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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Aston Martin DB12 comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 192,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Aston Martin DB12?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Aston Martin DB12: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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Aston Martin DB12

  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 161,495 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 6 L/100km.

DB12

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 Aston Martin DB12 offers significantly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 548 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DB12 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 648 Nm more.

MX-5 Coupe

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: Aston Martin DB12 offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is considerably lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,788 kg. The difference is around 674 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Aston Martin DB12 offers substantially more boot space – 262 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-5 Coupe is decisively ahead 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
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Aston Martin DB12

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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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Aston Martin DB12

The Aston Martin DB12 is a gorgeously styled grand tourer that fuses beguiling elegance with a fiercely driver-focused personality while wrapping occupants in luxury. If you want a car that turns heads on the street and makes long journeys feel like an event, the DB12 provides effortless poise and an intoxicating soundtrack—perfect for buyers who prefer their drama tailored rather than shouty.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Aston Martin DB12

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.2 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
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
276 - 278 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
166 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
500 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Aston Martin
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