The Comparative Analysis :
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDI (11 - 15) vs. Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 184 (18 - ..)
€ 22,100

€ 30,700

€ 22,100
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 30,700
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDI is significantly bigger in every dimension. It's 12 inches longer, 2.2 inches wider and 6.7 inches taller than the Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 184.
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDI
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 184
55.1
70.5
79.3
48.4
68.3
75.5
70.5 in
Width
68.3 in
79.3 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
75.5 in
55.1 in
Height
48.4 in
104.3
166.1
90.9
154.1
166.1 in
Length
154.1 in
104.3 in
Wheelbase
90.9 in
Vehicle Weight
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDI
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 184
2778 lb
Curb Weight
2366 lb
3748 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
2877 lb

Weight Difference:
412 lb
14.83 %

General
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDI
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 184
FS
Generation
ND
Coupe
Car Body Style
Coupe
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive

6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDI
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 184
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.6 L / 78 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
138 hp
at 6300 rpm
Power
181 hp
at 7000 rpm
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDI
138 hp
181 hp
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 184
123 lb‑ft
at 4850 rpm
Max. Torque
151 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDI
123 lb‑ft
151 lb‑ft
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 184
Performance
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDI
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 184
125 mph
Maximum Speed
137 mph
9.7 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
6.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
443 ft
0.000 sec

Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
308 ft
0.000 sec

Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 184
▶ REPLAY
20.13 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
13.07 lb/hp
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDI
20.13 lb/hp
13.07 lb/hp
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 184
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDI
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 184
Fuel Economy
36 mpg
combined
34 mpg
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDI
36 mpg
34 mpg
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 184
29 mpg
city
28 mpg
44 mpg
highway
40 mpg
13.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.9 gal
478 mi
Range
405 mi
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDI
478 mi
405 mi
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 184
Environmental Impact
123.1 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
130.7 kWh
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDI
123.1 kWh
130.7 kWh
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 184
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 6d
238 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
249 g/mi (WLTP)
Practical Convenience
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDI
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 184
4
Doors
2
4
No. of Seats
2
970 lb
Maximum Payload
511 lb
9.1 cu ft
Trunk Volume
3.6 cu ft




28.7 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data