Mazda MX-5 ND
Produced from 2015–present, the Mazda MX-5 ND (ND) is catalogued here with 2 powertrains. 2 petrol, spanning 132 to 184 hp. The quickest version, the 2.0 SKYACTIV-G, covers 0–100 km/h in 6.5 seconds. For fuel costs, the 1.5 SKYACTIV-G leads the range at 42 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 3915 × 1735 × 1225 mm on a 2310 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The Mazda MX-5 Miata MX-5 ND was manufactured from 2015 – present (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 model years) as a convertible. Across 2 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 132 to 184 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 42.0 MPG combined (1.5 SKYACTIV-G).
Power range
132–184 hp
Quickest 0–100
6.5 s
Best combined
42 MPG
Length
3.92 m
01Decision support
Which MX-5 ND suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
1.5 SKYACTIV-G
42.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 7% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest MX-5 ND.
Performance · quickest
2.0 SKYACTIV-G
0–100 km/h in 6.5s · 184 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
022 powertrains (2 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | 1.5 SKYACTIV-GPetrol | 2.0 SKYACTIV-GPetrol |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine code | P5-VP | PE-VPS |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 1.5L (1,496 cc) | 2.0L (1,998 cc) |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | Naturally aspirated |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
| Power & Performance | ||
| Power | 132 hp / 98 kW | 184 hp / 137 kW |
| Torque | 152 Nm / 112 lb-ft | 205 Nm / 151 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 8.3 s | 6.5 s |
| Top speed | 205 km/h (127 mph) | 219 km/h (136 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | ||
| City | 37 MPG (6.4 L/100km) | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100km) |
| Highway | 48 MPG (4.9 L/100km) | 44 MPG (5.3 L/100km) |
| Combined | 42 MPG (5.6 L/100km) | 39 MPG (6.0 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Battery | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 139 g/km | 156 g/km |
| Weight & Body | ||
| Curb weight | 1,000 kg (2,205 lbs) | 1,078 kg (2,377 lbs) |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Model years | 2015–present | 2015–present |
03Then vs now
ND vs. previous generation
| Metric | Change vs. NC |
|---|---|
| Peak power | +24 hp |
| Quickest 0–100 km/h | -1.1 s |
| Best combined MPG | +11 MPG |
| Average curb weight | -36 kg |
Why this matters
Versus the NC, the ND is clearly more efficient, noticeably more powerful, quicker off the line. Used-car shoppers should weigh these shifts against the NC's typically lower asking prices.
View the NC spec sheet0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
3,915 mm
154.1 in
Width
1,735 mm
68.3 in
Height
1,225 mm
48.2 in
Wheelbase
2,310 mm
90.9 in
Curb weight spans 1,000–1,078 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
MX-5 ND: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Mazda MX-5 Miata MX-5 ND?
The Mazda MX-5 Miata MX-5 ND lineup offers 2 petrol: 1.5 SKYACTIV-G (132 hp), 2.0 SKYACTIV-G (184 hp).
How quick is the Mazda MX-5 Miata MX-5 ND from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the 2.0 SKYACTIV-G, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.5s, reaching a top speed of 219 km/h (136 mph) with the 2.0 SKYACTIV-G.
What is the most fuel-efficient Mazda MX-5 Miata MX-5 ND trim?
The 1.5 SKYACTIV-G delivers the highest fuel economy at 42.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 2 powertrains, fuel economy spans 39–42 combined MPG.
How does the ND compare to the previous Mazda MX-5 Miata?
Against the NC predecessor it replaces, the ND is clearly more efficient, noticeably more powerful, quicker off the line. Side-by-side technical specs are detailed in the comparison table below.
What model years are included in the Mazda MX-5 Miata MX-5 ND?
The Mazda MX-5 Miata MX-5 ND was produced from 2015 – present, spanning the following model years: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Mazda MX-5 Miata MX-5 ND?
3915 mm long, 1735 mm wide, 1225 mm tall on a 2310 mm wheelbase (154.1 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Mazda MX-5 MiataCertification data, 2015–2026
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Mazda official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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