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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Renault Captur comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Renault Captur?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Renault Captur: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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Renault Captur

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Renault Captur is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe costs 31,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,977 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Captur uses 4.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Coupe with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

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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 Renault Captur offers moderately more power – delivering 158 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.6 s, while the Renault Captur takes 8.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Captur delivers considerably more torque with 265 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 113 Nm more.

MX-5 Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Renault Captur offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is slightly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,323 kg. The difference is around 209 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Captur offers significantly more boot space – 422 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 295 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Captur carries clearly more – 453 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 287 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Captur stands well ahead of its rival 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 £21,400
Captur

Renault Captur

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.4 - 6 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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Renault Captur

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Reviews Renault Captur

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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Lüsi
15 May 2026, 16:11:37

More affordable, high-level infotainment and better quality — good value for money.

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Pet
4 Feb 2026, 11:01:12

The car was a very pleasant surprise. Very comfortable and enjoyable. The 1.3 TCe 158 hp engine is brilliant.

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Waldemar
1 Feb 2026, 13:55:20

A 2025 mild‑hybrid, 160 hp.
Really nice little car. Mostly doing 200 km trips. Driving isn’t tiring. I trusted the driver‑assistance systems and… I wasn’t disappointed. The adaptive cruise control is brilliant, though I’d trust it about 90%. Overtaking punch is a plus. I recommend it with a clear conscience. Ah, just those 18" wheels 🤦. Obviously fuel consumption is higher because it’s an automatic.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Renault Captur

Costs and Consumption
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
21,400 - 28,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
140 g/km
co2
100 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,323 - 1,441 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
166 kg
Payload
447 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
160 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Renault
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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