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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Toyota Aygo comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 116 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 18,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Toyota Aygo?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Toyota Aygo: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • moderately more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota Aygo

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • barely lighter
  • clearly 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 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.

Toyota Aygo is clearly cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Aygo uses 3.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Coupe with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

Aygo

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 Mazda MX-5 Coupe offers moderately more power – delivering 132 HP compared to 116 HP. That’s roughly 16 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 Toyota Aygo takes 9.2 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe delivers noticeably more torque with 152 Nm compared to 120 Nm. That’s about 32 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: Toyota Aygo offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Aygo is barely lighter – 1,090 kg compared to 1,114 kg. The difference is around 24 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Aygo offers clearly more boot space – 231 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Aygo carries significantly more – 420 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 254 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Aygo is decisively ahead 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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Aygo

Toyota Aygo

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.7 L/100km
Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Toyota Aygo

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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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Toyota Aygo

The Aygo is a cheeky city car that turns congested streets into a playground, with bold styling and sprightly manners that make parking a pleasure rather than a pain. Economical to run and surprisingly well equipped for its size, the Aygo is a smart choice for urban buyers who want personality without a premium price and a car that brings a smile to the daily commute.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Toyota Aygo

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 36,200 £
Price
18,800 - 24,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.7 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
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
85 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,090 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
231 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,740 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
166 kg
Payload
420 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
116 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
120 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
85 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Toyota
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