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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Lexus RC comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 82,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Lexus RC?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Lexus RC: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Lexus RC

  • significantly more power
  • considerably 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 significantly cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50,966 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 5.6 L/100km.

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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 Lexus RC offers significantly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 332 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers substantially more torque with 520 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 368 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: Lexus RC offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 601 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RC offers considerably more boot space – 366 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 239 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries clearly more – 535 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 369 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RC 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 £82,300
RC

Lexus RC

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 464 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 11.8 L/100km
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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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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
268 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
366 L
Length
-
Length
4,710 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
-
Height
1,390 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 kg
Payload
535 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
464 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
270 km/h
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
341 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Lexus
Is the Mazda MX-5 Coupe offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda MX-5 Coupe is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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