Compare performance (132 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or Skoda Scala?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Skoda Scala is visibly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster costs 29,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,534 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Scala uses 5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 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 Skoda Scala offers a bit more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Scala is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.2 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Scala delivers visibly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 98 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Skoda Scala offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is slightly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,199 kg. The difference is around 121 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Scala offers considerably more boot space – 467 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 337 L.
When it comes to payload, the Skoda Scala carries substantially more – 431 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 279 kg.
The Skoda Scala 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 Skoda Scala is a tidy, no-nonsense hatch that wraps clever packaging and composed manners into a compact, grown-up package. It’s the sensible choice for buyers who want everyday practicality with a dash of style and personality—no drama, just reliable charm.
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Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
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Price
21,400 - 31,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 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
114 - 126 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
Hatchback
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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
1,199 - 1,271 kg
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Trunk capacity
130 L
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Trunk capacity
467 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,735 mm
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Width
1,793 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
403 - 431 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol
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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, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 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
175 - 250 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
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 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
C, D
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Skoda
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