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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Suzuki Swace comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 31,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Suzuki Swace?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Suzuki Swace: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • barely cheaper
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Suzuki Swace

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • markedly 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is barely cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the Suzuki Swace costs 31,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 515 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Swace uses 4.5 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Coupe with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

Swace

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 Suzuki Swace offers only slightly more power – delivering 140 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 8.6 s, while the Suzuki Swace takes 9.4 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

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: Suzuki Swace offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,475 kg. The difference is around 361 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Suzuki Swace offers significantly more boot space – 596 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 469 L.

When it comes to payload, the Suzuki Swace carries significantly more – 360 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 194 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Swace is clearly superior overall 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.

£31,877
Swace

Suzuki Swace

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 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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Suzuki Swace

The Suzuki Swace is a pragmatic estate that swaps showy design for roomy practicality and a quiet, comfortable ride that suits everyday family life. It won't thrill the enthusiast, but its sensible charm, dependable build and clever packaging make it a smart pick for buyers who want fuss-free usability rather than headline-grabbing performance.

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Reviews Suzuki Swace

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Sjors
16 Apr 2026, 11:06:18

I have the Swace — it drives much more frugally than you state: 1:23. A downside as you get older is that getting in, and especially getting out, becomes harder because of the low seating position. The advantage of the low seat is better fuel economy. 16‑inch wheels are also likely to be more economical than larger ones. Rear legroom is poor. It would be nice if the rear bench were on rails like the Renault Twingo. Shrinking the boot would give more rear legroom. The 2014 Toyota Prius was the last to offer lots of rear legroom — after that it’s been rubbish.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Suzuki Swace

Costs and Consumption
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
31,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
102 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,475 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
596 L
Length
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Length
4,655 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
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Height
1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,606 L
Payload
166 kg
Payload
360 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
103 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Suzuki
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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