Compare performance (132 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or Peugeot 2008?
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.
Peugeot 2008 is slightly cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster costs 29,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,200 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 2008 uses 4.9 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.
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 Peugeot 2008 offers moderately more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 8.3 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 2008 delivers clearly more torque with 270 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 118 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Peugeot 2008 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is somewhat lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,263 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 2008 offers substantially more boot space – 434 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 304 L.
When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 2008 carries considerably more – 447 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 295 kg.
The Peugeot 2008 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.
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 Peugeot 2008 is a compact crossover that blends sharp French styling with a practical, high-riding layout, giving it more presence and versatility than a typical small hatchback. Inside it offers a clever, user-friendly cabin with sensible storage and modern infotainment, while a composed ride and efficient powertrains make it well suited to both city errands and longer journeys.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
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Price
24,800 - 40,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
405 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 - 129 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
1,263 - 1,623 kg
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Trunk capacity
130 L
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Trunk capacity
434 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,735 mm
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Width
1,770 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
407 - 447 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual 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
101 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 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
205 - 270 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
74 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 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
C, A, D
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Peugeot
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