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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Ferrari Roma Coupe comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 620 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 181,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Ferrari Roma Coupe?

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

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Ferrari Roma Coupe

  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Ferrari Roma Coupe costs 181,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 150,992 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ferrari Roma Coupe with 10.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

MX-5 Coupe

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 Ferrari Roma Coupe offers significantly more power – delivering 620 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 488 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ferrari Roma Coupe is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ferrari Roma Coupe delivers clearly more torque with 760 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 608 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Ferrari Roma Coupe offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 456 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ferrari Roma Coupe offers considerably more boot space – 272 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 145 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-5 Coupe is clearly ahead overall 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 £30,800
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 Roma Coupe

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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 Roma Coupe

The Ferrari Roma wears its elegance like a perfectly tailored suit, blending sleek Italian lines with surprising everyday usability that makes it as at home on a city street as on a winding coastal road. Behind that beguiling smile is a driver-focused character that promises thrilling responses and effortless charm, so if you want looks, luxury, and a bit of naughty performance without shouting about it, the Roma is your quiet showstopper.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Ferrari Roma Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 36,200 £
Price
181,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
10.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
234 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,570 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
272 L
Length
-
Length
4,656 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,974 mm
Height
-
Height
1,301 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 kg
Payload
-

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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
620 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
320 km/h
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
760 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
456 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
3,855 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Ferrari
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