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Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs Hyundai i10 comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 14,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or Hyundai i10?

Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs Hyundai i10: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • visibly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai i10

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably 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 Roadster

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai i10 is clearly cheaper – starting at 14,600 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster costs 29,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,400 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai i10 uses 4.9 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

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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 Mazda MX-5 Roadster offers visibly more power – delivering 132 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 42 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Roadster is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Hyundai i10 takes 11.4 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai i10 delivers somewhat more torque with 172 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

MX-5 Roadster

Space and Everyday Use:

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: Hyundai i10 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i10 is barely lighter – 996 kg compared to 1,078 kg. The difference is around 82 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i10 offers clearly more boot space – 252 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 122 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i10 carries significantly more – 423 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 271 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai i10 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.

from £14,600
i10

Hyundai i10

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 63 - 90 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
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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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Hyundai i10

The Hyundai i10 is a cheeky city car that squeezes big-car confidence into a pocket-friendly package, carving through tight streets with surprising composure and sensible practicality. For buyers after low fuss, sensible equipment and wallet-friendly running costs, it's a smart, no-nonsense pick that makes sense whether you're a first-time driver or need a reliable second car.

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Theo
9 Dec 2025, 19:15:09

Ideal A/B-class car. It has the price of a good A-class but the size and presence of a B-segment car. The annoying thing is that only a bike rack is allowed on the towbar (on my i10 from 2020 — the 2nd generation already after 2015). I’m still waiting for an iX10 version: a bit taller but otherwise the same.

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Mazda MX-5 Roadster
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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
Price
14,600 - 19,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
110 - 124 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
36 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Curb weight
996 - 1,099 kg
Trunk capacity
130 L
Trunk capacity
252 L
Length
-
Length
3,670 - 3,675 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,680 mm
Height
-
Height
1,480 - 1,483 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,050 L
Payload
152 kg
Payload
344 - 423 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
63 - 90 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 18.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
143 - 175 km/h
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
93 - 172 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
46 - 66 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,197 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Hyundai
What drive types are available for the Mazda MX-5 Roadster?

The Mazda MX-5 Roadster is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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