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Overview
- Body
- Two SeatersEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Transmission
- Manual 6-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Powertrain
- GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Fuel
- PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Engine & performance
- Cyl
- 4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Start-stop system
- NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Efficiency
- MPG Hwy
- 34 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- MPG City
- 26 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- MPG Comb
- 29 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Fuel $/yr
- $2,650EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- CO₂
- 305 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Eco Score
- 6/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Smog score
- 2/10
- Elec. Range
- 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Real-world MPG
- 29 mpg, reported by 1 drivermatches the EPA combined estimate
- SmartWay certified
- No
Dimensions & capacity
- Length
- 154 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Width
- 68 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Height
- 49 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Wheelbase
- 91 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Curb Weight
- 2,348 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Safety NHTSA, model year
- Recalls
- 1
- Owner complaints
- 2
Feature availability
Comfort
- Heated seatsUnconfirmedPackage only
- Leather seatsUnconfirmedPackage only
Audio
- Bose audioUnconfirmedPackage only
- Premium audio (any brand)UnconfirmedStandalone option
Cameras & visibility
- Backup cameraStandard
Driver assist
- Adaptive cruise controlUnconfirmedPackage only
- Automatic emergency brakingStandard
- Blind-spot monitorUnconfirmedStandalone option
- Lane-keeping assistUnconfirmedPackage only
Convenience
- Android AutoStandard
- Apple CarPlayStandard
- Keyless entryStandard
- Navigation systemUnconfirmedStandard
- Push-button startStandard
Exterior
- Adaptive headlightsUnconfirmedPackage only
Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year
- SEAT BELTS50%
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER50%
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 2 total.
Mazda MX-5: best and worst yearsKnown issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year
65 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year
Jun 4, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSA-033-26
This SA supersedes the previously issued SA(s) listed below. The changes are noted below in Red. SA-029/25 10/16/25 and 06/02/25 DESCRIPTION This service information provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in stock at the dealer, inspect and maintain the batteries periodically according to the repair procedure. REPAIR PROCEDUR
May 19, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSA-034-26
This service alert supersedes the previously issued service alert listed below. The changes are noted in Red text. SA-047/25 10/07/25 DESCRIPTION When the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) replacement is necessary due to a failure, use MDARS to activate the new TCU after replacement. Use the information in this service alert to initialize the new TCU until the procedure on MGSS is updated. CAUTION: DO NOT swap TCU with another vehicle as the TCU is VIN locked after activation. A TCU swap with anoth
Apr 30, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERSA-031-26
DESCRIPTION Some vehicles may require the replacement of a damaged VIN plate or vehicle certification label. To obtain a replacement VIN plate (bulkhead-mounted and visible through the lower-left area of the windshield), contact DAG (Dealer Assistance Group) using VIN Plate Request Form available on One Mazda. To obtain a replacement vehicle certification label (located on the Bpillar or front door), contact your assigned DSM (District Service Manager) to place the order. If DSM contact informa
Apr 21, 2026ENGINESA-029-26
This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below: The changes are noted in Red. SA-011/24 02/12/24, 06/06/24, 07/29/24 DESCRIPTION Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manual. Services performed outside of Mazda's factory scheduled maintenance are not recommended. These services ar
Apr 16, 2026ENGINESA-026-26
This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued M-Tip(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red text. MT-002/19 09/30/19 and 12/19/19 DESCRIPTION If an engine assembly is replaced after a catastrophic internal mechanical failure, clean the intake manifold internally before installing a replacement engine assembly. If the intake manifold is not cleaned properly, the replacement engine may fail prematurely. Metallic debris from the old engine (with catastrophic internal mechanical failure)
Apr 15, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSA-027-26
This SA supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below. The changes are noted below in Red. SA-007/25 10/22/25, 06/02/25 and 02/03/25 DESCRIPTION The Mazda DCA-8000 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda DCA-8000 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to test Mazda vehicle batteries and to generate a Warranty Code. NOTE: A Warranty Code is required for warranty
Feb 26, 2026EXTERIOR LIGHTING09-011-26
This bulletin supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below. The changes are noted in Red. 09-019/25 04/15/25 Some vehicles equipped with the Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) may exhibit the exterior light warning light/exterior light warning indication on while driving or when the ignition is turned on and DTC B10A3:86 (Error signal received from swivel actuator (LH)) stored in memory. NOTE: The combination light with AFS can be distinguished if it is equipped with the parking l
Jan 31, 2026STRUCTURE:BODY09-007-26
Some vehicles may exhibit the power window(s) not working properly (window does not move or has fallen into the door) and/or making an abnormal noise while operating the power window switch. This may be caused by the cable of the power window motor being damaged from water entry through area (1) of the front beltline molding. Convertible Top: To eliminate this concern, the shape of the door glass has been modified during mass production to prevent water entry to the power window regulator. Retra
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Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
Warranty manufacturer terms, by make
- Basic
- 3 yr / 36k mi
- Powertrain
- 5 yr / 60k mi
- Roadside assistance
- 3 yr / 36k mi
- EV battery
- 8 yr / 100k mi
Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.