Compare performance (132 HP vs 213 HP), boot space and price (28,400 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or Nissan X-Trail?
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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mazda MX-5 Roadster is noticeably cheaper – starting at 28,400 £ , while the Nissan X-Trail costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,709 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan X-Trail uses 5.7 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.
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 Nissan X-Trail offers noticeably more power – delivering 213 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 81 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan X-Trail is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan X-Trail delivers substantially more torque with 525 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 373 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Nissan X-Trail offers more seats – 7 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is significantly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,668 kg. The difference is around 590 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Nissan X-Trail offers considerably more boot space – 585 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 455 L.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan X-Trail carries clearly more – 574 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 422 kg.
The Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.
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Price
28,400 - 33,800 £
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Price
34,200 - 50,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 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
131 - 161 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 - 7
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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
1,668 - 1,961 kg
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Trunk capacity
130 L
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Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,735 mm
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Width
1,840 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
432 - 574 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
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
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
163 - 213 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 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 - 525 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
97 kW
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Power kW
120 - 157 kW
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Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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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
F, D, E
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Nissan
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