About the Mazda MX-5
Last updated Jul 01, 2025The 2001 Mazda MX-5 is a sports car offered in a 2D convertible body style. Used prices in Australia typically range from $41,190 for the Base variant and topping out at $55,540 for the SP.
There are 2 variants of the MX-5 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in October of 2000.
Engine options include 1.8L multi-point injection (113kW/181Nm) and 1.8L turbo multi-point injection (150kW/280Nm). All variants feature 6-speed manual transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The 2001 MX-5 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
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2001 Mazda MX-5 Price
Base
SP
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.8L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $55,540 |
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2001 Mazda MX-5 Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2001 Mazda MX-5 Fuel Economy
| Mazda MX-5 | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.8L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | - |
2001 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 $41,190.
The most expensive Mazda MX-5 is the SP that starts from $55,540.
The best towing capacity of a Mazda MX-5 is null kg offered by the following variants: Base and SP.
The largest Mazda MX-5 is the Base which measures 1680mm wide, 3975mm in length and sits 1225mm tall.
The most powerful Mazda MX-5 is the SP which has 150kW of power from its 1.8L TURBO MULTI-POINT INJECTION engine.
The Mazda MX-5 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mazda MX-5 is the SP which weighs 0 kg (kerb weight).
The Mazda MX-5 uses premium unleaded.