Compare performance (132 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or SERES 5?
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 considerably cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the SERES 5 costs 55,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,743 £.
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 SERES 5 offers considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 453 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SERES 5 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 5 delivers significantly more torque with 940 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 788 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: SERES 5 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is significantly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 1,282 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SERES 5 offers substantially more boot space – 367 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 237 L.
When it comes to payload, the SERES 5 carries substantially more – 375 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 223 kg.
The SERES 5 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 Seres 5 carves a convincing niche in the crowded compact crossover market with bold styling and a surprisingly upscale cabin that feels larger than its footprint suggests. It’s an easy, fuss-free choice for shoppers after modern EV practicality and sensible running costs, delivered with a friendly personality that won’t try to outshine more expensive rivals.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
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Price
55,700 £
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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
18.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
430 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
2,360 kg
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Trunk capacity
130 L
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Trunk capacity
367 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,735 mm
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Width
1,930 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
375 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
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
132 HP
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Power HP
585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 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
940 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
430 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
2024
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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
SERES
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