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    Mazda MX-5

    New from

    $36,090 excl. on-roads

    8.2

    CarExpert Rating

    Safety Rating

    5

    Warranty

    5 year

    Fuel Efficiency

    6.1-9.1 L / 100KM

    About the Mazda MX-5

    Last updated Oct 23, 2024

    The 2022 Mazda MX-5 is classified as a 2 Door Convertible currently on sale in Australia as part of the MX5V generation, starting from $36,090 MLRP for the ROADSTER and topping out at $56,140 for the G20 RF GT RS.

    There are 23 variants available for our market and the current year model went on sale in Jan of 2022. The MX-5 is built in Japan and is available with 1.5L Gasoline Direct Injection, equipped with a 6 Speed Manual transmission with the drive sent to RWD. The MX-5 is offered with a 5 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.

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    Mazda MX-5 Rating

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    Overall rating

    8.2

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    9.2

    Mazda MX-5 News

    2024 Mazda MX-5 Reviews

    2024 Mazda MX-5 Price

    VariantPrice From*Price To*
    G20 ROADSTER$41,520$41,520
    G20 RF$46,250$46,250
    G20 ROADSTER GT$48,640$50,140
    G20 ROADSTER GT RS$51,640$51,640
    G20 RF GT$53,140$54,640
    G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH$55,660$55,660
    G20 RF GT RS$56,140$56,140
    *excl. on-roads

    2022 Mazda MX-5 Specs

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    2022 Mazda MX-5 Dimensions

    1225mm
    1735mm
    3915mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

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    2024 Mazda MX-5 Towing Capacity

    2024 Mazda MX-5 Fuel Economy

    There are 5 different fuel economy figures for the Mazda MX-5

    The most fuel efficient Mazda MX-5 is the ROADSTER with a 6 Speed Manual which is powered by a 1.5L Gasoline Direct Injection and uses 6.1L of premium unleaded petrol per 100km on the combined cycle.

    The Mazda MX-5 that uses the most amount of fuel is the G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH with a 6 Speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection and uses 9.1L of premium unleaded petrol per 100km on the combined cycle.

    Below is a table of all the Mazda MX-5 variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.

    Mazda MX-5Fuel TypeCombined
    G20 RFPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL6.9
    G20 RF GTPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL6.9
    G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTHPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL9.1
    G20 RF GT RSPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL6.9
    G20 ROADSTERPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL6.9
    G20 ROADSTER GTPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL6.9
    G20 ROADSTER GT RSPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL6.9
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    Cost of ownership

    What is the running and servicing costs of a Mazda MX-5?

    VariantEngine TypeMonthKilometre
    ROADSTER1.5L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months10,000km
    ROADSTER1.5L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months10,000km
    RF2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months10,000km
    G20 ROADSTER2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months15,000km
    RF2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months10,000km
    ROADSTER GT2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months10,000km
    ROADSTER GT2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months10,000km
    G20 RF2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months15,000km
    ROADSTER GT RS2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months10,000km
    RF GT2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months10,000km
    G20 ROADSTER GT2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months15,000km
    RF GT BURGUNDY LEATHER2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months10,000km
    RF GT WHITE LEATHER2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months10,000km
    RF GT2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months10,000km
    G20 ROADSTER GT2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months15,000km
    RF GT RS2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months10,000km
    RF GT BURGUNDY LEATHER2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months10,000km
    RF GT WHITE LEATHER2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months10,000km
    G20 ROADSTER GT RS2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months15,000km
    G20 RF GT2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months15,000km
    G20 RF GT2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months15,000km
    G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months15,000km
    G20 RF GT RS2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection12 Months15,000km

    You should service your MX-5 at your authorised Mazda dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the MX-5’s warranty.

    2024 Mazda MX-5 Warranty

    What is the warranty on a Mazda MX-5?

    The Mazda MX-5 offers a 5 year unlimited kilometre warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.

    Mazda MX-5 FAQs

    The cheapest Mazda MX-5 is the ROADSTER that starts from $36,090.

    The most expensive Mazda MX-5 is the G20 RF GT RS that starts from $56,140.

    The best towing capacity of a Mazda MX-5 is 0Kg offered by the following variants

    • ROADSTER
    • RF
    • G20 ROADSTER
    • ROADSTER GT
    • G20 RF
    • ROADSTER GT RS
    • RF GT
    • G20 ROADSTER GT
    • RF GT BURGUNDY LEATHER
    • RF GT WHITE LEATHER
    • RF GT RS
    • G20 ROADSTER GT RS
    • G20 RF GT
    • G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH
    • G20 RF GT RS

    The largest Mazda MX-5 is the RF which measures 1735mm wide, 3915mm in length and sits 1235mm tall.

    The most powerful Mazda MX-5 is the RF which has 135kW of power from its 2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection engine.

    The Mazda MX-5 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Mazda MX-5 is the RF which weighs 0 kg (kerb weight).

    The Mazda MX-5 uses premium unleaded petrol.