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    2008 Mazda MX-5

    Used from

    $47,630 excl. on-roads

    Review Rating

    Very Good

    Safety Rating

    NA

    Warranty

    4 year, unlimited km

    Fuel Efficiency

    8.5 / 100km

    About the Mazda MX-5

    The 2008 Mazda MX-5 is a sports car offered in a 2D convertible body style. Used prices in Australia typically range from $47,630 for the Limited Edition variant and topping out at $47,630 for the Limited Edition.

    There is 1 variant of the MX-5 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in February of 2007.

    The Mazda MX-5 is only available with an null motor that produces 118kW and 188Nm of torque. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    The 2008 MX-5 was offered with a 4 year, unlimited km warranty.

    CarExpert Rating
    Very Good
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    Power to Weight
    107.01 kW/t
    68.39 kW/t
    252.73 kW/t
    Boot Space
    150 litres
    112 litres
    534 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    No Data
    7.52 L/100km
    12.05 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    No Data
    Price
    $47,630
    $42,100
    $426,100
    Warranty (Years)
    4 years
    2 years
    4 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    No Data
    Years on Sale
    31 years
    1 year
    31 years
    Service Interval
    No Data

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    2008 Mazda MX-5 Price

    *excl. on-roads

    2008 Mazda MX-5 Specs

    See our comprehensive details for the Mazda MX-5

    Limited Edition

    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Antenna
      • Type: Fixed Mast
    • Audio system
      • Disc Stacker
      • Disc Stacker Capacity: 6
      • Disc Player Reads Mp3
      • Radio: Am/fm
    • Bumpers
      • Colour: Painted
    • Convertible roof
      • Glass Rear Window
      • Operation: Manual
    • Cup holders
      • Type: Fixed
    • Disc stacker
      • Capacity: 6
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Electronic traction control
      • Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
    • Front seat
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Type: Sports
    • Head rests
      • Number: 2
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
      • Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Leather
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy
    • Non-corrosive body
      • Location: Part
      • Type: Alloy
    • Paint
      • Type: Metallic
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power steering
      • Type: Electric
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
    • Remote audio controls
      • Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 2
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 7
    • Steering wheel
      • Height Adjustment
      • Multi-function
      • Type: Leather Covered
    • Ventilation system
      • Particle Filter
    • Warranty anti-corrosion
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 72
    • Warranty paint
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty powertrain - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty roadside assistance
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty whole vehicle - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Fixed
    See all 2008 Mazda MX-5 Specs

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    2008 Mazda MX-5 Fuel Economy

    There are 1 different fuel economy figures for the Mazda MX-5

    The most fuel efficient Mazda MX-5 is the Limited Edition with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 2.0L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 8.5L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.

    Mazda MX-5Fuel TypeCombined
    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded8.5 L/100km
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    2008 Mazda MX-5 Warranty

    What is the warranty on a Mazda MX-5?

    The Mazda MX-5 offers a 4 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.

    Next Steps

    Take advantage of Australia’s BIGGEST new car website to find a great deal on a Mazda MX-5.

    Mazda MX-5 FAQs

    The cheapest Mazda MX-5 is the Limited Edition that starts from $47,630.

    The most expensive Mazda MX-5 is the Limited Edition that starts from $47,630.

    The best towing capacity of a Mazda MX-5 is offered by the Limited Edition which can tow null kg

    The largest Mazda MX-5 is the Limited Edition which measures 1720mm wide, 3995mm in length and sits 1245mm tall.

    The most powerful Mazda MX-5 is the Limited Edition which has 118kW of power from its 2.0L MULTI-POINT INJECTION engine.

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

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

    The Mazda MX-5 uses premium unleaded.