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Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs Lexus LM comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 206 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 109,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or Lexus LM?

Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs Lexus LM: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • substantially cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Lexus LM

  • clearly more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

MX-5 Roadster

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda MX-5 Roadster is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Lexus LM costs 109,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 80,752 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Roadster uses 6.2 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Lexus LM with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 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 Lexus LM offers clearly more power – delivering 206 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Roadster is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Lexus LM takes 8.7 s. That’s about 0.4 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: Lexus LM offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is clearly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 1,267 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda MX-5 Roadster offers moderately more boot space – 130 L compared to 110 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LM carries significantly more – 535 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 383 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-5 Roadster 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 £29,000
MX-5 Roadster

Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 132 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 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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Lexus LM

The Lexus LM is a decadent, chauffeur-friendly people carrier that dresses up van practicality with yacht-like luxury and unmistakable Lexus polish. Inside it’s all about rear-seat pampering and serene refinement — perfect for buyers who want to arrive feeling like royalty, even if it’s not for the tightest budget or the smallest parking space.

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Lexus LM

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
Price
109,700 - 131,900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 L/100km
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
co2
160 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
MPV
Seats
2
Seats
4 - 7
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
130 L
Trunk capacity
110 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
152 kg
Payload
525 - 535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
206 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
152 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Lexus
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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