Compare performance (132 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 180,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Bentley Flying Spur?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mazda MX-5 Coupe is significantly cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Bentley Flying Spur costs 180,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 149,495 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Bentley Flying Spur uses 3.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Coupe with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.
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 Bentley Flying Spur offers significantly more power – delivering 550 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 418 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Flying Spur 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 Flying Spur delivers clearly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 618 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Bentley Flying Spur offers more seats – 4 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is significantly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 2,330 kg. The difference is around 1,216 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Bentley Flying Spur offers significantly more boot space – 420 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 293 L.
When it comes to payload, the Bentley Flying Spur carries substantially more – 650 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 484 kg.
The Bentley Flying Spur 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.
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.
detailsThe Bentley Flying Spur wraps landmark luxury and bespoke British craft into a sedan that feels like a private members' club you can park in your driveway. It delivers chauffeur-grade comfort wrapped in driver-focused poise, turning an ordinary commute into a memorably grand arrival.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
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Price
180,900 - 186,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 12.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
41 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
18 kWh
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co2
140 g/km
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co2
75 - 288 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
80 - 90 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
2
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,114 kg
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Curb weight
2,330 - 2,505 kg
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Trunk capacity
127 L
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Trunk capacity
420 L
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Length
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Length
5,316 mm
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Width
1,735 mm
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Width
2,013 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
166 kg
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Payload
525 - 650 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
132 HP
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Power HP
544 - 550 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 4.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
285 - 318 km/h
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Torque
152 Nm
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Torque
750 - 770 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
97 kW
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Power kW
400 - 404 kW
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Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,894 - 3,996 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Bentley
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