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Lexus LC Coupe vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (105,400 £ vs 28,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LC Coupe or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?

Lexus LC Coupe vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster: Key differences

Lexus LC Coupe

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

  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

MX-5 Roadster

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 28,400 £ , while the Lexus LC Coupe costs 105,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 76,937 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Roadster uses 6.2 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Lexus LC Coupe with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 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 Lexus LC Coupe offers substantially more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 332 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LC Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus LC Coupe delivers clearly more torque with 530 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 378 Nm more.

MX-5 Roadster

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: Lexus LC Coupe offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is substantially lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 852 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus LC Coupe offers visibly more boot space – 197 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 67 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LC Coupe carries considerably more – 465 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 313 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus LC Coupe 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.

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Lexus LC Coupe

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 359 - 464 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.1 - 11.6 L/100km
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Lexus LC Coupe

The Lexus LC is a striking grand tourer that fuses Japanese craftsmanship with theatrical styling; slipping into its cockpit feels like being handed a bespoke suit—polished, dramatic and effortlessly comfortable. It prefers to seduce rather than shout, delivering a serene yet engaging drive for buyers who want presence and refinement without supercar fuss.

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Lexus LC Coupe
Mazda MX-5 Roadster

Costs and Consumption
Price
105,400 - 114,900 £
Price
28,400 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
8.1 - 11.6 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
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
184 - 262 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,930 - 1,980 kg
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Trunk capacity
172 - 197 L
Trunk capacity
130 L
Length
4,770 mm
Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
1,345 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 465 kg
Payload
152 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 - 464 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
250 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
530 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
264 - 341 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 - 4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mazda
Is the Lexus LC Coupe offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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