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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Morgan Plus Four comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 65,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Morgan Plus Four?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Morgan Plus Four: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • significantly more trunk space
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Morgan Plus Four

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Morgan Plus Four costs 65,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,066 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Morgan Plus Four with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Plus Four

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 Morgan Plus Four offers substantially more power – delivering 258 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 126 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Morgan Plus Four is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Morgan Plus Four delivers considerably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 248 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Morgan Plus Four is slightly lighter – 1,009 kg compared to 1,114 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe offers significantly more boot space – 127 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 127 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Morgan Plus Four holds a narrow 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.

from £65,900
Plus Four

Morgan Plus Four

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 258 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7 - 7.3 L/100km
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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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Morgan Plus Four

The Morgan Plus Four is a charming, hand-built roadster that marries classic coachbuilt style with surprisingly sure-footed modern manners, ideal for buyers who want personality over anonymity. Its open-top theatrics and tactile controls turn every country lane into a small celebration, and while it isn’t for fans of bland practicality, it rewards enthusiasts with pure, unfiltered driving delight.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Morgan Plus Four

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 36,200 £
Price
65,900 - 68,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
159 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,009 - 1,013 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,650 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
166 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
350 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
190 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Morgan
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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