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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Maxus T90 EV comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 56,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Maxus T90 EV?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Maxus T90 EV: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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Maxus T90 EV

  • markedly more power
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is significantly cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Maxus T90 EV costs 56,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,727 £.

T90 EV

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Maxus T90 EV offers markedly more power – delivering 177 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 8.6 s, while the Maxus T90 EV takes 12.3 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maxus T90 EV delivers considerably more torque with 310 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 158 Nm more.

MX-5 Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Maxus T90 EV offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is substantially lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 2,375 kg. The difference is around 1,261 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Maxus T90 EV carries clearly more – 925 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 759 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Maxus T90 EV is far ahead 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.

£56,089
T90 EV

Maxus T90 EV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 177 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 26.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 330 km
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Maxus T90 EV

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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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Maxus T90 EV

The Maxus T90 EV arrives as a rugged electric pickup that blends practical utility with surprising refinement, ideal for buyers who want a capable workhorse without diesel fumes. Inside it feels modern and well thought out, while the electric powertrain delivers instant shove and a composed ride that proves going electric doesn't mean losing muscle or character.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Maxus T90 EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
56,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
26.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
330 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
140 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
2,375 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 kg
Payload
925 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
130 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Maxus
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