About the Mazda MX-5
The 2016 Mazda MX-5 is a sports car offered in a 2D convertible body style. Used prices in Australia typically range from $31,990 for the Base variant and topping out at $41,550 for the GT.
There are 2 variants of the MX-5 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2016.
Engine options include 1.5L petrol direct injection (96kW/150Nm) and 2.0L petrol direct injection (118kW/200Nm). Available with 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The 2016 MX-5 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
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2016 Mazda MX-5 Price
Base
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $31,990 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $31,990 |
| 1.5L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $31,990 |
| 1.5L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $31,990 |
GT
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $37,990 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $37,990 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $37,990 |
| 1.5L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $37,990 |
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2016 Mazda MX-5 Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2016 Mazda MX-5 Fuel Economy
There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the Mazda MX-5
The most fuel efficient Mazda MX-5 is the GT with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 1.5L PETROL DIRECT INJECTION and uses 6.1L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Mazda MX-5 that uses the most amount of fuel is the Base with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.0L PETROL DIRECT INJECTION and uses 7.1L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test 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-5 | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.9 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 7.1 L/100km |
| 1.5L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.4 L/100km |
| 1.5L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.1 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Mazda MX-5?
The Mazda MX-5 has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first.
2016 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 $31,990.
The most expensive Mazda MX-5 is the GT that starts from $41,550.
The best towing capacity of a Mazda MX-5 is null kg offered by the following variants: Base and GT.
The largest Mazda MX-5 is the Base which measures 1735mm wide, 3915mm in length and sits 1230mm tall.
The most powerful Mazda MX-5 is the Base which has 118kW 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.