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Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs Peugeot 508 comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 44,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or Peugeot 508?

Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs Peugeot 508: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Peugeot 508

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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

MX-5 Roadster

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda MX-5 Roadster is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Peugeot 508 costs 44,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,609 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 uses 1.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.6 L/100km.

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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 Peugeot 508 offers substantially more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 228 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 delivers considerably more torque with 520 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 368 Nm more.

MX-5 Roadster

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Peugeot 508 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is substantially lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,811 kg. The difference is around 733 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 offers clearly more boot space – 487 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 357 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 508 carries considerably more – 469 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 317 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 508 is decisively ahead 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 £44,600
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Peugeot 508

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 180 - 360 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.6 - 2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 46 - 55 km
Mazda MX-5 Roadster
Peugeot 508

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Peugeot 508

The Peugeot 508 turns heads with a low-slung, almost coupe-like silhouette and a cabin that feels grown-up and surprisingly premium for the money. On the road it balances comfort and poise with a playful edge, making it a convincing choice for buyers who want something stylish and sensible without shouting for attention.

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Mazda MX-5 Roadster
Peugeot 508

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
Price
44,600 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 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
46 - 55 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
36 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Curb weight
1,811 - 1,941 kg
Trunk capacity
130 L
Trunk capacity
487 L
Length
-
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
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Height
1,403 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,537 L
Payload
152 kg
Payload
379 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Peugeot
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