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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Mercedes EQB comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Mercedes EQB?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Mercedes EQB: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Mercedes EQB

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  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Mercedes EQB costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,507 £.

EQB

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 Mercedes EQB offers clearly more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 160 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQB is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQB delivers clearly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 368 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.

Seats: Mercedes EQB offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is substantially lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 2,105 kg. The difference is around 991 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQB offers significantly more boot space – 495 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 368 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQB carries substantially more – 435 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 269 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQB 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 £45,900
EQB

Mercedes EQB

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 292 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 468 - 535 km
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Mercedes EQB

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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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Mercedes EQB

The Mercedes EQB is an electric compact SUV that dresses Mercedes' premium feel in practical clothing, with flexible seating and a serene, composed ride that turns everyday errands into a small luxury. It won't thrill the enthusiast, but for buyers who want a smart, spacious and well-made EV with tasteful tech and real-world usability, the EQB is a sensible, slightly buttoned-up choice that impresses without shouting.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Mercedes EQB

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
45,900 - 58,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
468 - 535 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
co2
140 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
2,105 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
495 L
Length
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Length
4,684 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Height
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Height
1,654 - 1,689 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,710 L
Payload
166 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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