L.

When it comes to payload, the Fiat Tipo Wagon carries considerably more – 475 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 309 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat Tipo Wagon 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 £21,000
Tipo Wagon

Fiat Tipo Wagon

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manual
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Fiat Tipo Wagon
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Fiat Tipo Wagon

The Fiat Tipo Estate is a no-nonsense family wagon that focuses on practicality and value, with surprisingly generous load space and comfortable seats for long trips. It won't win style awards, but its sensible kit, simple controls and low running costs make it a smart, unfussy choice for buyers who want function over flash.

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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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Fiat Tipo Wagon
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,000 - 27,000 £
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
122 - 125 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,455 - 1,470 kg
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Trunk capacity
550 L
Trunk capacity
127 L
Length
4,571 mm
Length
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Width
1,792 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
1,514 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 kg
Payload
166 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Manual
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
206 - 207 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
240 - 320 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
1,469 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Mazda
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