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2021 Mazda MX-5 price and specs
Mazda has added a new range-topping model to its MX-5 line-up, backed by wireless Apple CarPlay across the board.
4 Years Ago
About the Mazda MX-5
The 2020 Mazda MX-5 is a sports car offered in both 2D convertible and 2D targa body styles. Used prices in Australia typically range from $35,390 for the Base variant and topping out at $50,920 for the GT.
There are 4 variants of the MX-5 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2020.
Engine options include 2.0L petrol direct injection (135kW/205Nm) and 1.5L petrol direct injection (97kW/152Nm). Available with 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The 2020 MX-5 was offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
CarExpert Rating
Very Good
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Power to Weight
94.85 - 132.56 kW/t
76.09 kW/t
445.16 kW/t
Boot Space
127 - 130 litres
74 litres
465 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.21 - 7.19 L/100km
4.9 L/100km
15.63 L/100km
Vehicle Range
625 - 726 km
392 km
1,347 km
Price
$35,390 - $50,920
$29,490
$846,888
Warranty (Years)
5 years
1 year
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
999,999 km
10,000 km
999,999 km
Years on Sale
31 years
1 year
31 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
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2020 Mazda MX-5 Price
Base
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $35,390 |
| 1.5L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $35,390 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Targa, Petrol, RWD | $35,390 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Targa, Petrol, RWD | $35,390 |
GT
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $43,320 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $43,320 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Targa, Petrol, RWD | $43,320 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Targa, Petrol, RWD | $43,320 |
100th Anniversary
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $45,320 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Targa, Petrol, RWD | $45,320 |
30th Anniversary
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $49,990 |
*excl. on-roads
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2020 Mazda MX-5 Dimensions
1225mm
1735mm
3915mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2020 Mazda MX-5 Fuel Economy
There are 6 different fuel economy figures for the Mazda MX-5
The most fuel efficient Mazda MX-5 is the Base with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 1.5L PETROL DIRECT INJECTION and uses 6.2L 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 7.2L 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 6.2 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Targa, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 7.2 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Targa, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.9 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.
2020 Mazda MX-5 Warranty
What is the warranty on a Mazda MX-5?
The Mazda MX-5 offers a 5 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 $35,390.
The most expensive Mazda MX-5 is the GT that starts from $50,920.
The best towing capacity of a Mazda MX-5 is null kg offered by the following variants: Base, GT, 100th Anniversary and 30th Anniversary.
The largest Mazda MX-5 is the Base which measures 1735mm wide, 3915mm in length and sits 1235mm tall.
The most powerful Mazda MX-5 is the Base which has 135kW 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.