Compare performance (132 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 41200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Mercedes C Class Sedan?
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 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Sedan costs 41200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10318 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C Class Sedan manages with 1.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Coupe with 6.20 L. The difference is about 4.60 L per 100 km.
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 Mercedes C Class Sedan has a convincingly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 548 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.60 s. That’s about 5.20 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C Class Sedan pulls clearly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 868 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Mercedes C Class Sedan offers significantly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is decisively lighter – 1114 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 581 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes C Class Sedan offers convincingly more room – 455 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 328 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes C Class Sedan clearly takes the win – 570 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 404 kg.
The Mercedes C Class Sedan 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.
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 C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.
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Price
30800 - 36200 £
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Price
41200 - 103100 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.20 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 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
11 - 117 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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co2
140 g/km
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co2
41 - 205 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1114 kg
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Curb weight
1695 - 2195 kg
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Trunk capacity
127 L
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Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
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Length
-
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Length
4751 - 4842 mm
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Width
1735 mm
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Width
1820 - 1900 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1438 - 1458 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
166 kg
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Payload
480 - 570 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
132 HP
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Power HP
183 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.60 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
230 - 280 km/h
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Torque
152 Nm
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Torque
250 - 1020 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
135 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 cm3
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Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 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
E, B, D, 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.