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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (39,000 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 6 or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?

Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 6

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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • visibly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

IONIQ 6

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda MX-5 Roadster is visibly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 6 costs 39,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,080 £.

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 Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers considerably more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 518 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 6 delivers substantially more torque with 770 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 618 Nm more.

IONIQ 6

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: Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is clearly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,892 kg. The difference is around 814 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers significantly more boot space – 401 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 271 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 carries significantly more – 438 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 286 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 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.

from £39,000
IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 487 - 680 km
Hyundai IONIQ 6
Mazda MX-5 Roadster

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Hyundai IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 6
Mazda MX-5 Roadster

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,000 - 65,100 £
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
487 - 680 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,892 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Trunk capacity
371 - 401 L
Trunk capacity
130 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
386 - 438 kg
Payload
152 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mazda
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