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Mazda MX-5 Roadster vs Volvo V60 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (132 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (28400 £ vs 41600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Roadster or Volvo V60?

Mazda MX-5 Roadster

Volvo V60

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

MX-5 Roadster

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mazda MX-5 Roadster has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28400 £, while the Volvo V60 costs 41600 £. That’s a price difference of around 13200 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Volvo V60 manages with 2.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.20 L. The difference is about 3.80 L per 100 km.

V60

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 Volvo V60 has a significantly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 323 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V60 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.30 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V60 pulls significantly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 557 Nm difference.

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: Volvo V60 offers convincingly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is decisively lighter – 1078 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 656 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo V60 offers decisively more room – 519 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 389 L.

When it comes to payload, Volvo V60 decisively takes the win – 506 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 354 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo V60 shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £41,600
V60

Volvo V60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 - 6.2 L
  • Electric Range : 92 km
Mazda MX-5 Roadster
Volvo V60

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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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Volvo V60

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The Volvo V60 blends elegant Scandinavian design with a practical estate layout, making it a composed and sensible choice for buyers who want style without sacrifice. Inside, a serene cabin, clever safety features and a supple ride turn daily commutes and weekend getaways into effortless, grown-up motoring.

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Mazda MX-5 Roadster
Volvo V60

Costs and Consumption

Price
28400 - 33800 £
Price
41600 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
6.20 L
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
92 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
140 g/km
co2
54 - 140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Estate
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1078 kg
Curb weight
1734 - 2064 kg
Trunk capacity
130 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
-
Length
4778 mm
Width
1735 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
-
Height
1432 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1431 L
Payload
152 kg
Payload
466 - 506 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.30 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1496 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Volvo
What drivetrain options does the Mazda MX-5 Roadster have?

The Mazda MX-5 Roadster is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.