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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Vauxhall Rocks Electric comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 6,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Vauxhall Rocks Electric?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Vauxhall Rocks Electric: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • considerably more power
  • considerably more trunk space
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Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly 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 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.

Vauxhall Rocks Electric is considerably cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe costs 31,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,514 £.

Rocks Electric

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 Mazda MX-5 Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 132 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 124 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe delivers clearly more torque with 152 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 112 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, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is clearly lighter – 558 kg compared to 1,114 kg. The difference is around 556 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe offers considerably more boot space – 127 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe carries slightly more – 166 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Rocks Electric holds a decisive 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 £6,800
Rocks Electric

Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
  • Electric Range 75 km
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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
6,800 - 7,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
75 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
2
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
558 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
63 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,388 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
142 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
40 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
6 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
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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