Compare performance (132 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 24,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or Audi Q2?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Audi Q2 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 24,900 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster costs 29,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,105 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q2 uses 4.8 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.
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 Audi Q2 offers considerably more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 168 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q2 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q2 delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 248 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Audi Q2 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is noticeably lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,330 kg. The difference is around 252 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi Q2 offers significantly more boot space – 405 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 275 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi Q2 carries substantially more – 510 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 358 kg.
The Audi Q2 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.
The Mazda MX-5 is a featherweight, open-top sports car that turns ordinary roads into a grin-inducing playground thanks to razor-sharp steering and an engaging, tactile gearbox. It won’t swallow the weekly shopping or ski bags, but for anyone after pure driving fun and sun-on-your-face weekends, few cars match its sheer charm and value.
detailsThe Audi Q2 packs Audi’s premium attitude into a compact, cheeky package that turns city streets into a runway for tasteful design and clever practicality. It’s an easy car to live with thanks to an upscale cabin, composed manners and sprightly handling, and while it won’t satisfy someone chasing sports-car thrills, it’s a smart, stylish pick for buyers who want substance with a wink.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
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Price
24,900 - 43,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L/100km
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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
127 - 183 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Roadster
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,078 kg
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Curb weight
1,330 - 1,610 kg
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Trunk capacity
130 L
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Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,735 mm
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Width
1,794 - 1,802 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
152 kg
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Payload
450 - 510 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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 - 300 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
152 Nm
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Torque
200 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
97 kW
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Power kW
85 - 221 kW
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Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Audi
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