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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs McLaren GT Series comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 175,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or McLaren GT Series?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs McLaren GT Series: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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McLaren GT Series

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

MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is significantly cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the McLaren GT Series costs 175,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 144,352 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the McLaren GT Series with 11.9 L/100km. The difference is about 5.7 L/100km.

GT Series

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 McLaren GT Series offers substantially more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 503 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren GT Series is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren GT Series delivers considerably more torque with 630 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 478 Nm more.

MX-5 Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is markedly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,520 kg. The difference is around 406 kg.

Looking at boot space, the McLaren GT Series offers clearly more boot space – 420 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 293 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-5 Coupe 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 £31,400
MX-5 Coupe

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manual
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 132 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 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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The McLaren GT takes the supercar blueprint and stretches it into a grand tourer, marrying thrilling pace with genuine long-distance comfort and a cabin that’s actually liveable. If you crave weekend escape capability without surrendering driver engagement, this is the car to consider — though it does attract a fair share of admiring glances.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
McLaren GT Series

Costs and Consumption
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
175,700 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.9 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
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
270 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,520 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
420 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,735 mm
Width
2,045 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
166 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual
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
635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
467 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
3,994 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
McLaren
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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