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Isuzu D-Max vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Isuzu D-Max or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?

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

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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 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28400 £, while the Isuzu D-Max costs 34300 £. That’s a price difference of around 5829 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda MX-5 Roadster manages with 6.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Isuzu D-Max with 8.70 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Isuzu D-Max has a to a small extent edge – offering 163 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 31 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Roadster is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Isuzu D-Max takes 12.60 s. That’s about 4.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda MX-5 Roadster performs a bit better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Isuzu D-Max tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Isuzu D-Max pulls significantly stronger with 360 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 208 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Isuzu D-Max offers convincingly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is significantly lighter – 1078 kg compared to 1905 kg. The difference is around 827 kg.

When it comes to payload, Isuzu D-Max clearly takes the win – 1095 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 943 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Isuzu D-Max proves to be wins solidly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Isuzu D-Max is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Isuzu D-Max

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.7 - 9 L
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Isuzu D-Max

The Isuzu D-Max wears its workhorse credentials with quiet confidence, delivering rugged practicality and a cabin that keeps things simple and sensible. If you want a dependable truck that gets on with the job without fuss—and even manages a bit of comfort on the road—the D-Max is a smart, no-nonsense pick.

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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

The Mazda MX-5 Roadster offers a quintessential open-top driving experience, blending elegance and performance seamlessly. Its lightweight structure enhances agility, making every winding road a joy to navigate. With a classic design and a focus on driver engagement, it continues to capture the hearts of motoring enthusiasts.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34300 - 50100 £
Price
28400 - 33800 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
6.20 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
228 - 235 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
76 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
2
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
2
Curb weight
1905 - 2110 kg
Curb weight
1078 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
130 L
Length
5280 - 5320 mm
Length
3915 mm
Width
1810 - 1870 mm
Width
1735 mm
Height
1770 - 1790 mm
Height
1225 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
990 - 1095 kg
Payload
152 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.60 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.30 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
204 km/h
Torque
360 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
1898 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Isuzu
Brand
Mazda

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Is the Isuzu D-Max offered with different drivetrains?

The Isuzu D-Max is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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