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    2001 Mazda MX-5

    The new Mazda MX-5 is a sports car offered in a 2D Convertible body style. Available in Australia from $41,190 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $61,100 for the SP.

    There are 2 variants of the MX-5 available in Australia.

    Engine options include 1.8L multi-point injection (113kW/181Nm) and 1.8L turbo multi-point injection (150kW/280Nm). Available with 6-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    The new 2001 MX-5 is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Retail Price

    $41,190 - $61,100†

    Transmission

    4-speed auto or 6-speed manual

    Driven Wheels

    Rear

    Fuel Type

    Premium Unleaded

    Body Types

    Convertible

    Powertrain Type

    N/A

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    Retail Price

    $41,190 - $61,100†

    Transmission

    4-speed auto or 6-speed manual

    Driven Wheels

    Rear

    Fuel Type

    Premium Unleaded

    Body Types

    Convertible

    Powertrain Type

    N/A

    Expert Rating

    Very Good

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    2001 Mazda MX-5

    Available Variants

    The Mazda MX-5 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being SP.

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    Power to Weight
    94.44 - 142.09 kW/t
    64.19 kW/t
    154.14 kW/t
    Boot Space
    144 litres
    115 litres
    310 litres
    Price
    $41,190 - $61,100
    $38,990
    $99,990
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    1 year
    3 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    32,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 - 10 years
    2 years
    9 years
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    Dimensions

    3,975 mm
    1,680 mm
    1,225 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length3,975 mm
    Overall Width1,680 mm
    Overall Height1,225 mm
    Wheelbase2,265 mm
    Turning Circle9,200 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Mazda MX-5 is the Base that starts from $41,190.

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    The most expensive Mazda MX-5 is the SP that starts from $61,100.

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    The best towing capacity of a Mazda MX-5 is null kg offered by the following variants: Base and SP.

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    The largest Mazda MX-5 is the Base which measures 1680mm wide, 3975mm in length and sits 1225mm tall.

    The most powerful Mazda MX-5 is the SP which has 159kW of power from its 1.8L Turbo Multi-Point Injection engine.

    The Mazda MX-5 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Mazda MX-5 is the SP which weighs null kg (kerb weight).

    The Mazda MX-5 uses Premium Unleaded.

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