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Hyundai Bayon vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (20,500 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Bayon or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?

Hyundai Bayon vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster: Key differences

Hyundai Bayon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space
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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

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

Bayon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai Bayon is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,500 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster costs 29,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,477 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Bayon uses 5.8 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 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 90 HP. That’s roughly 42 HP more horsepower.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Bayon delivers slightly more torque with 172 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Bayon

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Hyundai Bayon offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is very slightly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,175 kg. The difference is around 97 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Bayon offers substantially more boot space – 411 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 281 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Bayon carries significantly more – 460 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 308 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Bayon is clearly superior 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.

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Bayon

Hyundai Bayon

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 90 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.8 L/100km
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The Hyundai Bayon slips neatly between city runabout and small SUV, offering surprising practicality and a fresh, confident design that stands out in urban traffic. It's an easy buy for shoppers who want smart packaging, tidy handling and a dash of personality without fuss — a sensible little crossover that makes everyday driving a bit more enjoyable.

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Reviews Hyundai Bayon

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Janusz
29 Apr 2026, 09:15:55

Definitely the Hyundai Bayon — the most important thing is the simply designed 1.2 MPI four-cylinder engine, 84 hp, adapted for LPG and cheap to repair, beautiful looks, a five-year warranty, cheaper to buy, and performance completely sufficient for a senior. A four-cylinder engine runs smoother and is better refined. I will buy this car in December 2026 at the Hyundai dealership in Toruń.

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André CGARLIER
20 Jan 2026, 19:35:46

I bought the HUNDAY BAYON one month ago.
600 km later, first small problem — the gauge stopped working.
I have an appointment set for 15 days from now. That said, it’s a real pleasure to drive: very smooth, lively acceleration, comfortable and perfect visibility. 800 km on the clock, but I’ve noticed city fuel consumption is much higher than advertised — 9.7 litres/100 km, mostly urban driving.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,500 - 26,200 £
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.8 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
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
130 - 132 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,200 kg
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Trunk capacity
411 L
Trunk capacity
130 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 - 460 kg
Payload
152 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
172 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mazda
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Bayon?

The Hyundai Bayon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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