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Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs McLaren Super Series Coupe comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 750 HP), boot space and price (28,400 £ vs 257,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or McLaren Super Series Coupe?

Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs McLaren Super Series Coupe: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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McLaren Super Series Coupe

  • considerably more power
  • considerably 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:

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 28,400 £ , while the McLaren Super Series Coupe costs 257,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 228,694 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Roadster uses 6.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the McLaren Super Series Coupe with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 6 L/100km.

Super Series Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the McLaren Super Series Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 750 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 618 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Super Series Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Super Series Coupe delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 648 Nm more.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is clearly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,389 kg. The difference is around 311 kg.

Looking at boot space, the McLaren Super Series Coupe offers clearly more boot space – 210 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-5 Roadster stands well ahead of its rival 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 £28,400
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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McLaren Super Series Coupe

The McLaren Super Series Coupe is a breathtaking balance of surgical precision and theatrical flair, wrapping dramatic aero and lightweight engineering in a surprisingly refined road-going package. Behind the wheel it behaves like a race car with good manners — savage thrust and razor-sharp handling handed to the driver with enough composure for spirited weekend runs and the occasional grocery trip.

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McLaren Super Series Coupe

Costs and Consumption
Price
28,400 - 33,800 £
Price
257,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.2 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
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
140 g/km
co2
276 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Curb weight
1,389 kg
Trunk capacity
130 L
Trunk capacity
210 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,735 mm
Width
2,161 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
152 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
750 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
152 Nm
Torque
800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
552 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
3,994 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
McLaren
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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