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Kona vs MX-5 Superlight Concept

HYUNDAI · Mazda

1/4 Mile winner
MX-5 Superlight Concept
Beats the Kona by 0.08s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the MX-5 Superlight Concept beats the Kona by a hair, finishing 0.08 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the MX-5 Superlight Concept thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
147 hp
143 hp
0–100 km/h
7.5s
7.5s
Top speed
185 km/h
200 km/h
Engine
1.6L PETROL
1.8L Inline-4
Fuel
Petrol/EV
Petrol
Torque
400 Nm
160 Nm
Price
$20,500
$32,500

Simulated race times

Distance
Kona
MX-5 Superlight Concept
100 m
6.850s
6.903s
1/8 mile
10.210s
10.237s
1/4 mile
15.542s
15.465s
1 km
28.607s
28.007s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the Kona is the obvious pick at $20,500 versus the MX-5 Superlight Concept's $32,500. Choose the Kona if instant torque, silent running and lower running costs matter most. Choose the MX-5 Superlight Concept if you want the soundtrack and the long-distance ease that combustion still owns.

FAQ

Which is faster, the Kona or the MX-5 Superlight Concept?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the MX-5 Superlight Concept is faster, beating the Kona by 0.08 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Kona vs the MX-5 Superlight Concept?

The Kona hits 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds, while the MX-5 Superlight Concept does it in 7.5 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Kona produces 147 hp; the MX-5 Superlight Concept produces 143 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Kona tops out at 185 km/h, and the MX-5 Superlight Concept reaches 200 km/h.

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