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    2017 Mazda MX-5

    The new Mazda MX-5 is a sports car offered in both 2D Convertible and 2D Targa body styles. Available in Australia from $33,340 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $55,790 for the Limited Edition.

    There are 3 variants of the MX-5 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2017.

    Engine options include 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.

    The new 2017 MX-5 is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Retail Price

    $33,340 - $55,790†

    Transmission

    6-speed auto or 6-speed manual

    Driven Wheels

    Rear

    Fuel Type

    Premium Unleaded

    Body Types

    Convertible or Targa

    Powertrain Type

    Rear-wheel Drive

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    Retail Price

    $33,340 - $55,790†

    Transmission

    6-speed auto or 6-speed manual

    Driven Wheels

    Rear

    Fuel Type

    Premium Unleaded

    Body Types

    Convertible or Targa

    Powertrain Type

    Rear-wheel Drive

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    Very Good

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    2017 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 Limited Edition.

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    Power to Weight
    93.02 - 114.23 kW/t
    74.83 kW/t
    253.59 kW/t
    Boot Space
    127 - 130 litres
    127 litres
    465 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    6.1 - 7.4 L/100km
    4.4 L/100km
    13.1 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    608 - 738 km
    462 km
    1,500 km
    Price
    $33,340 - $55,790
    $29,590
    $521,715
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 - 10 years
    2 years
    9 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    6 months
    12 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Ground Clearance Unladen
    140 - 150 mm
    100 mm
    150 mm
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    Mazda MX-5

    Dimensions

    3,915 mm
    1,735 mm
    1,225 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length3,915 mm
    Overall Width1,735 mm
    Overall Height1,225 mm
    Wheelbase2,310 mm
    Turning Circle9,400 mm

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

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    Mazda MX-5

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Mazda MX-5 is the Base that starts from $33,340.

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    The most expensive Mazda MX-5 is the Limited Edition that starts from $55,790.

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

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    The largest Mazda MX-5 is the Base which measures 1735mm 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.

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

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

    The Mazda MX-5 uses Premium Unleaded.

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