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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Porsche Boxster comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Porsche Boxster?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Porsche Boxster: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space

Porsche Boxster

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Porsche Boxster costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 105,180 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Porsche Boxster with 12.7 L/100km. The difference is about 6.5 L/100km.

Boxster

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 Boxster offers considerably more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 368 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Boxster is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Boxster delivers clearly 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?

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,485 kg. The difference is around 371 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe offers very slightly more boot space – 127 L compared to 122 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Boxster carries clearly more – 270 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 104 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-5 Coupe 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 £30,800
MX-5 Coupe

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 132 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.2 L/100km
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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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The Porsche Boxster epitomizes the essence of a pure, open-top driving experience with its mid-engine roadster design. Known for its agile handling and dynamic performance, the Boxster seamlessly blends luxury with thrilling precision on the road. Its unmistakable styling and superior engineering continue to captivate automotive enthusiasts who crave a visceral connection to the art of driving.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 36,200 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,485 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
122 L
Length
-
Length
4,418 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
1,252 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
308 km/h
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Porsche
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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