Mazda MX-5

Japan · 1990–2027

Photo: 根川大橋 (Negawa Ohashi), via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

Mazda MX-5

The Mazda MX-5 is a lightweight two-seat sports car manufactured and marketed by Mazda. While in most markets it is called the MX5, in Japan it is marketed as the Mazda Roadster or, previously, as the Eunos Roadster, and In the United States it is sold as the Mazda MX-5 Miata. The name miata derives from Old High German for "reward", and the MX-5 nameplate was derived from it being the fifth vehicle produced by the Mazda experimental division.

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Specs — 2026
ClassTwo Seaters
Engine2.0L · 4-cyl
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline
MPG26 city · 35 hwy
Annual Fuel Cost$2,800
5-Yr vs Avg New VehicleSpend $2,500
Tailpipe CO₂301 g/mi
EPA Fuel Economy Score6/10
EPA GHG Score6/10

FuelEconomy.gov estimates cover one available configuration; other trims may differ. Costs assume 15,000 miles/year, 55% city driving and source fuel prices. Five-year savings compare with an average new vehicle (gasoline operation for dual-fuel vehicles). CO₂ is tailpipe only. EPA scores run from 1–10; higher is better.

Class
roadster

Source: Wikidata (CC0)

No owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2027 model year.

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