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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Vauxhall Vivaro comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 33,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Vauxhall Vivaro?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Vauxhall Vivaro: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • barely cheaper
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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Vauxhall Vivaro

  • visibly more power
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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.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is barely cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Vauxhall Vivaro costs 33,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,839 £.

Both cars consume an average of 6.2 L/100km – no difference here.

Vivaro

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 Vivaro offers visibly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 48 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 Vivaro takes 10.6 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Vivaro delivers significantly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 248 Nm more.

MX-5 Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Vauxhall Vivaro offers more seats – 9 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is considerably lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,722 kg. The difference is around 608 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Vivaro carries significantly more – 1,226 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,060 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Vivaro 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.

from £33,200
Vivaro

Vauxhall Vivaro

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 120 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 222 - 350 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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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Vauxhall Vivaro

Costs and Consumption
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
33,200 - 45,700 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.7 - 23.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
222 - 350 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
140 g/km
co2
0 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Cargo Van, Bus
Seats
2
Seats
3 - 9
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,722 - 2,241 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 kg
Payload
872 - 1,226 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
120 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 14.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
88 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, 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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