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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Mercedes EQS comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 80,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Mercedes EQS?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Mercedes EQS: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes EQS

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly 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:

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 Mercedes EQS costs 80,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50,068 £.

EQS

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 Mercedes EQS offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 453 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQS is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS 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.

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

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 2,550 kg. The difference is around 1,436 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers significantly more boot space – 610 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 483 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries clearly more – 570 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 404 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS 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.

from £80,900
EQS

Mercedes EQS

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 367 - 585 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 810 - 920 km
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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 EQS

The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.

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Mercedes EQS

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 36,200 £
Price
80,900 - 117,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
810 - 920 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
140 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
2,550 - 2,660 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
610 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,926 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
166 kg
Payload
545 - 570 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
367 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
505 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
270 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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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