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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Maserati Grecale comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 71,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Maserati Grecale?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Maserati Grecale: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Maserati Grecale

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  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly 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 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 Maserati Grecale costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,219 £.

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

Grecale

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 Maserati Grecale offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 398 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati Grecale is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati Grecale delivers considerably more torque with 620 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 468 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: Maserati Grecale offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,870 kg. The difference is around 756 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Maserati Grecale offers significantly more boot space – 535 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 408 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati Grecale carries significantly more – 690 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 524 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Maserati Grecale 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 £71,600
Grecale

Maserati Grecale

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 301 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.8 - 11.2 L/100km
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Maserati Grecale

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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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Maserati Grecale

The Maserati Grecale blends Italian flair with everyday usability, delivering a lively driving character wrapped in a surprisingly polished cabin. It's a compelling choice for buyers who want exotic looks and engaging driving without the fuss of a supercar, and it even manages to feel at home on the school run as well as on a spirited backroad.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Maserati Grecale

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
71,600 - 107,400 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
140 g/km
co2
199 - 254 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,870 - 2,027 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
535 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,948 - 1,979 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
166 kg
Payload
643 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manual
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
301 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
450 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
221 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 3,000 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Maserati
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