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SsangYong Korando vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 31,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Korando or Mazda MX-5 Coupe?

SsangYong Korando vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe: Key differences

SsangYong Korando

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  • moderately cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • markedly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Korando

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

SsangYong Korando is moderately cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe costs 31,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,371 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Coupe uses 6.2 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

MX-5 Coupe

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 SsangYong Korando offers visibly more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SsangYong Korando is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.4 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Korando delivers substantially more torque with 360 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 208 Nm more.

Korando

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: SsangYong Korando offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is visibly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 403 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers significantly more boot space – 551 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 424 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Korando carries significantly more – 463 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 297 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SsangYong Korando 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 £27,000
Korando

SsangYong Korando

  • Engine Type Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 339 km
SsangYong Korando
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

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SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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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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SsangYong Korando
Mazda MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
339 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 197 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Trunk capacity
551 L
Trunk capacity
127 L
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Length
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Width
1,870 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 463 kg
Payload
166 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Mazda
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