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Lexus LM vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (206 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (109,700 £ vs 31,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LM or Mazda MX-5 Coupe?

Lexus LM vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe: Key differences

Lexus LM

  • clearly more power
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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is substantially cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 78,352 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Lexus LM with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

MX-5 Coupe

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 Lexus LM offers clearly more power – delivering 206 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 8.6 s, while the Lexus LM takes 8.7 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Lexus LM offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is substantially lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 1,231 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe offers slightly more boot space – 127 L compared to 110 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LM carries considerably more – 535 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 369 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-5 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.

from £31,400
MX-5 Coupe

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 132 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Lexus LM
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

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Lexus LM

The Lexus LM is a decadent, chauffeur-friendly people carrier that dresses up van practicality with yacht-like luxury and unmistakable Lexus polish. Inside it’s all about rear-seat pampering and serene refinement — perfect for buyers who want to arrive feeling like royalty, even if it’s not for the tightest budget or the smallest parking space.

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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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Lexus LM
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
109,700 - 131,900 £
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 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
160 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4 - 7
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Trunk capacity
110 L
Trunk capacity
127 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 535 kg
Payload
166 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
206 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
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Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
152 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mazda
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