About the Mazda MX-5
Last updated Jul 01, 2025The 1998 Mazda MX-5 is a sports car offered in a 2D convertible body style. Used prices in Australia typically range from $39,800 for the Base variant and topping out at $46,355 for the Base.
There is 1 variant of the MX-5 available in Australia.
The Mazda MX-5 is only available with an null motor that produces 106kW and 165Nm of torque. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The 1998 MX-5 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
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1998 Mazda MX-5 Dimensions
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1998 Mazda MX-5 Fuel Economy
Mazda MX-5 | Fuel Type | Combined |
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1.8L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | Unleaded | - |
1.8L, 4-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | Unleaded | - |
1998 Mazda MX-5 Warranty
What is the warranty on a Mazda MX-5?
The Mazda MX-5 offers a 3 year unlimited km 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.
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Mazda MX-5 FAQs
The cheapest Mazda MX-5 is the Base that starts from $0.
The most expensive Mazda MX-5 is the Base that starts from $46,355.
The best towing capacity of a Mazda MX-5 is offered by the Base which can tow null kg
The largest Mazda MX-5 is the Base which measures 1675mm wide, 3975mm in length and sits 1230mm tall.
The most powerful Mazda MX-5 is the Base which has 106kW of power from its 1.8L MULTI-POINT 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 unleaded.