Compare performance (132 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (28400 £ vs 36000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or Toyota C-HR+?
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 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28400 £ , while the Toyota C-HR+ costs 36000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7543 £.
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 Toyota C-HR+ has a clearly edge – offering 343 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota C-HR+ is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.20 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota C-HR+ pulls convincingly stronger with 338 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 186 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Toyota C-HR+ offers clearly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is clearly lighter – 1078 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 732 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Toyota C-HR+ offers convincingly more room – 416 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 286 L.
When it comes to payload, Toyota C-HR+ decisively takes the win – 655 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 503 kg.
The Toyota C-HR+ holds a decisive overall lead 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 Toyota C-HR+ mixes sharp, coupe-like styling with comfortable, surprisingly practical packaging, making a bold statement around town and on the weekend run. It’s aimed at drivers who value standout looks and fuss-free ownership over sports-car thrills, so if you want personality and reliability in one tidy package, book a test drive.
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Price
28400 - 33800 £
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Price
36000 - 46300 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.20 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 15.5 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
458 - 607 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
1078 kg
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Curb weight
1810 - 2010 kg
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Trunk capacity
130 L
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Trunk capacity
416 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1735 mm
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Width
1870 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
550 - 655 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
132 HP
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Power HP
167 - 343 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.30 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.4 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
268 - 338 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
123 - 252 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 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
2026
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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
Toyota
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The Mazda MX-5 Roadster is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.