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Hyundai Santa Fe vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (51,700 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Santa Fe or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?
Hyundai Santa Fe vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Santa Fe
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 substantially cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Hyundai Santa Fe costs 51,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,766 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Santa Fe uses 3.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 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 Hyundai Santa Fe offers substantially more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Santa Fe is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Santa Fe delivers substantially more torque with 380 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 228 Nm more.
Santa Fe
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Hyundai Santa Fe offers more seats – 7 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is considerably lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,920 kg. The difference is around 842 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Santa Fe offers significantly more boot space – 704 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 574 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Santa Fe carries considerably more – 665 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 513 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Hyundai Santa Fe stands well ahead of its rival 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 £51,700
Hyundai Santa Fe
Hyundai Santa Fe
Mazda MX-5 Roadster
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Hyundai Santa Fe
The Hyundai Santa Fe blends practical family friendliness with a hint of premium style, offering roomy, sensible packaging wrapped in modern, confident design. Inside it serves up comfortable seats, straightforward tech and a calm, composed ride that makes daily drives feel a little more grown up — a solid all‑rounder that doesn’t try to be flashy.
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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 Santa Fe
Mazda MX-5 Roadster
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
51,700 - 59,100 £
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Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 7.2 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
54 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
90 - 162 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
SUV
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Body Type
Roadster
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,920 - 2,165 kg
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Curb weight
1,078 kg
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Trunk capacity
621 - 704 L
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Trunk capacity
130 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 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
560 - 665 kg
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Payload
152 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manual
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Transmission Detail
Automatic 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
239 - 288 HP
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Power HP
132 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.2 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
380 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
176 - 212 kW
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Power kW
97 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Mazda
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