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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Genesis GV80?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Genesis GV80

  • clearly more power
  • visibly 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,020 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

GV80

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Genesis GV80 offers clearly more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 172 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV80 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.9 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers significantly more torque with 588 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 436 Nm more.

MX-5 Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Genesis GV80 offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 1,041 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV80 offers considerably more boot space – 735 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 608 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries clearly more – 690 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 524 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV80 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £59,400
GV80

Genesis GV80

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 304 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Genesis GV80

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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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Genesis GV80

The Genesis GV80 feels like a boutique hotel on wheels, with striking looks and an interior that wraps you in plush materials and thoughtful details. It pairs a serenely composed ride with clever tech, making it the kind of luxury SUV that lets you enjoy the good life without shouting about the badge.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Genesis GV80

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
140 g/km
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
-
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
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Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
166 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Genesis
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