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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Bentley Continental Convertible comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 549 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 212,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Bentley Continental Convertible?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Bentley Continental Convertible: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Bentley Continental Convertible

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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 considerably cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Bentley Continental Convertible costs 212,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 180,866 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Bentley Continental Convertible with 12.1 L/100km. The difference is about 5.9 L/100km.

Continental Convertible

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 Bentley Continental Convertible offers considerably more power – delivering 549 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 417 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Continental Convertible is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Bentley Continental Convertible delivers considerably more torque with 770 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 618 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: Bentley Continental Convertible offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 2,335 kg. The difference is around 1,221 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Bentley Continental Convertible offers clearly more boot space – 235 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 108 L.

When it comes to payload, the Bentley Continental Convertible carries clearly more – 465 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 299 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-5 Coupe holds a decisive overall lead 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
Bentley Continental Convertible

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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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Bentley Continental Convertible

The Bentley Continental GTC is the ultimate cruising companion, wrapping you in hand-stitched leather and hushed luxury while the roof folds away for sun-drenched grand tours. It’s impossibly accomplished — poised and surprisingly playful for its size — delivering an effortless presence that turns every motorway into a first-class runway.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Bentley Continental Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
212,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
275 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
2,335 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
235 L
Length
-
Length
4,850 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,964 mm
Height
-
Height
1,399 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 kg
Payload
465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
549 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
318 km/h
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
404 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2019
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Bentley
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