2026 Mazda MX-5
The 2026 Mazda MX-5 is a other, rated at 29 MPG combined by the EPA. No NHTSA recalls are on record for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 29
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $29,000
- Recalls
- 0
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Mazda |
|---|---|
| Model | MX-5 |
| Model year | 2026 |
| Vehicle class | Other |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 26 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 35 |
| Combined MPG | 29 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 301 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2650 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| MX-5 | 29 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| MX-5 | 29 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 26 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 35 MPG |
| Combined | 29 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 27% more efficient than the MX-5's class average.
- Amount financed
- $26,100
- Total interest
- $4,541
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≈ $1,386/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPICNHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.
Recalls (0)
No NHTSA recalls on record for this model year.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2026 Mazda MX-5?
The 2026 Mazda MX-5 is EPA-rated at 29 MPG combined (26 city / 35 highway).
Is the 2026 Mazda MX-5 reliable?
NHTSA has no recall campaigns on record for the 2026 Mazda MX-5, which is a positive reliability signal. Always check for the latest updates before buying.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2026 Mazda MX-5?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2026 Mazda MX-5 costs roughly $1,386 per year to fuel, or about $6,931 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2026 Mazda MX-5?
The 2026 Mazda MX-5 is classified as a other. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC