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Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (132 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (28400 £ vs 78600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

Mazda MX-5 Roadster

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

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 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28400 £, while the Land Rover Range Rover Sport costs 78600 £. That’s a price difference of around 50152 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Land Rover Range Rover Sport manages with 2.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.20 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.

Range Rover Sport

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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has a significantly edge – offering 635 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 503 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.30 s. That’s about 4.50 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Range Rover Sport pulls convincingly stronger with 800 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 648 Nm difference.

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: Land Rover Range Rover Sport offers decisively more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is decisively lighter – 1078 kg compared to 2390 kg. The difference is around 1312 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport offers significantly more room – 647 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 517 L.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Range Rover Sport convincingly takes the win – 830 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 678 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport shows itself to be is largely superior 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.

from about £78,600
Range Rover Sport

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 249 - 635 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 11.7 L
  • Electric Range : 116 - 118 km
Mazda MX-5 Roadster
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

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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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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport pairs unapologetic presence with genuine capability, looking like it belongs on a red carpet while quietly promising to tackle rough tracks when called upon. Inside, the cabin pampers with plush materials and thoughtful tech, making it an irresistible choice for buyers who want luxury, confidence and a touch of adventure.

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Mazda MX-5 Roadster
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
28400 - 33800 £
Price
78600 - 175700 £
Consumption L/100km
6.20 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 11.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
116 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
61 - 266 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1078 kg
Curb weight
2390 - 2810 kg
Trunk capacity
130 L
Trunk capacity
647 L
Length
-
Length
4970 mm
Width
1735 mm
Width
2043 mm
Height
-
Height
1814 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1491 L
Payload
152 kg
Payload
640 - 830 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
249 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.30 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
290 km/h
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
570 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
183 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
1496 cm3
Engine capacity
2997 - 4395 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Land Rover
What drivetrain options does the Mazda MX-5 Roadster have?

The Mazda MX-5 Roadster is offered with 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.