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Mazda MX-5 recalled due to fire risk
A potentially faulty fuel pipe presents a fire risk and potential injury for Australian owners of Mazda MX-5s made between 2016 and 2018.
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About the Mazda MX-5
The new Mazda MX-5 is a sports car offered in a 2D Convertible body style. Available in Australia from $31,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $41,550 for the GT.
There are 2 variants of the MX-5 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in May of 2015.
Engine options include 1.5L petrol direct injection (96kW/150Nm), 1.5L petrol direct injection (96kW/150Nm) and 2.0L petrol direct injection (118kW/200Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
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2016 Mazda MX-5 Price
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2015 Mazda MX-5 Dimensions
1230mm
1735mm
3915mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2016 Mazda MX-5 Fuel Economy
There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the Mazda MX-5
The most fuel efficient Mazda MX-5 is the GT with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 1.5L Petrol Direct Injection and uses 6.1L 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 7.1L 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 | Unleaded | - |
| 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 | Unleaded | - |
| 1.5L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.1 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 7.1 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.9 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Mazda MX-5?
You should service your MX-5 at your authorised Mazda dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the MX-5's warranty.
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Mazda MX-5 FAQs
The cheapest Mazda MX-5 is the GT that starts from $0.
The most expensive Mazda MX-5 is the GT that starts from $41,550.
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The largest Mazda MX-5 is the GT which measures 1730mm wide, 3915mm in length and sits 1235mm tall.
The most powerful Mazda MX-5 is the Base which has 118kW of power from its 2.0L Petrol Direct Injection engine.
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The heaviest Mazda MX-5 is the Base which weighs null kg (kerb weight).
The Mazda MX-5 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Unleaded.