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Look up available Mazda MX-5 / Miata vehicle details and compare engine, transmission and body variants. The results depend on the VIN and market; the catalog does not confirm a car’s exact factory equipment. 10 listed variants. Free, no registration.

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1989–2015 10 variants Convertible Petrol

US fuel economy by EPA model year

These separately labelled US variants are model references. EPA names, markets and model years can differ from the catalog rows below. They do not establish a matching trim or generation for an individual car.

Fuel Economy

EPA fueleconomy.gov

EPA model-variant example, not confirmed for this VIN. Match the engine, transmission and drive before using these figures.

2 US model-year variants. Open a variant to compare its source figures. Opening a variant does not identify your vehicle.

MPG uses US gallons. MPGe is a gasoline-equivalent measure; electricity is shown per 100 miles. These are EPA figures, not WLTP. Tailpipe CO₂ excludes upstream and vehicle-production emissions.

2020 Mazda MX-5: US EPA variant comparison
Source fieldAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L (EPA 42439)Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L (EPA 42438)
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)Manual 6-spd
DriveRear-Wheel DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Primary fuelPremium GasolinePremium Gasoline
Combined, primary fuel30 MPG (US)29 MPG (US)
Tailpipe CO₂299 g/mi305 g/mi
Source retrieved (UTC)2026-09-15 17:22:13 UTC2026-09-15 17:22:14 UTC
2020 Mazda MX-5: Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L (EPA 42439)

Official EPA record 42439

Source retrieved: 2026-09-15 17:22:13 UTC.

EPA record modified: 2020-04-17 04:00:00 UTC.

The annual cost estimate assumes 15,000 miles per year and 55% city driving, using EPA fuel prices at the source snapshot.

EPA modelMazda MX-5
EPA model year2020
EPA variant exampleAuto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
City MPG (US)26
Highway MPG (US)35
Combined MPG (US)30
Fuel typePremium Gasoline
Annual fuel cost (USD estimate)$2600
Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi)299
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
Engine displacement (L)2
Cylinders4
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
2020 Mazda MX-5: Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L (EPA 42438)

Official EPA record 42438

Source retrieved: 2026-09-15 17:22:14 UTC.

EPA record modified: 2020-04-17 04:00:00 UTC.

The annual cost estimate assumes 15,000 miles per year and 55% city driving, using EPA fuel prices at the source snapshot.

EPA modelMazda MX-5
EPA model year2020
EPA variant exampleMan 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
City MPG (US)26
Highway MPG (US)34
Combined MPG (US)29
Fuel typePremium Gasoline
Annual fuel cost (USD estimate)$2650
Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi)305
TransmissionManual 6-spd
Engine displacement (L)2
Cylinders4
DriveRear-Wheel Drive

Mazda MX-5 / Miata specs by variant

All 10 listed variants, grouped by fuel and gearbox. Open a group and compare the listed years, engine, power and emissions. On a small screen, scroll the table sideways.

Petrol · MANUAL 9 variants
VariantListed yearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
2.0L 5MT RWD (160 HP) 2008–2015 Petrol 2.0 L 160 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
2.0L 6MT RWD (160 HP) 2008–2015 Petrol 2.0 L 160 bhp MANUAL 6sp RWD —
1.8L 5MT RWD (125 HP) 2008–2015 Petrol 1.8 L 125 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
1.8L 16V 5MT RWD (146 HP) 1998–2005 Petrol 1.8 L 143 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
1.8L 16V 5MT RWD (140 HP) 1998–2005 Petrol 1.8 L 138 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
1.6L 16V 5MT RWD (110 HP) 1998–2005 Petrol 1.6 L 109 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
1.8i 5MT (131 HP) 1989–1998 Petrol 1.8 L 129 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
1.6i 5MT (116 HP) 1989–1998 Petrol 1.6 L 114 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
1.6i 5MT (90 HP) 1989–1998 Petrol 1.6 L 89 bhp MANUAL 5sp RWD —
Petrol · AUTOMATIC 1 variant
VariantListed yearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
2.0L 6AT RWD (160 HP) 2008–2015 Petrol 2.0 L 160 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp RWD —

Specification reference from cardata.wiki. A question mark means a year boundary is missing from the source, not that production continues. An empty field means the source did not provide that value. Confirm the fitted engine, transmission and equipment against the car’s documents. How specification matching works.

Using the Mazda MX-5 / Miata specifications

Start with the car’s year, body and engine, then compare the matching row. Several variants may share a model name while differing in power, transmission or drive layout. If the advert conflicts with the registration or manufacturer documents, resolve the mismatch before relying on the specifications. A VIN lookup can help narrow the comparison, but does not replace a build record or inspection.

Other MX-5 / Miata generations and versions

The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

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Mazda MX-5 / Miata VIN FAQ

What can a Mazda MX-5 / Miata VIN lookup show?+
It can return available vehicle details and related model data. A catalog variant list does not prove the exact engine, gearbox or factory equipment fitted to your car. Recall campaigns are model-level matches, not confirmation of an outstanding repair for your VIN.
Where should I check the Mazda MX-5 / Miata identification number?+
Compare the number on the registration document with the vehicle’s identification markings. Common locations on modern vehicles include the windscreen base and a door-jamb label, but the owner’s manual is the reference for the correct location on your version.
What do the Mazda MX-5 / Miata dates in this catalog mean?+
The source lists years 1989–2015 across 10 variants. A question mark means a year boundary was not supplied. These are catalog dates, not a verified production history or an individual vehicle’s build date.
Is the Mazda MX-5 / Miata VIN check free?+
Yes. The available decode, specifications and model-level results are free without an account. An optional paid history report may contain additional records depending on the car and market.

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