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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Peugeot Boxer comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 279 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 35,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Peugeot Boxer?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Peugeot Boxer: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • a bit cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Peugeot Boxer

  • significantly 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is a bit cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Peugeot Boxer costs 35,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,699 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Peugeot Boxer with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

Boxer

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 Peugeot Boxer offers significantly more power – delivering 279 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 147 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot Boxer delivers significantly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 298 Nm more.

MX-5 Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Peugeot Boxer offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is substantially lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 961 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Boxer carries considerably more – 2,080 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,914 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Boxer 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 £35,500
Boxer

Peugeot Boxer

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 120 - 279 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 26.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 424 km
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Peugeot Boxer

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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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Peugeot Boxer

The Peugeot Boxer wears its workmanlike practicality with a surprising amount of style, offering an interior that’s easy to live with for tradespeople and small businesses. It’s a sensible, no-nonsense choice if you need reliable load space and low running costs, with clever details that make daily life easier and an exterior that won’t embarrass when you arrive on site.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Peugeot Boxer

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 36,200 £
Price
35,500 - 57,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
424 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
140 g/km
co2
0 - 233 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
2
Seats
3 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
2,075 - 2,940 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,735 mm
Width
2,050 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 kg
Payload
560 - 2,080 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 - 279 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
320 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
88 - 205 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Peugeot
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