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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Ferrari 296 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 880 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 348,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Ferrari 296 Coupe?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Ferrari 296 Coupe: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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Ferrari 296 Coupe

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Ferrari 296 Coupe costs 348,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 317,495 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ferrari 296 Coupe with 8.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

296 Coupe

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 Ferrari 296 Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 880 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 748 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ferrari 296 Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 5.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ferrari 296 Coupe delivers substantially more torque with 755 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 603 Nm more.

MX-5 Coupe

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 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is considerably lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,670 kg. The difference is around 556 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ferrari 296 Coupe carries noticeably more – 225 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.

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
Ferrari 296 Coupe

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Ferrari 296 Coupe

Slip behind the wheel of the Ferrari 296 GTB and you get a compact supercar that turns everyday roads into a racetrack with intoxicating urgency and razor-sharp poise. It's the perfect choice for drivers who want headline-grabbing performance and Ferrari drama without the showroom theatrics, all wrapped in stunning Italian design.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Ferrari 296 Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
348,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
15 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,670 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,958 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 kg
Payload
225 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
880 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
755 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
648 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
2,992 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Ferrari
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