Two cars, one duel: Mazda MX-5 Coupe meets Toyota Yaris.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Toyota Yaris has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21900 £, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe costs 30800 £. That’s a price difference of around 8991 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Yaris manages with 3.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Coupe with 6.20 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.
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 Toyota Yaris has a significantly edge – offering 280 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 148 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Yaris is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.60 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Toyota Yaris performs somewhat better – reaching 230 km/h, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 27 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Yaris pulls decisively stronger with 390 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 238 Nm difference.
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: Toyota Yaris offers convincingly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, Toyota Yaris is hardly perceptible lighter – 1090 kg compared to 1116 kg. The difference is around 26 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Toyota Yaris offers clearly more room – 286 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 159 L.
When it comes to payload, Toyota Yaris significantly takes the win – 525 kg compared to 164 kg. That’s a difference of about 361 kg.
Overall, the Toyota Yaris shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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.
The Mazda MX-5 Coupe is a striking example of combining sleek design with spirited driving dynamics. Its agile handling and lightweight construction make every journey feel effortlessly engaging, capturing the true essence of a classic roadster. With an emphasis on driver connection and pure driving pleasure, the MX-5 Coupe offers an experience that is as exhilarating as it is refined.
detailsThe Toyota Yaris is a sprightly city hatch that packs clever packaging, surprising comfort and fuel-sipping manners into a neat, easy-to-park package. It rewards sensible buyers with low running costs, friendly ergonomics and a forgiving drive, delivered with Japanese reliability and just enough personality to make errands feel a little less ordinary.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30800 - 36200 £
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Price
21900 - 46700 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.20 L
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 9.5 L
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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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
140 g/km
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co2
87 - 215 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 L
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
2
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Seats
4 - 5
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Doors
2
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Doors
3 - 5
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Curb weight
1116 kg
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Curb weight
1090 - 1356 kg
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Trunk capacity
127 L
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Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
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Length
3915 mm
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Length
3940 - 3995 mm
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Width
1735 mm
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Width
1745 - 1805 mm
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Height
1230 mm
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Height
1455 - 1500 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
935 L
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Payload
164 kg
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Payload
289 - 525 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
132 HP
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Power HP
116 - 280 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.60 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
203 km/h
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Max Speed
175 - 230 km/h
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Torque
152 Nm
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Torque
390 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
97 kW
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 cm3
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Engine capacity
1490 - 1618 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Toyota
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The Mazda MX-5 Coupe is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.