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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Mitsubishi ASX comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Mitsubishi ASX?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Mitsubishi ASX: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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Mitsubishi ASX

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mitsubishi ASX is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,428 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi ASX uses 4.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Coupe with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

ASX

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 Mitsubishi ASX offers a bit more power – delivering 158 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.6 s, while the Mitsubishi ASX takes 8.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mitsubishi ASX delivers visibly more torque with 245 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 93 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.

Seats: Mitsubishi ASX offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is slightly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,296 kg. The difference is around 182 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi ASX offers substantially more boot space – 484 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 357 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi ASX carries clearly more – 445 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 279 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi ASX is clearly superior overall 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.

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ASX

Mitsubishi ASX

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 6 L/100km
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Mitsubishi ASX

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Mitsubishi ASX

The Mitsubishi ASX is a compact crossover that mixes practicality with a no-nonsense personality, making it an easy choice for buyers who want sensible space without the showroom theatrics. It won't set your pulse racing, but its composed ride and user-friendly kit make it a dependable companion for daily errands and weekend escapes — reliable rather than flashy.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Mitsubishi ASX

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 36,200 £
Price
21,400 - 32,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
140 g/km
co2
99 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,493 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 484 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
166 kg
Payload
397 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
190 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Mitsubishi
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