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McLaren Super Series Coupe vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (750 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (257,100 £ vs 31,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren Super Series Coupe or Mazda MX-5 Coupe?

McLaren Super Series Coupe vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe: Key differences

McLaren Super Series Coupe

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Super Series Coupe

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 Coupe is considerably cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the McLaren Super Series Coupe costs 257,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 225,780 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the McLaren Super Series Coupe with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 6 L/100km.

MX-5 Coupe

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 McLaren Super Series Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 750 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 618 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Super Series Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 5.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Super Series Coupe delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 648 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,389 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.

Looking at boot space, the McLaren Super Series Coupe offers markedly more boot space – 210 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 83 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-5 Coupe 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.

from £31,400
MX-5 Coupe

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 132 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.2 L/100km
McLaren Super Series Coupe
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

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McLaren Super Series Coupe

The McLaren Super Series Coupe is a breathtaking balance of surgical precision and theatrical flair, wrapping dramatic aero and lightweight engineering in a surprisingly refined road-going package. Behind the wheel it behaves like a race car with good manners — savage thrust and razor-sharp handling handed to the driver with enough composure for spirited weekend runs and the occasional grocery trip.

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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

The Mazda MX-5 is a delightfully pure driver's car, wrapped in a compact package and tuned to make steering inputs feel like a conversation rather than a chore. It won’t overwhelm you with gadgetry, but what it delivers—nimble handling, instant feedback and an honest grin every time you drive—makes it a brilliant choice for anyone who values fun over flash.

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McLaren Super Series Coupe
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
257,100 £
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
276 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,389 kg
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Trunk capacity
210 L
Trunk capacity
127 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,161 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
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Payload
166 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
750 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
800 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
552 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
3,994 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
McLaren
Brand
Mazda
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