Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs Mazda MX-5 Comparison

Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Mazda MX-5

How they stack

Our Take

2024 Mercedes-Benz

E-Class

2024 Mazda

MX-5

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Driving the family

Luxury

City driving

Fuel Efficiency

60L - 66L

132 to 475 km

45L

275 to 410 km

ANCAP Safety Rating

Warranty

5 year
warranty

MSRP

$129,575 - $134,140

$36,090 - $56,140

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CarExpert's Take

James Wong

Production Editor

James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Distinct styling from C-Class, S-Class
Solid spec inclusions, tech-luxe vibes
Four-pot turbo punches above its weight

Misses

Transmission is clunky at low speeds
Expensive option packages
Not as spacious in the rear as you'd think

Josh Nevett

Marketplace Journalist

Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Fun to drive anywhere, anytime
RF brings coupe looks, flexibility
Compliant ride

Misses

Tan interior exclusive for auto
Limited passenger legroom
Steering lacks feedback

Standard Features

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Wireless phone charger

Powered tailgate

Rear air vents

Adaptive cruise control

Climate control

Reversing sensors

Reversing camera

Autonomous emergency braking

Optional Features

Bright Metallic Paint (+$1,800)
Instrument Cluster Display - 12.3 Inch (+$1,685)
Illuminated Door Sill Panels - Special (+$490)
Metallic Paint Premium (+$900)
Power Door Closing (+$1,300)

Metallic Paint Premium (+$495)

Reviews

7.9

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Specs

Type
TURBO DIRECT F/INJ		GASOLINE DIRECT INJ
Size (cc)
1991		1496 - 1998
Size (L)
2.0L		2.0L, 1.5L
Induction
TURBO 4		INLINE 4
Camshaft
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM		DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
16		16
Power
155kW - 190kW		97kW - 135kW
Power RPM
5500 - 5800		7000
Torque
350Nm - 400Nm		152Nm - 205Nm
Torque RPM
1600 - 3200		4000 - 4500
Bore Stroke
-		-
Compression Ratio
9.8		13

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Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs Mazda MX-5 Comparison