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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Peugeot Traveller comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 34,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Peugeot Traveller?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Peugeot Traveller: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • somewhat cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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Peugeot Traveller

  • clearly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is somewhat cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Peugeot Traveller costs 34,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,463 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Peugeot Traveller with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Traveller

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 Peugeot Traveller offers clearly 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 visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.6 s, while the Peugeot Traveller takes 10.6 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot Traveller delivers substantially more torque with 400 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 248 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 Traveller offers more seats – 8 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is considerably lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 839 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Traveller carries significantly more – 883 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 717 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Traveller 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 £34,800
Traveller

Peugeot Traveller

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7 - 7.1 L/100km
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Peugeot Traveller

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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 Traveller

The Peugeot Traveller is a roomy, refined people‑carrier that dresses up everyday practicality with an unexpectedly classy interior. Perfect for family getaways or executive shuttles, it pairs flexible seating and clever storage with a calm, composed ride — useful, sensible, and quietly likeable.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Peugeot Traveller

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
34,800 - 42,200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
140 g/km
co2
183 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2
Seats
8
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 1,986 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 kg
Payload
877 - 883 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
180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
132 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Peugeot
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