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Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs Hyundai IONIQ 6 comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 650 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 39,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or Hyundai IONIQ 6?

Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs Hyundai IONIQ 6: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • visibly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Hyundai IONIQ 6

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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • 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 visibly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 6 costs 39,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,080 £.

IONIQ 6

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 Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers considerably more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 518 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 6 delivers considerably more torque with 770 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 618 Nm more.

MX-5 Roadster

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is significantly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,892 kg. The difference is around 814 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers clearly more boot space – 401 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 271 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 carries significantly more – 438 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 286 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is decisively ahead 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 £39,000
IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 487 - 680 km
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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 IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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Mazda MX-5 Roadster
Hyundai IONIQ 6

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
Price
39,000 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
487 - 680 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
140 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Curb weight
1,892 - 2,241 kg
Trunk capacity
130 L
Trunk capacity
371 - 401 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
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
Payload
386 - 438 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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