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Ford Puma vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (168 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (23,900 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Puma or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?

Ford Puma vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster: Key differences

Ford Puma

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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • visibly 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

Puma

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Puma is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster costs 29,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,048 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Puma uses 5.4 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

MX-5 Roadster

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Puma offers visibly more power – delivering 168 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 36 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Puma is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Puma delivers clearly more torque with 290 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 138 Nm more.

Puma

Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is visibly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,316 kg. The difference is around 238 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Puma offers considerably more boot space – 523 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 393 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Puma carries significantly more – 469 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 317 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Puma 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 £23,900
Puma

Ford Puma

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 125 - 168 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 404 - 417 km
Ford Puma
Mazda MX-5 Roadster

Costs and Consumption

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Ford Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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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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Ford Puma
Mazda MX-5 Roadster

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 135 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Trunk capacity
130 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,805 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
367 - 469 kg
Payload
152 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mazda
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