The Comparative Analysis :
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 Turbo (15 - 16) vs. Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 131 (17 - 18)
€ 25,000

€ 28,500

€ 25,000
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 28,500
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The Hyundai Veloster 1.6 Turbo is significantly bigger in every dimension. It's 13.2 inches longer, 2.8 inches wider and 6.9 inches taller than the Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 131.
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 Turbo
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 131
55.3
71.1
79.3
48.4
68.3
75.5
71.1 in
Width
68.3 in
79.3 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
75.5 in
55.3 in
Height
48.4 in
104.3
167.3
90.9
154.1
167.3 in
Length
154.1 in
104.3 in
Wheelbase
90.9 in
Vehicle Weight
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 Turbo
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 131
2939 lb
Curb Weight
2403 lb
3858 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
2789 lb

Weight Difference:
536 lb
18.24 %

General
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 Turbo
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 131
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 Turbo
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 131
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.6 L / 78 cu in
Displacement
1.5 L / 73 cu in
183 hp
at 5500 rpm
Power
129 hp
at 7000 rpm
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 Turbo
183 hp
129 hp
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 131
195 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
111 lb‑ft
at 4800 rpm
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 Turbo
195 lb‑ft
111 lb‑ft
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 131
Performance
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 Turbo
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 131
133 mph
Maximum Speed
126 mph
8.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.6 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
384 ft
0.000 sec

Hyundai Veloster 1.6 Turbo
62 mph
62
mph
mph
390 ft
0.000 sec

Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 131
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16.06 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
18.63 lb/hp
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 Turbo
16.06 lb/hp
18.63 lb/hp
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 131
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 Turbo
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 131
Fuel Economy
34 mpg
combined
39 mpg
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 Turbo
34 mpg
39 mpg
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 131
25 mpg
city
29 mpg
43 mpg
highway
48 mpg
13.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.9 gal
450 mi
Range
459 mi
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 Turbo
450 mi
459 mi
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 131
Environmental Impact
130.7 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).
115.6 kWh
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 Turbo
130.7 kWh
115.6 kWh
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 131
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
253 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
229 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Hyundai Veloster 1.6 Turbo
Mazda MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 131
4
Doors
2
4
No. of Seats
2
919 lb
Maximum Payload
386 lb
9.1 cu ft
Trunk Volume
3.6 cu ft




28.7 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data