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McLaren Super Series Coupe vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (750 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (257,100 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren Super Series Coupe or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?

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

McLaren Super Series Coupe

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly 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:

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the McLaren Super Series Coupe costs 257,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 228,180 £.

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

MX-5 Roadster

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 significantly 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 considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Super Series Coupe delivers considerably 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 Roadster is visibly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,389 kg. The difference is around 311 kg.

Looking at boot space, the McLaren Super Series Coupe offers noticeably more boot space – 210 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-5 Roadster is far ahead overall 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 £29,000
MX-5 Roadster

Mazda MX-5 Roadster

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

Costs and Consumption
Price
257,100 £
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
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
-
co2
276 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,389 kg
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Trunk capacity
210 L
Trunk capacity
130 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,161 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
152 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
8.3 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
Is the McLaren Super Series Coupe offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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