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MAZDA MX-5 Used Car Review

In 1989 this compact, lightweight Japanese roadster emerged to invoke fond memories of great, affordable British sports cars of the past. One of the world's most popular sports cars ever since, the MX-5 has won countless fans with its engaging dynamics, affordable pricing and a retractable (soft or hard) roof that accessed open-air motoring.

Pros

Cons

  • Loveable small-capacity engines that like to rev
  • Superb manual gearshift action
  • Brilliantly agile handling yet rides comfortably
  • MX-5 models lacked Bluetooth until 2015 model
  • Latest 1.5L not as flexible as 2.0L engine
  • Interior quality has been patchy over years
  • Some ergonomic interior issues
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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Top2024 Mazda MX-5 ND G20 GT SKYACTIV-Drive White 6 Speed Sports Automatic Roadster

  • 2000 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2024 Mazda MX-5 ND G20 GT SKYACTIV-Drive White 6 Speed Sports Automatic Roadster

$55,141 Drive Away^
Burwood, VIC

Dealer demo
24 hours ago

Top2024 Mazda MX-5 ND G20 GT RF SKYACTIV-Drive Black 6 Speed Sports Automatic Targa

  • 300 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

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Capalaba, QLD

Dealer demo
7 hours ago

Top2015 Mazda MX-5 ND SKYACTIV-Drive Red 6 Speed Sports Automatic Roadster

  • 65718 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.5L

- MX5 ROADSTER... iconic, sleek and stylish - EASY AUTOMATIC ... an absolute pleasure to drive and a perfect weekender too - ONLY 65,000 KLMS... low kilometre reliable, low kilometre wear and tear - GOOD LOG BOOK SERVICE HISTORY... for total peace of mind - 1.5L ENGINE... designed to be fast and nippy - STUNNING AND ICONIC STYLING... looks great in premium Soul Red duco (which goes faster) with 16 inch sports alloy wheels, front sports fog lights, LED running lights and iconic MX5 styling

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Chermside, QLD

Dealer used
25/04/2024

Top2005 Mazda MX-5 NC30F1 True Red 6 Speed Sports Automatic Softtop

  • 75000 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This vehicle is available for immediate delivery, and includes VERY LOW KMS PRESENTS REALLY WELL. We are a family owned and operated business located in postcode 4510 offering vehicle sales, servicing, parts, and competitive finance & insurance. Our quality used vehicles are sourced as trade-ins from our Mazda and Hyundai new vehicle dealerships. All used vehicles are checked by our factory trained technicians 2 YEAR PROTECTION PLAN INCLUDED WITH THIS VEHICLE

$18,990 Drive Away^
Caboolture, QLD

Dealer used
26/04/2024

Top2015 Mazda MX-5 ND GT SKYACTIV-Drive Blue 6 Speed Sports Automatic Roadster

  • 44449 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

We are an Award Winning Mazda dealership and have fantastic finance packages available for all our new and used vehicles. Located only 75 minutes north of Melbourne our friendly team will do all we can to assist you in purchasing your new car. We pride ourselves on exceptional customer service and great deals. All of our vehicles are independently Road Worthy Checked and you will always have the support of our knowledgeable service team.

$31,990 Drive Away^
Bendigo, VIC

Dealer used
26/04/2024

2024 Mazda MX-5 ND G20 GT RF SKYACTIV-Drive Black 6 Speed Sports Automatic Targa

  • 300 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

****IN STOCK NOW, READY FOR TEST DRIVE****** **** 2023 PLATE CLEARANCE NOW ON SAVE $$$$ **** WE WOULD LOVE TO HELP YOU FIND YOUR NEW MAZDA! We understand no one likes waiting, Contact us and we will help you find the right Mazda for you. We have a great range of New & Demo Mazda vehicles in stock ready for immediate delivery as well as new stock arriving soon. Just a short drive from the BRISBANE CBD is the newest state of the art Mazda showroom in Queensland we can show y

$58,998 Drive Away^
Capalaba, QLD

Dealer demo
7 hours ago

2022 Mazda MX-5 ND GT SKYACTIV-Drive Deep Crystal Blue 6 Speed Sports Automatic Roadster

  • 6688 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

The 2022 Mazda MX-5 ND GT SKYACTIV-Drive Sports Automatic Roadster is a top-performing, sleek, and stylish vehicle designed for those who appreciate precision engineering and high-quality design. With its advanced SKYACTIV-Drive technology, this roadster offers smooth and responsive handling, making it a joy to drive on winding roads or straightaways. The GT trim level adds luxurious features such as leather-trimmed seats, a premium Bose sound system, and advanced safety technologies like blind

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Bungalow, QLD

Dealer used
22 hours ago

2024 Mazda MX-5 ND G20 GT SKYACTIV-Drive White 6 Speed Sports Automatic Roadster

  • 2000 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2024 Mazda MX-5 ND G20 GT SKYACTIV-Drive White 6 Speed Sports Automatic Roadster

$55,141 Drive Away^
Burwood, VIC

Dealer demo
24 hours ago

2015 Mazda MX-5 ND GT SKYACTIV-Drive Black 6 Speed Sports Automatic Roadster

  • 14396 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

PRICED TO SELL, GT MODEL, LOW KM's, AUTO, SERVICE BOOKS, LEATHER SEATS, SAT NAV (GPS), CRUISE CONTROL, BLUETOOTH, HEATED SEATS, SIDE AIRBAGS, ALLOY WHEELS, FULL ELECTRICS, ETC.... ALL ON ROAD COSTS (RWC, REGO, STAMP DUTY AND TRANSFER FEE) INCLUDED AT THIS PRICE - NO MORE TO PAY! WITH OVER 250 USED CARS IN STOCK, WE CAN HELP IN FINDING THE RIGHT CAR FOR YOU. WE ARE LOCATED ONLY 5 MINS AWAY FROM HOPPRS XING STATION, COME IN AND EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE AT VICTORIA’S BIGGEST HYUNDAI DEALERS

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Hoppers Crossing, VIC

Dealer used
26/04/2024

2005 Mazda MX-5 NC30F1 True Red 6 Speed Sports Automatic Softtop

  • 75000 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This vehicle is available for immediate delivery, and includes VERY LOW KMS PRESENTS REALLY WELL. We are a family owned and operated business located in postcode 4510 offering vehicle sales, servicing, parts, and competitive finance & insurance. Our quality used vehicles are sourced as trade-ins from our Mazda and Hyundai new vehicle dealerships. All used vehicles are checked by our factory trained technicians 2 YEAR PROTECTION PLAN INCLUDED WITH THIS VEHICLE

$18,990 Drive Away^
Caboolture, QLD

Dealer used
26/04/2024

2015 Mazda MX-5 ND GT SKYACTIV-Drive Blue 6 Speed Sports Automatic Roadster

  • 44449 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

We are an Award Winning Mazda dealership and have fantastic finance packages available for all our new and used vehicles. Located only 75 minutes north of Melbourne our friendly team will do all we can to assist you in purchasing your new car. We pride ourselves on exceptional customer service and great deals. All of our vehicles are independently Road Worthy Checked and you will always have the support of our knowledgeable service team.

$31,990 Drive Away^
Bendigo, VIC

Dealer used
26/04/2024

2015 Mazda MX-5 ND SKYACTIV-Drive Red 6 Speed Sports Automatic Roadster

  • 65718 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.5L

- MX5 ROADSTER... iconic, sleek and stylish - EASY AUTOMATIC ... an absolute pleasure to drive and a perfect weekender too - ONLY 65,000 KLMS... low kilometre reliable, low kilometre wear and tear - GOOD LOG BOOK SERVICE HISTORY... for total peace of mind - 1.5L ENGINE... designed to be fast and nippy - STUNNING AND ICONIC STYLING... looks great in premium Soul Red duco (which goes faster) with 16 inch sports alloy wheels, front sports fog lights, LED running lights and iconic MX5 styling

$28,999 Drive Away^
Chermside, QLD

Dealer used
25/04/2024

Overview of the Mazda Mx5

Overview of the Mazda Mx5

In 1989 this compact, lightweight Japanese roadster emerged to invoke fond memories of great, affordable British sports cars of the past.

One of the world's most popular sports cars ever since, the MX-5 has won countless fans with its engaging dynamics, affordable pricing and a retractable (soft or hard) roof that accessed open-air motoring.

MAZDA MX-5 GENERATIONS

1989-1997

1998-2005

2005-2015

2015 on

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption

1.5L 4-cylinder: 6.1 to 6.4 litres per 100km

2.0L 4-cylinder: 6.9 to 7.1 litres per 100km

2.0L 4-cylinder (pre-2015): 8.1 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO MAZDA MX-5

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: MAZDA MX-5 (2015 ON)

The first Mazda MX-5s have proven themselves to be very robust and durable, so it's no real surprise to learn that the all-new model from 2015 seems to represent more of the same.

About the only complaint we've heard is that some examples make a clunking noise from the rear suspension which has since been identified as a noise rather than a problem.

But we'd still drive any second-hand MX-5 through a commercial car-wash to check for leaks in the roof, but there's a high likelihood you'll almost never find one.

In the case of the sliding-roof RF model, make sure the roof works properly as it's a complicated set-up that requires proper alignment.

Beyond that, as with any sports car, check for accident damage. The rule of thumb is that if you can see where repairs have been made, they haven't been made properly.