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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Lotus Emira?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Lotus Emira

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is substantially cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52,209 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lotus Emira with 9.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

Emira

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 Lotus Emira offers clearly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 274 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers clearly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 328 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 markedly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,521 kg. The difference is around 407 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Emira offers a bit more boot space – 151 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emira carries visibly more – 230 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Emira 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 £83,600
Emira

Lotus Emira

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manual
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 365 - 406 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 9.2 - 11.3 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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Lotus Emira

The Lotus Emira is a supremely alive sports coupe that blends razor‑sharp handling with enough everyday comfort to make it usable beyond the track. It looks gorgeous, sounds eager and delivers a focused, smile-inducing drive that will seduce enthusiasts and tempt sensible buyers alike.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 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
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Battery Capacity
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co2
140 g/km
co2
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
166 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Lotus
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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