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Lexus LS vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?

Lexus LS vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster: Key differences

Lexus LS

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

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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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 Roadster is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 83,315 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Roadster uses 6.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus LS offers significantly more power – delivering 359 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 227 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus LS is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Lexus LS offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is substantially lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 1,267 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus LS offers clearly more boot space – 430 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 300 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LS carries substantially more – 455 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 303 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-5 Roadster 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 £29,000
MX-5 Roadster

Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 132 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 L/100km
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Lexus LS

The Lexus LS is a quietly opulent flagship that wraps cutting-edge tech in a calm, Zen-like cabin, turning gridlock into a spa appointment. Buyers after polished refinement and faultless build quality will love its hushed ride and diplomatic road manners, even if it never cries out for attention.

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The Mazda MX-5 is a featherweight, open-top sports car that turns ordinary roads into a grin-inducing playground thanks to razor-sharp steering and an engaging, tactile gearbox. It won’t swallow the weekly shopping or ski bags, but for anyone after pure driving fun and sun-on-your-face weekends, few cars match its sheer charm and value.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 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
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
216 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
130 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
152 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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
359 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 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
What drivetrain options does the Lexus LS have?

The Lexus LS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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