About the Mazda MX-5
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2018 Mazda MX-5's used prices in Australia typically range from $20,600 for the Roadster variant and topping out at $34,300 for the RF Limited Edition (5yr).
There are 14 variants of the MX-5 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2018.
Engine options include 1.5L petrol (96kW/150Nm) and 2.0L petrol (118kW/200Nm). Available with 6 speed manual or 6 speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The 2018 MX-5 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.
2018 Mazda MX-5 Price
Base
GT
LIMITED EDITION
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6 sp manual Premium Unleaded RWD 2d Targa | $52,210 |
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2018 Mazda MX-5 Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2018 Mazda MX-5 Fuel Economy
There are 8 different fuel economy figures for the Mazda MX-5
The most fuel efficient Mazda MX-5 is the ROADSTER with a 6 SPEED MANUAL which is powered by a 1.5L GASOLINE DIRECT INJ and uses 6.1L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Mazda MX-5 that uses the most amount of fuel is the RF GT (BLACK ROOF) with a 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 2.0L GASOLINE DIRECT INJ and uses 7.2L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the {modelTitle} 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5L, 6 sp automatic Premium Unleaded RWD 2d Convertible | Premium Unleaded | 6.4 L/100km |
| 1.5L, 6 sp manual Premium Unleaded RWD 2d Convertible | Premium Unleaded | 6.1 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6 sp automatic Premium Unleaded RWD 2d Targa | Premium Unleaded | 7.4 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6 sp manual Premium Unleaded RWD 2d Targa | Premium Unleaded | 7.0 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6 sp manual Premium Unleaded RWD 2d Convertible | Premium Unleaded | 6.9 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6 sp automatic Premium Unleaded RWD 2d Convertible | Premium Unleaded | 7.1 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.
2018 Mazda MX-5 Warranty
What is the warranty on a Mazda MX-5?
The Mazda MX-5 offers a 3 year unlimited kilometre 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.
Mazda MX-5 FAQs
The cheapest Mazda MX-5 is the ROADSTER that starts from $20,600.
The most expensive Mazda MX-5 is the RF LIMITED EDITION (5YR) that starts from $34,300.
The best towing capacity of a Mazda MX-5 is null kg offered by the following variants: ROADSTER, ROADSTER (5YR), ROADSTER GT, RF, RF (5YR), ROADSTER GT (5YR), RF GT, ROADSTER GT (TAN), RF GT (BLACK ROOF), RF GT (5YR), RF GT (BLACK ROOF) (5YR), RF GT (TAN), RF LIMITED EDITION and RF LIMITED EDITION (5YR).
The largest Mazda MX-5 is the RF which measures 1735mm wide, 3915mm in length and sits 1235mm tall.
The most powerful Mazda MX-5 is the RF which has 135kW of power from its 2.0L GASOLINE DIRECT INJ engine.
The Mazda MX-5 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mazda MX-5 is the RF which weighs 0 kg (kerb weight).
The Mazda MX-5 uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.