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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Subaru BRZ - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (132 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 36000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Subaru BRZ?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

Subaru BRZ

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £, while the Subaru BRZ costs 36000 £. That’s a price difference of around 5143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda MX-5 Coupe manages with 6.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.80 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Subaru BRZ has a clearly edge – offering 235 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 103 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.60 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Subaru BRZ performs to a small extent better – reaching 226 km/h, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Subaru BRZ pulls noticeable stronger with 250 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 98 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Subaru BRZ offers decisively more seating capacity – 4 vs 2.

In curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is somewhat lighter – 1116 kg compared to 1275 kg. The difference is around 159 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Subaru BRZ offers convincingly more room – 237 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, Subaru BRZ clearly takes the win – 404 kg compared to 164 kg. That’s a difference of about 240 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Subaru BRZ shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £36,000
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Subaru BRZ

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 235 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.80 L
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
30800 - 36200 £
Price
36000 - 38600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.20 L
Consumption L/100km
8.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1116 kg
Curb weight
1275 - 1296 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
3915 mm
Length
4265 mm
Width
1735 mm
Width
1775 mm
Height
1230 mm
Height
1310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
164 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
8.60 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
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
1496 cm3
Engine capacity
2387 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Subaru

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What drivetrain options does the Mazda MX-5 Coupe have?

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

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