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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Vauxhall Combo Cargo comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 27,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Vauxhall Combo Cargo?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Vauxhall Combo Cargo: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

  • somewhat cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
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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.

Vauxhall Combo Cargo is somewhat cheaper – starting at 27,100 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe costs 31,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,230 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Combo Cargo uses 5.2 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Coupe with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

Combo Cargo

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 Vauxhall Combo Cargo offers only slightly more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.6 s, while the Vauxhall Combo Cargo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Combo Cargo delivers substantially more torque with 300 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 148 Nm more.

MX-5 Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is noticeably lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,371 kg. The difference is around 257 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo carries substantially more – 781 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 615 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Combo Cargo 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 £27,100
Combo Cargo

Vauxhall Combo Cargo

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 354 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
27,100 - 34,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
354 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
140 g/km
co2
0 - 143 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,674 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 kg
Payload
645 - 781 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Vauxhall
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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