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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-MT RS Red 6 Speed Manual Roadster

  • 10 km
  • Convertible
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2024 Mazda MX-5 ND G20 GT SKYACTIV-MT RS Red 6 Speed Manual Roadster

$57,324 Drive Away^
Burwood, VIC

Dealer new
22/04/2024

Top2018 Mazda MX-5 ND Limited Edition RF SKYACTIV-MT White 6 Speed Manual Targa

  • 67630 km
  • Convertible
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2018 Mazda MX-5 Convertible Limited Edition RF 2dr SKYACTIV-MT 6sp 2.0i Manual | 67000klms | Service History Looks & Feels Amazing Excellent Condition 3 Months Registration Presents in a vibrant WHITE Exterior BLACK SUEDE w/ LEATHER Interior. Distinctive RED Stitching SILVER Inserts FEATURES: • Key-less Entry & Key-less Go | Bluetooth | Sat Navigation • Reverse Camera | Recaro Seats | Heated Seats • Lane Departure warning and Blind Spot Assist • Media: Apple CarPlay | Android Auto D.A

$34,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Croydon, NSW

Dealer used
22/04/2024

Top2024 Mazda MX-5 ND Mazda Y 6AUTO 2.0L G20 RF GT Jet Black 6 Speed Automatic Convertible

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

Don’t join a waitlist! This car is in stock right now for immediate delivery. We invite you to buy with confidence from one of QLD’s best rated dealerships – don’t take our word for it, with a positive 4.8 STAR rating and over 3000 reviews – see what our customers have to say! Your new Mazda is backed by Mazda’s 5YR unlimited kilometre factory warranty and national premium roadside assistance. As a locally owned family business in Brisbane we pride ourselves on delivering a Mazda owners

$59,003 Drive Away^
Mount Gravatt, QLD

Dealer new
21/04/2024

TopMAZDA MX-5 RF GT 2017

  • 57818 km
  • Convertible
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Buy your dream car online • Free home delivery in Sydney • Minimum 3 months registration • Comes with minimum 3 month warranty • Tested and inspected by experts in our state-of-the-art facility • 7-day money-back returns • Over 700 quality used cars to choose from This silver MAZDA MX-5 RF GT is in excellent condition. This is a 2 seat, 2 door vehicle with manual transmission. It has travelled 57818 km during its lifetime. It has a petrol fuel system with consumption of 6.9 L/100 k

$32,490 Excl. Gov. Charges
Alexandria, NSW

Dealer used
21/04/2024

Top2023 Mazda MX-5 ND G20 RF SKYACTIV-MT White 6 Speed Manual Targa

  • 0 km
  • Convertible
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

****Brand New**** The iconic Mazda MX-5 Roadster Manual Convertible available for immediate delivery! **** Includes Window Tint, Paint Protection and Interior Protection! **** Lighter and more streamlined than ever, MX-5 captures Mazdas signature Kodo Design philosophy in its most exciting form. Jinba Ittai, the philosophy of horse and rider as one can be felt in the ultra-responsive handling and enhanced feeling of balance and control as a result of perfect 50 50 front to rear weight distri

$46,990 Drive Away^
Brighton, VIC

Dealer new
22/04/2024

Top2024 Mazda MX-5 Mazda Y 6MAN 2.0L G20 ROADSTER GT Soul Red Crystal 6 Speed Manual Convertible

  • 25 km
  • Convertible
  • Manual

2024 Mazda MX-5 Mazda Y 6MAN 2.0L G20 ROADSTER GT Soul Red Crystal 6 Speed Manual Convertible

$53,423 Drive Away^
Mount Gravatt, QLD

Dealer new
19 hours ago

2000 Mazda MX-5 NB Red 5 Speed Manual Convertible

  • 156054 km
  • Convertible
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

*** We are open for business by appointment*** *** Please phone first to make sure someone is here to help you with your enquiry*** 2 Owner Complied and sold 2000, with original books/service history 5 speed manual. Looks and drives great!! RWC Stat Warranty!! We have been buying and selling Mercedes Benz and other European makes for over 30 years in Brisbane. W

$14,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Moorooka, QLD

Dealer used
18 hours ago

2024 Mazda MX-5 Mazda Y 6MAN 2.0L G20 ROADSTER GT Soul Red Crystal 6 Speed Manual Convertible

  • 25 km
  • Convertible
  • Manual

2024 Mazda MX-5 Mazda Y 6MAN 2.0L G20 ROADSTER GT Soul Red Crystal 6 Speed Manual Convertible

$53,423 Drive Away^
Mount Gravatt, QLD

Dealer new
19 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

$34,990 Drive Away^
Hoppers Crossing, VIC

Dealer used
20 hours ago

2015 Mazda MX-5 K Black 6 Speed Manual Roadster

  • 95217 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.5L

2015 Mazda MX-5 Roadster, 1.5L, 4 cylinder, 6 speed manual, triple black - outside inside and top. Excellent condition with only 95,000 kilometers. Mazda service history and comes with owner's manual and log book. Can come with 6 months registration and safety certificate, 12-month warranty included. Fun reliable sports car.

$27,900 Excl. Gov. Charges
Capalaba, QLD

Dealer used
Yesterday

2024 Mazda MX-5 ND G20 GT SKYACTIV-MT RS Red 6 Speed Manual Roadster

  • 10 km
  • Convertible
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2024 Mazda MX-5 ND G20 GT SKYACTIV-MT RS Red 6 Speed Manual Roadster

$57,324 Drive Away^
Burwood, VIC

Dealer new
22/04/2024

2023 Mazda MX-5 ND G20 RF SKYACTIV-MT White 6 Speed Manual Targa

  • 0 km
  • Convertible
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

****Brand New**** The iconic Mazda MX-5 Roadster Manual Convertible available for immediate delivery! **** Includes Window Tint, Paint Protection and Interior Protection! **** Lighter and more streamlined than ever, MX-5 captures Mazdas signature Kodo Design philosophy in its most exciting form. Jinba Ittai, the philosophy of horse and rider as one can be felt in the ultra-responsive handling and enhanced feeling of balance and control as a result of perfect 50 50 front to rear weight distri

$46,990 Drive Away^
Brighton, VIC

Dealer new
22/04/2024

2002 Mazda MX-5 SP Turbo

  • 72000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

2002 Mazda MX-5 SP Turbo Buy an amazing investment opportunity and a slice of exclusive Australian automotive history. Only 100 MX-5 SP Turbos were modified by Mazda Motorsport Australia (this car is number 55), led by Allan Horsley with the approval of Mazda Japan. (this car spurred on the more common SE Turbo from 2004 which are also currently becoming collectible with low km, but had less power and slower than the AU spec SP turbo experiment). Not cheap at $60,000 when new 21 years ago

$64,500
Box Hill North, VIC

22/04/2024

2018 Mazda MX-5 ND Limited Edition RF SKYACTIV-MT White 6 Speed Manual Targa

  • 67630 km
  • Convertible
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2018 Mazda MX-5 Convertible Limited Edition RF 2dr SKYACTIV-MT 6sp 2.0i Manual | 67000klms | Service History Looks & Feels Amazing Excellent Condition 3 Months Registration Presents in a vibrant WHITE Exterior BLACK SUEDE w/ LEATHER Interior. Distinctive RED Stitching SILVER Inserts FEATURES: • Key-less Entry & Key-less Go | Bluetooth | Sat Navigation • Reverse Camera | Recaro Seats | Heated Seats • Lane Departure warning and Blind Spot Assist • Media: Apple CarPlay | Android Auto D.A

$34,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Croydon, NSW

Dealer used
22/04/2024

MAZDA MX-5 RF GT 2017

  • 57818 km
  • Convertible
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Buy your dream car online • Free home delivery in Sydney • Minimum 3 months registration • Comes with minimum 3 month warranty • Tested and inspected by experts in our state-of-the-art facility • 7-day money-back returns • Over 700 quality used cars to choose from This silver MAZDA MX-5 RF GT is in excellent condition. This is a 2 seat, 2 door vehicle with manual transmission. It has travelled 57818 km during its lifetime. It has a petrol fuel system with consumption of 6.9 L/100 k

$32,490 Excl. Gov. Charges
Alexandria, NSW

Dealer used
21/04/2024

2024 Mazda MX-5 ND Mazda Y 6AUTO 2.0L G20 RF GT Jet Black 6 Speed Automatic Convertible

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

Don’t join a waitlist! This car is in stock right now for immediate delivery. We invite you to buy with confidence from one of QLD’s best rated dealerships – don’t take our word for it, with a positive 4.8 STAR rating and over 3000 reviews – see what our customers have to say! Your new Mazda is backed by Mazda’s 5YR unlimited kilometre factory warranty and national premium roadside assistance. As a locally owned family business in Brisbane we pride ourselves on delivering a Mazda owners

$59,003 Drive Away^
Mount Gravatt, QLD

Dealer new
21/04/2024

1993 Mazda MX-5 LIMITED EDITION 5 SP MANUAL 2D HARDTOP

  • 185000 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.6L

Mazda MX-5 NA Series 3 1.8 litre 5-Sp (Laguna Blue) with factory hardtop! Air-conditioning, power steering, bluetooth stereo and power windows. Very good original factory condition with great paint, no rust or leaks. Leather steering wheel, gear boot, and doors have been retrimmed. Brown Davis (CAMS approved) roll cage and strut brace. Everything works and it drives and sounds fantastic. Manuals, log books, and extensive receipts. Water pump and cambelt were replaced. Original stereo and steeri

$24,500Negotiable
The Entrance, NSW

08/04/2024

2000 Mazda MX-5 Race Car with Tilta Car Trailer Package Deal

  • 98999 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

2000 nb8b 1.8 VVt engine and 6 speed version Approx. 100km on the engine and chassis. AVO turbo kit with wideband A/F meter and Adaptronic ECU 162rwkw at 10psi Tuned by Castle Hill Performance Safe tune for longevity at track days and not outright power. Brown Davis Roll bar with CAMS paperwork Factory Hard top with bolt in mount kit Yellowspeed Coilovers Whiteline front anti-roll bar Bauer Extended lower ball joints (for more -ve camber) Rebuilt brakes new seals and pistons Slotted discs Up

$26,000Negotiable
Narellan, NSW

07/04/2024

Mazda MX-5 Clubman 1993

  • 332782 km
  • Convertible
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

Mazda MX5 Clubman - Build date Sep 1993. Clubmans came standard with a 1.8 litre twin-cam engine, Torsen diff, Bilstein suspension, five-speed gearbox, non-power steering, power windows and power mirrors. This one has the optional air conditioning. No cracks in the dash, or instrument hood. It was recently barn-stored, for several years, and the engine turns-over, but does not fire, unless some Start Ya Bastard is deployed. When it was on-road, the propshaft (?) was becoming noisy. I acqui

$7,000
Albany, WA

04/04/2024

MAZDA MX5 NA 1989 ROADSTER

  • 245882 km
  • Convertible
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.6L

MAZDA MX 5 NA 1989 ROADSTER .GOOD CONDITION COMES WITH POWER STEERING/AIR CONDITIONING/ELECTRIC WINDOWS STEREO WITH CD PLAYER MINILITE LOOKALIKE WHEELS MOMO STEERING WHEEL 245.882 KM ON CLOCK NO REGO NO RWC AS IS

$13,500
Bulla, VIC

01/04/2024

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.