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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or Toyota Corolla?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • noticeably lighter
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Toyota Corolla

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  • very slightly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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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.

Toyota Corolla is very slightly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,271 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Coupe with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

Corolla

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 Toyota Corolla offers visibly more power – delivering 178 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

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 Corolla offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is noticeably lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 306 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla offers substantially more boot space – 361 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 234 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla carries substantially more – 450 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 284 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Corolla is far ahead 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.

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Corolla

Toyota Corolla

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 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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Mazda MX-5 Coupe
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 36,200 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
-
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
-
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
166 kg
Payload
400 - 450 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 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 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 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Toyota
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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