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Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross comparison
Compare performance (132 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (28,400 £ vs 41,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?
Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross: 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 considerably cheaper – starting at 28,400 £ , while the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,686 £.
Eclipse Cross
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers markedly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross delivers substantially more torque with 300 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 148 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.
Seats: Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is substantially lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,922 kg. The difference is around 844 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross offers clearly more boot space – 545 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 415 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross carries clearly more – 413 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 261 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 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 £41,100
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Mazda MX-5 Roadster
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
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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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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross combines coupe-like looks with crossover practicality, so you get style without the showroom attitude. It’s an affable daily driver that hides a few quirks behind a confident grin, making it an easy pick for buyers who want personality without fuss.
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Mazda MX-5 Roadster
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
28,400 - 33,800 £
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Price
41,100 - 48,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
615 - 627 km
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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
0 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
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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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
1,922 - 1,950 kg
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Trunk capacity
130 L
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Trunk capacity
545 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,735 mm
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Width
1,908 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
385 - 413 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
132 HP
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Power HP
218 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 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
300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
97 kW
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Power kW
160 kW
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Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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