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Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs Tesla Model S comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 1,020 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 94,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or Tesla Model S?

Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs Tesla Model S: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Tesla Model S

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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:

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.

Mazda MX-5 Roadster is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 65,315 £.

Model S

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 Tesla Model S offers considerably more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 888 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 6.2 s quicker.

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: Tesla Model S offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is substantially lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 2,092 kg. The difference is around 1,014 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers considerably more boot space – 799 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 669 L.

When it comes to payload, the Tesla Model S carries clearly more – 442 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 290 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S 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.

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Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 611 - 744 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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Tesla Model S

The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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jp Breugem
16 Dec 2025, 09:38:32

Reliable — now with nearly 400,000 km on the Model S, I’ve experienced few to no problems. Still using free Supercharging, it delivers a dependable, luxurious driving experience. Average consumption about 16 kWh/100 km.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
140 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
Trunk capacity
130 L
Trunk capacity
799 L
Length
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Length
5,021 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
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Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
Payload
152 kg
Payload
432 - 442 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Tesla
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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