2006-2008 Mazda MX-5: Technical Specifications

Updated: 11/23/08

2006 Mazda MX-5
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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2006-2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 

  • Price Range:  $13,200 - $21,200
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Specs for this generation Mazda Miata/MX-5 include everything from fuel mileage to seating capacity to options availability.

Vehicle Dimensions

Specification 2-door convertible
Wheelbase, in. 91.7
Overall Length, in. 157.3
Overall Width, in. 67.7
Overall Height, in. 49.0
Curb Weight, lbs. 2441
Cargo Volume, cu. ft. 5.3
Standard Payload, lbs. --
Fuel Capacity, gals. 12.7
Seating Capacity 2
Front Head Room, in. 37.4
Max. Front Leg Room, in. 43.1
Rear Head Room, in. --
Max. Rear Leg Room, in. --

Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.


Powertrain Options and Availability

All MX-5 models used a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, which made 170 horsepower with the standard manual shift and 166 hp with an automatic transmission. In 2006, a five-speed manual was standard on Club Spec, base, and Touring; six-speed on the others. For 2007, SV and Sport models got the five-speed; others kept the six-speed manual. Available for all except the SV, the six-speed automatic included paddle shifters.
Engines Size liters /
cu. in
Horse- power Torque Transmission:
EPA city/hgwy
Consumer Guide Observed
dohc I4 2.0 / 122 166-170 140 5-speed manual: 25/30
6-speed manual: 24/30
6-speed automatic: 22/30
5-speed manual: --
6-speed manual: 23.8
6-speed automatic: 23.4

Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.

Built In:  Japan
Drive Wheels: longitudinal front-engine/rear-wheel drive
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