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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Price
28400 - 33800 £
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Price
41600 - 64200 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.20 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 6.2 L
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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
92 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
140 g/km
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co2
54 - 140 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Roadster
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1078 kg
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Curb weight
1734 - 2064 kg
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Trunk capacity
130 L
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Trunk capacity
519 L
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Length
-
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Length
4778 mm
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Width
1735 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1432 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1431 L
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Payload
152 kg
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Payload
466 - 506 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic 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
197 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.30 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
152 Nm
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Torque
300 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
97 kW
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Power kW
145 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
Mazda
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Brand
Volvo
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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.