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Mazda CX-5 vs Lynk & Co 01 – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-5 or Lynk & Co 01?

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 CX-5 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £, while the Lynk & Co 01 costs 36900 £. That’s a price difference of around 6852 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lynk & Co 01 manages with 0.90 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 6.10 L per 100 km.

01 @ Lynk & Co / Geely Auto Group

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 Lynk & Co 01 has a clearly edge – offering 276 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lynk & Co 01 is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 7.70 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lynk & Co 01 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lynk & Co 01 pulls significantly stronger with 535 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 297 Nm difference.

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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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mazda CX-5 is slightly lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1935 kg. The difference is around 306 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers evident more room – 583 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 117 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs evident better – up to 2019 L, which is about 806 L more than the Lynk & Co 01.

Who wins the race?

The Lynk & Co 01 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Lynk & Co 01 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £36,900
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Lynk & Co 01

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 276 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.90 L
  • Electric Range : 75 km
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Mazda CX-5

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The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.

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Lynk & Co 01

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The Lynk & Co 01 marries bold, contemporary styling with a roomy, well-appointed cabin, striking a rare balance between fashionable flair and everyday practicality. With intuitive tech, flexible ownership ideas and a playful driving character, it’s the kind of crossover that turns heads at the lights and keeps owners grinning on the commute.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30000 - 39500 £
Price
36900 - 40300 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption L/100km
0.90 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 168 g/km
co2
20 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1629 - 1671 kg
Curb weight
1935 kg
Trunk capacity
583 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
4690 mm
Length
4545 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1694 mm
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Max trunk capacity
1213 L
Payload
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Payload
415 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
141 HP
Power HP
276 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.70 s
Max Speed
195 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
238 Nm
Torque
535 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
104 kW
Power kW
206 kW
Engine capacity
2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Lynk & Co

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What drivetrain options does the Mazda CX-5 have?

The Mazda CX-5 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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