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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Jeep Wrangler comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 60,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Jeep Wrangler?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Jeep Wrangler: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Jeep Wrangler

  • substantially more power
  • somewhat 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 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 30,800 £ , while the Jeep Wrangler costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,923 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Jeep Wrangler with 11.1 L/100km. The difference is about 4.9 L/100km.

Wrangler

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 Jeep Wrangler offers substantially more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 140 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Wrangler is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Wrangler delivers significantly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 248 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.

Seats: Jeep Wrangler offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,938 kg. The difference is around 824 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jeep Wrangler offers clearly more boot space – 533 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 406 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Wrangler carries clearly more – 556 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 390 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Wrangler is clearly superior 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.

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Wrangler

Jeep Wrangler

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 11.1 - 11.9 L/100km
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Jeep Wrangler

Costs and Consumption

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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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Jeep Wrangler

The Jeep Wrangler wears its go-anywhere attitude on its boxy shoulders, with exposed hinges, a removable top and a look that practically dares the tarmac to get in its way. Inside it’s simple and tough-minded, ready to swallow muddy boots and weekend gear, so if you crave honest off-road thrills rather than refined suburbia polish, the Wrangler is your unapologetic partner in adventure.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Jeep Wrangler

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 36,200 £
Price
60,800 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.1 - 11.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
250 - 269 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,938 - 2,028 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
533 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 kg
Payload
546 - 556 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
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 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Jeep
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