Compare performance (132 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 32300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Mercedes A Class?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mazda MX-5 Coupe has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1414 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Coupe with 6.20 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.
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 Mercedes A Class has a convincingly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 188 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.60 s. That’s about 3.90 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A Class pulls significantly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 298 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes A Class offers convincingly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is distinct lighter – 1114 kg compared to 1440 kg. The difference is around 326 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes A Class offers significantly more room – 350 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 223 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes A Class decisively takes the win – 485 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 319 kg.
The Mercedes A Class 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.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
30800 - 36200 £
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Price
32300 - 55600 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.20 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
85 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
140 g/km
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co2
53 - 188 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1114 kg
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Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
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Trunk capacity
127 L
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Length
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Length
4428 - 4447 mm
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Width
1735 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1407 - 1423 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
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Payload
166 kg
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Payload
475 - 485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
132 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.60 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
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Torque
152 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
97 kW
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Mazda MX-5 Coupe is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.