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Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs McLaren GT Series comparison
Compare performance (132 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 175,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or McLaren GT Series?
Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs McLaren GT Series: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
MX-5 Roadster
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mazda MX-5 Roadster is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the McLaren GT Series costs 175,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 146,752 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Roadster uses 6.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the McLaren GT Series with 11.9 L/100km. The difference is about 5.7 L/100km.
GT Series
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 McLaren GT Series offers significantly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 503 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren GT Series is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren GT Series delivers considerably more torque with 630 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 478 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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is substantially lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,520 kg. The difference is around 442 kg.
Looking at boot space, the McLaren GT Series offers clearly more boot space – 420 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 290 L.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mazda MX-5 Roadster 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.
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Mazda MX-5 Roadster
Mazda MX-5 Roadster
McLaren GT Series
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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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McLaren GT Series
The McLaren GT takes the supercar blueprint and stretches it into a grand tourer, marrying thrilling pace with genuine long-distance comfort and a cabin that’s actually liveable. If you crave weekend escape capability without surrendering driver engagement, this is the car to consider — though it does attract a fair share of admiring glances.
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Mazda MX-5 Roadster
McLaren GT Series
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
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Price
175,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11.9 L/100km
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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
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co2
270 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Roadster
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
2
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,078 kg
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Curb weight
1,520 kg
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Trunk capacity
130 L
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Trunk capacity
420 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,735 mm
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Width
2,045 mm
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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
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
132 HP
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Power HP
635 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
152 Nm
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Torque
630 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Power kW
97 kW
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Power kW
467 kW
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Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
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Engine capacity
3,994 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
McLaren
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