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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs McLaren Super Series Coupe comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 750 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 257,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or McLaren Super Series Coupe?

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

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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McLaren Super Series Coupe

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 30,800 £ , while the McLaren Super Series Coupe costs 257,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 226,294 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the McLaren Super Series Coupe with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 6 L/100km.

Super Series Coupe

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 McLaren Super Series Coupe offers significantly more power – delivering 750 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 618 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Super Series Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 5.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Super Series Coupe delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 648 Nm more.

MX-5 Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is noticeably lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,389 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.

Looking at boot space, the McLaren Super Series Coupe offers visibly more boot space – 210 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 83 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-5 Coupe 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 £30,800
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
McLaren Super Series Coupe

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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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McLaren Super Series Coupe

The McLaren Super Series Coupe is a breathtaking balance of surgical precision and theatrical flair, wrapping dramatic aero and lightweight engineering in a surprisingly refined road-going package. Behind the wheel it behaves like a race car with good manners — savage thrust and razor-sharp handling handed to the driver with enough composure for spirited weekend runs and the occasional grocery trip.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
McLaren Super Series Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 36,200 £
Price
257,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
276 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,389 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
210 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,735 mm
Width
2,161 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
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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
750 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
552 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
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