Mazda MX-5 NA

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The Mazda MX-5 NA (1990–1997): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: NA

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	3,950 mm Traficom	3,950 mm
Width	1,680 mm Traficom	1,675 mm
Height	1,230 mm RDW	1,230 mm
Wheelbase	2,260 mm RDW	2,265 mm
Front track	1,410 mm ASTRA	–
Rear track	1,430 mm ASTRA	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	950–990 kg RDW	1,002 kg
Mass in running order	1,050–1,090 kg RDW	–
Gross vehicle weight	1,190–1,230 kg RDW	–
Towing, braked trailer	700 kg RDW	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	350 kg RDW	–
Seats and space
Seats	2 RDW	–
Doors	2 RDW	–
Performance
Top speed	175–195 km/h RDW	–
Torque	129–152 Nm ASTRA	–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 175/65R14, 185/60R14, 195/50R15

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Wikipedia, RDW type approvals (Netherlands), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
13 years and older	71.7% (71.1–72.4)	69.2%	16,584

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Brakes	33.3%	36.4%
Suspension	31.6%	41.6%
Noise, emissions and leaks	24.2%	17.1%
Body, chassis and structure	17.8%	18.6%
Lights and electrics	16.2%	28.8%
Tyres	14.6%	31.2%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

167 complaints for model years 1990–1997. 23 crashes · 4 fires · 23 injuries

Airbags 70

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 11 versions of the Mazda MX-5 NA

United States 9 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
1995–1997DOHC I-4 (FFS), CLKUP · I-4 (FFS), CLKUP · (FFS), CLKUP	1.8 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA	251 g/km
1997(FFS)	1.8 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Rear-wheel drive	22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA	251 g/km
1996I-4 (FFS)	1.8 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Rear-wheel drive	23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA	240 g/km
1995DOHC I-4 (FFS)	1.8 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Rear-wheel drive	23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA	240 g/km
1994DOHC (FFS), CLKUP	1.8 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA	251 g/km
1994DOHC (FFS)	1.8 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Rear-wheel drive	21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA	263 g/km
1990–1993(FFS), CLKUP · B6D (FFS), CLKUP · DOHC (FFS), CLKUP	1.6 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA	240 g/km
1992–1993B6D (FFS) · DOHC (FFS)	1.6 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Rear-wheel drive	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	230 g/km
1990–1991(FFS)	1.6 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Rear-wheel drive	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	230 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
1995–1997Two-seater	1.8 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	10.7–11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle	246–255 g/km
1995–1997Two-seater	1.8 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	10.3–11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle	237–255 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.