VS

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Nissan Primastar Bus comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 45,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Nissan Primastar Bus?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Nissan Primastar Bus: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • clearly cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • substantially lighter
details

Nissan Primastar Bus

  • visibly more power
details

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 45,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,967 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

Primastar Bus

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 Nissan Primastar Bus offers visibly more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Primastar Bus delivers substantially more torque with 380 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 228 Nm more.

MX-5 Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Nissan Primastar Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is substantially lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 2,043 kg. The difference is around 929 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Bus carries clearly more – 1,002 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 836 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Primastar Bus is far ahead 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.

from £45,300
Primastar Bus

Nissan Primastar Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 L/100km
details

Frequently compared as well

Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Morgan Plus Four
VS
Mazda MX-5 Coupe and Morgan Plus Four go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the Mazda MX-5 Coupe …
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Mazda MX-5 Roadster
VS
Mazda MX-5 Coupe and Mazda MX-5 Roadster go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the Mazda MX-5 …
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Nissan Primastar Bus

Costs and Consumption
View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance
View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body
View detailed analysis

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.

details
2023_mazda_mx-5_portugal_act_003_highres
2023_mazda_mx-5_portugal_act_001_highres

Reviews Mazda MX-5 Coupe

No reviews yet. Share your experience and help others decide.

Nissan Primastar Bus

The Nissan Primastar is a sensible people-mover that puts practicality and flexible seating ahead of flash, making it the go-to for tradespeople, shuttle duties or large families who need space without fuss. It’s unpretentious on the road and easy to live with — not the car to win style points, but the one that earns them every time you need to load up and go.

details
serpimg_QqZ7qg

Reviews Nissan Primastar Bus

No reviews yet. Share your experience and help others decide.

Frequently compared as well

Mercedes Vito Bus
Nissan Primastar Bus
VS
Mercedes Vito Bus and Nissan Primastar Bus go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the Mercedes …
Ford Tourneo Custom
Nissan Primastar Bus
VS
Ford Tourneo Custom and Nissan Primastar Bus go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the Ford …
Honda Civic
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
VS
Honda Civic and Mazda MX-5 Coupe go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the Honda Civic or the …
Jeep Avenger
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
VS
Jeep Avenger and Mazda MX-5 Coupe go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the Jeep Avenger or the …
Ford Kuga
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
VS
Ford Kuga and Mazda MX-5 Coupe go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the Ford Kuga or the Mazda …
Honda HR-V
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
VS
Honda HR-V and Mazda MX-5 Coupe go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the Honda HR-V or the …
Mazda 3 Hatchback
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
VS
Mazda 3 Hatchback and Mazda MX-5 Coupe go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the Mazda 3 …
Mazda 3 Sedan
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
VS
Mazda 3 Sedan and Mazda MX-5 Coupe go head-to-head: compare performance, space, features and price in one quick overview to see which model suits your daily driving, budget and lifestyle better. A clear, side-by-side look helps you make the smarter choice. || Unsure whether the Mazda 3 Sedan or …
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Nissan Primastar Bus

Costs and Consumption
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
45,300 - 50,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
181 - 182 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2
Seats
9
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
2,043 - 2,117 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 kg
Payload
953 - 1,002 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Nissan
Is the Mazda MX-5 Coupe offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda MX-5 Coupe is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.