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Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs Denza D9 comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 353 HP), boot space and price (28,400 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or Denza D9?

Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs Denza D9: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • clearly cheaper
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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Denza D9

  • significantly more power
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

MX-5 Roadster

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda MX-5 Roadster is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,400 £ , while the Denza D9 costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44,409 £.

D9

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 Denza D9 offers significantly more power – delivering 353 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 221 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Roadster is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Denza D9 takes 8.6 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

MX-5 Roadster

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: Denza D9 offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

Looking at boot space, the Denza D9 offers clearly more boot space – 430 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 300 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Denza D9 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.

£72,857
D9

Denza D9

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 353 HP
  • Electric Range : 210 km
Mazda MX-5 Roadster
Denza D9

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

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.

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Denza D9

The Denza D9 is a roomy, premium MPV that pairs a quiet, refined ride with family-oriented practicality. Its modern styling and tech-forward interior create a calm, luxurious cabin that appeals to buyers who prioritize comfort and thoughtful features.

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Mazda MX-5 Roadster
Denza D9

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,400 - 33,800 £
Price
72,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
210 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
MPV
Seats
2
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Curb weight
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Trunk capacity
130 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
152 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
353 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
260 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,500 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Denza
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