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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Porsche 911 Convertible - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (132 HP vs 711 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 122400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Porsche 911 Convertible?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

Porsche 911 Convertible

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 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £ , while the Porsche 911 Convertible costs 122400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 91552 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda MX-5 Coupe manages with 6.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Porsche 911 Convertible with 10.30 L. The difference is about 4.10 L per 100 km.

MX-5 Coupe

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 Porsche 911 Convertible has a decisively edge – offering 711 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 579 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche 911 Convertible is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.60 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.60 s. That’s about 6 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche 911 Convertible pulls convincingly stronger with 800 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 648 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Porsche 911 Convertible offers decisively more seating capacity – 4 vs 2.

In curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is significantly lighter – 1114 kg compared to 1655 kg. The difference is around 541 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche 911 Convertible offers clearly perceptible more room – 163 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 36 L.

When it comes to payload, Porsche 911 Convertible significantly takes the win – 345 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 179 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche 911 Convertible is decisively ahead 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.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Porsche 911 Convertible

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Porsche 911 Convertible

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 394 - 711 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 10.3 - 11.7 L

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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Porsche 911 Convertible

The Porsche 911 Cabriolet transforms the iconic silhouette into an open‑air weapon, offering roof-down glamour and razor-sharp handling that still feels perfectly composed on normal roads. It’s the kind of car that serves daily duties with surprising ease while delivering intoxicating engine music and a grin factor that makes every trip feel like a small victory.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Porsche 911 Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
30800 - 36200 £
Price
122400 - 244500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.20 L
Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 11.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
234 - 265 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
63 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1114 kg
Curb weight
1655 - 1900 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
163 L
Length
-
Length
4542 - 4553 mm
Width
1735 mm
Width
1852 - 1900 mm
Height
-
Height
1292 - 1302 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 kg
Payload
275 - 345 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
394 - 711 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.60 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.6 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
291 - 322 km/h
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
450 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
290 - 523 kW
Engine capacity
1496 cm3
Engine capacity
2981 - 3591 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Porsche
What drivetrain options does the Mazda MX-5 Coupe have?

The Mazda MX-5 Coupe is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.