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Tom Matano, chief designer of original Mazda MX-5, dies age 77
Tom Matano, one of the fathers of the original Mazda MX-5, as well as the final iteration of the RX-7, passed away over the weekend.
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About the Mazda MX-5
Last updated Sep 28, 2025The new Mazda MX-5 is a sports car offered in both 2D Targa and 2D Convertible body styles. Available in Australia from $42,140 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $56,290 for the GT Rs.
There are 4 variants of the MX-5 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in December of 2024.
The Mazda MX-5 is only available with an null motor that produces 135kW and 205Nm of torque. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The new 2025 MX-5 is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
CarExpert Rating
Very Good
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Power to Weight
121.4 - 130.43 kW/t
83.8 kW/t
440.72 kW/t
Boot Space
127 - 130 litres
74 litres
440 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.8 - 7.2 L/100km
4.6 L/100km
13.9 L/100km
Vehicle Range
625 - 662 km
445 km
1,565 km
Price
$42,140 - $56,290
$42,140
$987,000
Warranty (Years)
5 years
3 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
57,936 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 10 years
2 years
9 years
Service Interval
12 months
9 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Ground Clearance Unladen
150 mm
86 mm
150 mm
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2025 Mazda MX-5 Reviews
2025 Mazda MX-5 Price
Base
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $42,140 |
GT
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Targa, Petrol, RWD | $48,790 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Targa, Petrol, RWD | $50,290 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Targa, Petrol, RWD | $55,810 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Targa, Petrol, RWD | $54,790 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Targa, Petrol, RWD | $53,290 |
35th Anniversary
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $51,140 |
Gt Rs
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $51,790 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | $56,290 |
*excl. on-roads
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2025 Mazda MX-5 Dimensions
1230mm
1735mm
3915mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2025 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 2.0L In-Line and uses 6.8L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Mazda MX-5 that uses the most amount of fuel is the GT with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.0L In-Line and uses 7.2L 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.8 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Mazda MX-5?
The Mazda MX-5 has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.
2025 Mazda MX-5 Warranty
What is the warranty on a Mazda MX-5?
The Mazda MX-5 offers a 5 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
2025 Mazda MX-5 vs other Sports Cars to consider
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4 Series
Very Good
Lexus
LC
Very Good
Mercedes-AMG
CLE
Very Good
Ford
Mustang
Deal available
Very Good
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Mazda MX-5 FAQs
The cheapest Mazda MX-5 is the Base that starts from $42,140.
The most expensive Mazda MX-5 is the Gt Rs that starts from $56,290.
The best towing capacity of a Mazda MX-5 is null kg offered by the following variants: Base, GT, 35th Anniversary and Gt Rs.
The largest Mazda MX-5 is the GT which measures 1735mm wide, 3915mm in length and sits 1235mm tall.
The most powerful Mazda MX-5 is the GT which has 135kW of power from its 2.0L In-Line engine.
The Mazda MX-5 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mazda MX-5 is the GT which weighs null kg (kerb weight).
The Mazda MX-5 uses Premium Unleaded.