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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs McLaren Super Series Roadster comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 750 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 274,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or McLaren Super Series Roadster?

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

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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McLaren Super Series Roadster

  • substantially more power
  • significantly 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:

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the McLaren Super Series Roadster costs 274,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 243,437 £.

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

Super Series Roadster

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 McLaren Super Series Roadster offers substantially 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 Roadster is significantly 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 Roadster delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 648 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 1,438 kg. The difference is around 324 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe offers significantly more boot space – 127 L compared to 58 L. That’s a difference of about 69 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-5 Coupe holds a decisive overall lead 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
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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 Roadster

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 36,200 £
Price
274,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
140 g/km
co2
276 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,438 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
58 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,735 mm
Width
2,161 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 kg
Payload
-

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
-
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
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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