Compare performance (132 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or SsangYong Korando?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
SsangYong Korando is moderately cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe costs 31,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,371 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.
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 SsangYong Korando offers noticeably more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SsangYong Korando is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.4 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Korando delivers considerably more torque with 360 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 208 Nm more.
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: SsangYong Korando offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is visibly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 403 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers substantially more boot space – 551 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 424 L.
When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Korando carries substantially more – 463 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 297 kg.
The SsangYong Korando 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.
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.
detailsThe SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.
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Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
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Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
339 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
140 g/km
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co2
0 - 197 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,114 kg
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Trunk capacity
127 L
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Length
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Width
1,735 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Height
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Payload
166 kg
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Payload
410 - 463 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
132 HP
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Torque
152 Nm
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Torque
260 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
97 kW
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Power kW
120 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
SsangYong
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