# Mazda MX-5 specs and mpg by year

- **Latest year:** 2026
- **MPG (combined):** 29
- **Drive:** RWD
- **Years covered:** 2015-2026

## Quick answer

The 2026 Mazda MX-5 is a two-seater rated at 29 mpg combined. Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl.

## Every 2026 Mazda MX-5 version

| Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| MX-5 | 2.0L 4-cyl | RWD | Manual | 26/34 | 29 mpg | $2,850 | 305 g/mi |
| MX-5 | 2.0L 4-cyl | RWD | Automatic | 26/35 | 29 mpg | $2,850 | 301 g/mi |

Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions.

## Mazda MX-5 specs by year

| Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2026 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual, Automatic | RWD | 29 |
| 2025 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual, Automatic | RWD | 29 |
| 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual, Automatic | RWD | 29 |
| 2023 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual, Automatic | RWD | 29-30 |
| 2022 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual, Automatic | RWD | 29-30 |
| 2021 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual, Automatic | RWD | 29-30 |
| 2020 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual, Automatic | RWD | 29-30 |
| 2019 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual, Automatic | RWD | 29-30 |
| 2018 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual, Automatic | RWD | 29 |
| 2017 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual, Automatic | RWD | 29 |
| 2016 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual, Automatic | RWD | 30 |
| 2015 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual, Automatic | RWD | 23-24 |

EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year.

## How has the MX-5 changed over the years?

- **2024:** combined mpg went from 29-30 to 29.
- **2019:** combined mpg went from 29 to 29-30.
- **2017:** combined mpg went from 30 to 29.
- **2016:** combined mpg went from 23-24 to 30.

## What does it cost to run a MX-5?

The EPA puts the 2026 Mazda MX-5's fuel cost at **$2,850 a year**, against about $4,105 for other current two-seater: roughly 31% less. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $14,250 in fuel.

## MX-5 vs rivals

| Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [BMW Z4](/vehicles/bmw-z4) | Gas | 22-28 mpg | $2,950-$3,750 |
| [Toyota GR Supra](/vehicles/toyota-gr-supra) | Gas | 21-27 mpg | $3,050-$3,900 |
| [Mercedes-Benz AMG GT](/vehicles/mercedes-benz-amg-gt) | Gas, Hybrid | 16-22 mpg | $3,750-$5,150 |
| [Nissan Z](/vehicles/nissan-z) | Gas | 18-22 mpg | $3,750-$4,550 |
| [Chevrolet Corvette](/vehicles/chevrolet-corvette) | Gas, Hybrid | 14-19 mpg | $4,350-$5,850 |

Other current two-seater from other makes, most efficient first.

## Frequently asked questions

### What mpg does the 2026 Mazda MX-5 get?

The 2026 Mazda MX-5 is EPA-rated at 29 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load.

### What engine does the 2026 Mazda MX-5 have?

The 2026 Mazda MX-5 comes with: 2.0L 4-cyl. It uses manual, automatic transmissions and is offered with RWD.

### Is there a hybrid Mazda MX-5?

No. In the EPA data from 2015-2026 the Mazda MX-5 has no hybrid version.

### Which Mazda MX-5 year gets the best gas mileage?

In the EPA data, the 2023 Mazda MX-5 has the highest combined rating, up to 30 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change.

### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Mazda MX-5 for a year?

About $2,850 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style.

### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2026 Mazda MX-5?

The most efficient 2026 version, the MX-5, is rated 26 mpg city and 34 mpg highway (29 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one.

### How much CO2 does the 2026 Mazda MX-5 emit?

EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 301-305 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe.

### Is the Mazda MX-5 cheap to run compared with other two-seater?

Yes, cheaper than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $2,850 compares with about $4,105 for other current two-seater models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ.

## Sources

- [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/)

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## Compared with

- [BMW Z4](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/bmw-z4)
- [Chevrolet Corvette](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/chevrolet-corvette)

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Updated: 2026-11-03
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