Compare performance (150 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (27,300 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Tourneo Connect or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Ford Tourneo Connect is marginally cheaper – starting at 27,300 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster costs 29,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,620 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Tourneo Connect uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 5.7 L/100km.
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 Tourneo Connect offers a bit more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Roadster is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Ford Tourneo Connect takes 10.1 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Tourneo Connect delivers substantially more torque with 350 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 198 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Ford Tourneo Connect offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is substantially lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,542 kg. The difference is around 464 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Ford Tourneo Connect offers substantially more boot space – 1,720 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 1,590 L.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Tourneo Connect carries clearly more – 818 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 666 kg.
The Ford Tourneo Connect 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.
The Ford Tourneo Connect is a practical, surprisingly polished people-mover that balances family-friendly flexibility with car-like driving manners. With clever storage, sliding doors and a bright, airy cabin it’s a smart choice for buyers who want sensible versatility without sacrificing everyday comfort — and it’s oddly enjoyable to drive for its size.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
27,300 - 41,900 £
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Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
116 - 119 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
11 - 164 g/km
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co2
140 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
Roadster
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,542 - 1,781 kg
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Curb weight
1,078 kg
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Trunk capacity
1,213 - 1,720 L
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Trunk capacity
130 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,735 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
563 - 818 kg
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Payload
152 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 150 HP
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Power HP
132 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.1 - 13.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
220 - 350 Nm
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Torque
152 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
75 - 110 kW
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Power kW
97 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Mazda
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