Compare performance (132 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or Nissan Qashqai?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Mazda MX-5 Roadster is barely cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Nissan Qashqai costs 29,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 643 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Qashqai uses 4.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Nissan Qashqai offers noticeably more power – delivering 205 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 73 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Qashqai delivers substantially more torque with 330 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 178 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Nissan Qashqai offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is visibly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 342 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers considerably more boot space – 504 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 374 L.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries significantly more – 516 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 364 kg.
The Nissan Qashqai 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.
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.
detailsThe Nissan Qashqai is a compact crossover that blends everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed driving experience and a smart, well finished interior. It feels sensible and versatile for city life and longer trips, appealing to buyers who want a reliable, low fuss family car.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
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Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 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
98 - 152 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
1,420 - 1,624 kg
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Trunk capacity
130 L
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Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,735 mm
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Width
1,835 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
446 - 516 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
132 HP
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Power HP
158 - 205 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 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
260 - 330 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
97 kW
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Power kW
116 - 151 kW
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Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Nissan
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