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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Subaru BRZ?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • moderately cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • somewhat lighter

Subaru BRZ

  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space

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 moderately cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

BRZ

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 Subaru BRZ offers significantly more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 103 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Subaru BRZ delivers clearly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 98 Nm more.

MX-5 Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Subaru BRZ offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is somewhat lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,275 kg. The difference is around 161 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru BRZ offers substantially more boot space – 237 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru BRZ carries significantly more – 404 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 238 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru BRZ 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.

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BRZ

Subaru BRZ

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 235 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.8 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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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 36,200 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
-
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Subaru
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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