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SsangYong Korando vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster comparison
Compare performance (190 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Korando or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?
SsangYong Korando vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster: Key differences
Korando
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.
SsangYong Korando is very slightly cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster costs 29,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,971 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Roadster 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 Roadster
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 markedly 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 Mazda MX-5 Roadster is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 0.1 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:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: SsangYong Korando offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is significantly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,517 kg. The difference is around 439 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers considerably more boot space – 551 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 421 L.
When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Korando carries clearly more – 463 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 311 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The SsangYong Korando stands well ahead of its rival 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
SsangYong Korando
SsangYong Korando
Mazda MX-5 Roadster
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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 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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SsangYong Korando
Mazda MX-5 Roadster
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
339 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 197 g/km
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co2
140 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Roadster
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Curb weight
1,078 kg
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Trunk capacity
130 L
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,870 mm
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Width
1,735 mm
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
410 - 463 kg
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Payload
152 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Power HP
132 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
260 - 360 Nm
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Torque
152 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
120 - 140 kW
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Power kW
97 kW
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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Brand
SsangYong
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Brand
Mazda
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