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Hyundai Staria vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (42,400 £ vs 31,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Staria or Mazda MX-5 Coupe?

Hyundai Staria vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe: Key differences

Hyundai Staria

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more trunk space
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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Staria

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 Coupe is markedly cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Hyundai Staria costs 42,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,066 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hyundai Staria with 7.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

MX-5 Coupe

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 Staria offers substantially more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 93 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.6 s, while the Hyundai Staria takes 10.2 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Staria delivers significantly more torque with 367 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 215 Nm more.

Staria

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 Staria offers more seats – 9 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is considerably lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 2,275 kg. The difference is around 1,161 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Staria offers substantially more boot space – 831 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 704 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Staria carries substantially more – 775 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 609 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Staria 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 £42,400
Staria

Hyundai Staria

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Hyundai Staria
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

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Hyundai Staria

Hyundai Staria looks like a friendly spaceship, its sweeping glass and soft edges turning a people‑mover into a design statement that actually gets noticed. Inside it's airy and practical — perfect for families or anyone who likes travelling in comfort and style, with enough flexibility to swallow luggage and weekend plans without drama.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

The Mazda MX-5 is a delightfully pure driver's car, wrapped in a compact package and tuned to make steering inputs feel like a conversation rather than a chore. It won’t overwhelm you with gadgetry, but what it delivers—nimble handling, instant feedback and an honest grin every time you drive—makes it a brilliant choice for anyone who values fun over flash.

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Hyundai Staria
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,400 - 50,500 £
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7.6 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
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
172 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
7 - 9
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,275 - 2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Trunk capacity
117 - 831 L
Trunk capacity
127 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,997 mm
Width
1,735 mm
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
605 - 775 kg
Payload
166 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manual
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
225 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
367 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
165 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mazda
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