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Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs SsangYong Torres comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 33,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or SsangYong Torres?

Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs SsangYong Torres: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • somewhat cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • 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:

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 somewhat cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the SsangYong Torres costs 33,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,886 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Roadster uses 6.2 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

Torres

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the SsangYong Torres offers noticeably more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Torres delivers considerably more torque with 339 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 187 Nm more.

MX-5 Roadster

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: SsangYong Torres offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is markedly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,498 kg. The difference is around 420 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers clearly more boot space – 703 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 573 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Torres carries significantly more – 552 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 400 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Torres 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 £33,800
Torres

SsangYong Torres

  • Engine Type Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 462 km
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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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SsangYong Torres

SsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.

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Reviews SsangYong Torres

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Nelson GAlindo Arias
12 May 2026, 21:17:14

It's a comfortable car with good performance and economical.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
Price
33,800 - 44,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
462 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
140 g/km
co2
0 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,618 kg
Trunk capacity
130 L
Trunk capacity
703 L
Length
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Length
4,700 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
1,710 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,662 L
Payload
152 kg
Payload
552 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
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Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
SsangYong
What drive types are available for the Mazda MX-5 Roadster?

The Mazda MX-5 Roadster is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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