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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Maserati MC20 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 630 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 235,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Maserati MC20 Roadster?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Maserati MC20 Roadster: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Maserati MC20 Roadster

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Maserati MC20 Roadster costs 235,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 204,193 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Maserati MC20 Roadster with 11.7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.5 L/100km.

MC20 Roadster

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 Maserati MC20 Roadster offers considerably more power – delivering 630 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 498 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati MC20 Roadster is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.9 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati MC20 Roadster delivers considerably more torque with 730 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 578 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 noticeably lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,534 kg. The difference is around 420 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe offers clearly more boot space – 127 L compared to 100 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati MC20 Roadster carries markedly more – 256 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-5 Coupe 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.

from £31,400
MX-5 Coupe

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 132 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Maserati MC20 Roadster

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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 MC20 Roadster

The Maserati MC20 Roadster is an open-top Italian exotic that pairs razor-sharp handling with a cathedral-like exhaust voice and sculpted, winglike bodywork that stops people in their tracks. It’s for buyers who want rarity and drama in a usable package — a car that looks like gallery art, sounds like a declaration and asks for a confident owner with a generous sense of adventure (and budget).

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Maserati MC20 Roadster

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
235,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
265 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,534 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
100 L
Length
-
Length
4,669 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,965 mm
Height
-
Height
1,224 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 kg
Payload
256 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
630 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
320 km/h
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
730 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
463 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
3,000 cm3

General

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