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Jeep Wrangler vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (60800 £ vs 30800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Wrangler or Mazda MX-5 Coupe?

Jeep Wrangler vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe: Key differences

Jeep Wrangler

  • decisively more power
  • somewhat quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • decisively more trunk space

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • convincingly cheaper
  • convincingly more efficient
  • significantly lighter

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

Wrangler

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 Coupe has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £ , while the Jeep Wrangler costs 60800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29923 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda MX-5 Coupe manages with 6.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Jeep Wrangler with 11.10 L. The difference is about 4.90 L per 100 km.

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 Jeep Wrangler has a decisively edge – offering 272 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Wrangler is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.60 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Jeep Wrangler pulls decisively stronger with 400 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 248 Nm difference.

Wrangler

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: Jeep Wrangler offers decisively more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is significantly lighter – 1114 kg compared to 1938 kg. The difference is around 824 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Jeep Wrangler offers decisively more room – 533 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 406 L.

When it comes to payload, Jeep Wrangler convincingly takes the win – 556 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 390 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Wrangler sits 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.

Jeep Wrangler
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

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Wrangler

Jeep Wrangler

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 11.1 - 11.9 L

Jeep Wrangler

The Jeep Wrangler wears its go-anywhere attitude on its boxy shoulders, with exposed hinges, a removable top and a look that practically dares the tarmac to get in its way. Inside it’s simple and tough-minded, ready to swallow muddy boots and weekend gear, so if you crave honest off-road thrills rather than refined suburbia polish, the Wrangler is your unapologetic partner in adventure.

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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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Jeep Wrangler
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
60800 - 62500 £
Price
30800 - 36200 £
Consumption L/100km
11.1 - 11.9 L
Consumption L/100km
6.20 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
250 - 269 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1938 - 2028 kg
Curb weight
1114 kg
Trunk capacity
533 L
Trunk capacity
127 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1894 mm
Width
1735 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
546 - 556 kg
Payload
166 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
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
272 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.60 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.60 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
400 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
200 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
1995 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Jeep
Brand
Mazda
What drive types are available for the Jeep Wrangler?

The Jeep Wrangler is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.