Mazda2015-present MX-5 Overview

Mazda MX-5 Overview (2015 - present)

ND

Tech Specs Summary


127 - 137 mph

6.5 - 8.3 seconds

129 - 181 BHP

40.9 - 47.1 mpg
kg
1,050 - 1,188 kg

127 - 130 L
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This generation of the Mazda MX-5 (ND) is produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mazda and started production in 2015. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Roadster and comes in 2 body styles, for example the MX-5 SKYACTIV-G 132 and MX-5 RF SKYACTIV-G 184. There are four power levels available from a 1.5 L Inline 4 petrol engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
Mazda MX-5 SKYACTIV-G 184
(2018 - present)
...TIV-G 184

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the MX-5 is the Mazda MX-5 SKYACTIV-G 184 which scores 3.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 181 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 164 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 136 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.5 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Mazda MX-5 SKYACTIV-G 132
(2018 - present)
...TIV-G 132

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mazda MX-5 SKYACTIV-G 132 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 443 miles and can store 130 litres of cargo.

Euro NCAP Results

2015
★★★★
Adult Occupant
84%
Child Occupant
80%
Pedestrian
93%
Safety Assist
64%
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