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About the Mazda MX-5
Last updated Jul 01, 2025The 2023 Mazda MX-5 is a sports car offered in both 2D convertible and 2D targa body styles. Used prices in Australia typically range from $38,340 for the Base variant and topping out at $52,790 for the GT.
There are 3 variants of the MX-5 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in October of 2022.
The Mazda MX-5 is only available with an null motor that produces 135kW and 205Nm of torque. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The 2023 MX-5 was offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
CarExpert Rating
Good
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Power to Weight
123.37 - 132.56 kW/t
80 kW/t
475 kW/t
Boot Space
127 - 130 litres
74 litres
465 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.8 - 7.19 L/100km
4.61 L/100km
13.89 L/100km
Vehicle Range
625 - 662 km
392 km
1,224 km
Price
$38,340 - $52,790
$38,340
$929,888
Warranty (Years)
5 years
2 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
999,999 km - Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 10 years
New this year
10 years
Service Interval
12 months
9 months
24 months
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2023 Mazda MX-5 Price
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2023 Mazda MX-5 Dimensions
1235mm
1735mm
3915mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2023 Mazda MX-5 Fuel Economy
| Mazda MX-5 | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Targa, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 7.2 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Targa, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.9 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 7.0 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.8 L/100km |
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2023 Mazda MX-5 vs other Sports Cars to consider
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Very Good
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Very Good
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Very Good
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Good
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Mazda MX-5 FAQs
The cheapest Mazda MX-5 is the Base that starts from $38,340.
The most expensive Mazda MX-5 is the GT that starts from $52,790.
The best towing capacity of a Mazda MX-5 is null kg offered by the following variants: Base, GT and GT RS.
The largest Mazda MX-5 is the Base which measures 1735mm wide, 3915mm in length and sits 1235mm tall.
The most powerful Mazda MX-5 is the Base which has 135kW of power from its 2.0L PETROL DIRECT INJECTION engine.
The Mazda MX-5 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mazda MX-5 is the Base which weighs 0 kg (kerb weight).
The Mazda MX-5 uses premium unleaded.