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Ford Kuga vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (243 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 28,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?

Ford Kuga vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster: Key differences

Ford Kuga

4.2 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Kuga

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mazda MX-5 Roadster is noticeably cheaper – starting at 28,400 £ , while the Ford Kuga costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,794 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Kuga uses 2.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

MX-5 Roadster

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Kuga offers significantly more power – delivering 243 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 111 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.3 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Kuga delivers visibly more torque with 240 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 88 Nm more.

Kuga

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Ford Kuga offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is clearly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,526 kg. The difference is around 448 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Kuga carries significantly more – 550 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 398 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Kuga 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 £34,200
Kuga

Ford Kuga

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 243 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 68 km
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Ford Kuga

The Kuga is Ford’s adaptable family SUV that blends usable space with a surprisingly lively driving character, making daily commutes and weekend escapes equally enjoyable. With smart interior packaging, an easy-to-use infotainment setup and composed road manners, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a bit of fun without the fuss.

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Reviews Ford Kuga

4.2 (6 Reviews)
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Richie Wid
3 Apr 2026, 13:13:55

PHEV model — very pleased with the car after 2.5 years. In the summer months it runs practically on electric power alone. The large 2.5‑litre engine is surprisingly frugal, about 0.5 l/mil. Downsides are the ventilation in winter, which causes fogged windows, and that we can now only charge the battery to 80%.

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Miguel
19 Oct 2025, 05:54:42

It's a car that strikes an excellent balance between quality and price.

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,200 - 46,300 £
Price
28,400 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 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
68 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,526 - 1,859 kg
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
130 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,882 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
152 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
240 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mazda
What drive types are available for the Ford Kuga?

The Ford Kuga is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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