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    2005 Mazda MX-5

    Used from

    $38,930 excl. on-roads

    Review Rating

    Very Good

    Safety Rating

    NA

    Warranty

    3 year, unlimited km

    Fuel Efficiency

    8.5 - 8.8 L / 100km

    About the Mazda MX-5

    The 2005 Mazda MX-5 is a sports car offered in a 2D convertible body style. Used prices in Australia typically range from $38,930 for the Base variant and topping out at $49,550 for the SE Leather.

    There are 5 variants of the MX-5 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in September of 2005.

    Engine options include 2.0L multi-point injection (118kW/188Nm), 1.8L multi-point injection (107kW/168Nm) and 1.8L turbo multi-point injection (121kW/206Nm). Available with 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    The 2005 MX-5 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    CarExpert Rating
    Very Good
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    Power to Weight
    95.89 - 109.64 kW/t
    67.66 kW/t
    177.63 kW/t
    Boot Space
    144 - 150 litres
    115 litres
    490 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    No Data
    8.93 L/100km
    9.52 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    No Data
    Price
    $38,930 - $49,550
    $35,900
    $208,900
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    2 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    No Data
    Years on Sale
    31 years
    1 year
    31 years
    Service Interval
    No Data

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    2005 Mazda MX-5 Specs

    See our comprehensive details for the Mazda MX-5

    Base

    • 12v power outlet
      • Number Of Outlets: 1
    • Antenna
      • Type: Electric
    • Audio system
      • Disc Stacker
      • Disc Stacker Capacity: 6
      • In-dash Cd
      • Radio: Am/fm
    • Bumpers
      • Colour: Painted
    • Convertible roof
      • Glass Rear Window
      • Operation: Manual
    • Cup holders
      • Type: Fixed
    • Disc stacker
      • Capacity: 6
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
      • Wide Angle
    • Front seat
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Type: Sports
    • Head rests
      • Number: 2
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
      • Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 37.1
      • Headroom Front: 942
      • Hip Room Front (in): 49.2
      • Hip Room Front: 1250
      • Leg Room Front (in): 42.8
      • Leg Room Front: 1086
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 49.7
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1263
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy
      • On Gearstick Skirt: Leather
    • Non-corrosive body
      • Location: Part
      • Type: Alloy
    • Paint
      • Type: Metallic
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 1
    • Remote audio controls
      • Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
    • Remote boot/hatch release
      • Operation: Remote Control
    • Remote fuel flap release
      • Operation: Mechanical
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 2
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Steel
      • Type: Spacesaver
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 6
    • Steering wheel
      • Height Adjustment
      • Multi-function
      • Type: Leather Covered
    • Ventilation system
      • Particle Filter
    • Warranty anti-corrosion
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 72
    • Warranty paint
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty powertrain - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty roadside assistance
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty whole vehicle - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Fixed

    Leather

    Adds to Base:
    • Antenna
      • Type: Fixed Mast
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Leather
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 7
    Removes from Base:
    • Antenna
      • Type: Electric
    • Audio system
      • In-dash Cd
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 37.1
      • Headroom Front: 942
      • Hip Room Front (in): 49.2
      • Hip Room Front: 1250
      • Leg Room Front (in): 42.8
      • Leg Room Front: 1086
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 49.7
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1263
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 1
    • Remote boot/hatch release
      • Operation: Remote Control
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Steel
      • Type: Spacesaver
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 6

    SE

    Adds to Leather:
    • Antenna
      • Type: Electric
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 37.1
      • Headroom Front: 942
      • Hip Room Front (in): 49.2
      • Hip Room Front: 1250
      • Leg Room Front (in): 42.8
      • Leg Room Front: 1086
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 49.7
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1263
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 1
    • Remote boot/hatch release
      • Operation: Remote Control
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Steel
      • Type: Spacesaver
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 6
    Removes from Leather:
    • 12v power outlet
      • Number Of Outlets: 1
    • Antenna
      • Type: Fixed Mast
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Wide Angle
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Leather
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy
      • On Gearstick Skirt: Leather
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
    • Remote audio controls
      • Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 7
    • Steering wheel
      • Height Adjustment
      • Multi-function
    • Warranty roadside assistance
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36

    SE Leather

    Adds to SE:
    • Luxury trim
      • On Doors: Leather
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    Removes from SE:
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth

    SV

    Adds to SE Leather:
    • 12v power outlet
      • Number Of Outlets: 1
    • Antenna
      • Type: Fixed Mast
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Wide Angle
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Leather
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy
      • On Gearstick Skirt: Leather
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
    • Remote audio controls
      • Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 7
    • Steering wheel
      • Height Adjustment
      • Multi-function
    • Warranty roadside assistance
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    Removes from SE Leather:
    • Antenna
      • Type: Electric
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 37.1
      • Headroom Front: 942
      • Hip Room Front (in): 49.2
      • Hip Room Front: 1250
      • Leg Room Front (in): 42.8
      • Leg Room Front: 1086
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 49.7
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1263
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Doors: Leather
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 1
    • Remote boot/hatch release
      • Operation: Remote Control
    • Spare wheel
      • Rim Type: Steel
      • Type: Spacesaver
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 6
    See all 2005 Mazda MX-5 Specs

    2005 Mazda MX-5 Dimensions

    1245mm
    1720mm
    3995mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

    See all 2005 Mazda MX-5 Dimensions

    Next Steps

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    2005 Mazda MX-5 Fuel Economy

    There are 2 different fuel economy figures for the Mazda MX-5

    The most fuel efficient Mazda MX-5 is the Base with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 2.0L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 8.5L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.

    See all Mazda MX-5 Fuel Economy

    2005 Mazda MX-5 Warranty

    What is the warranty on a Mazda MX-5?

    The Mazda MX-5 offers a 3 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.

    Next Steps

    Take advantage of Australia’s BIGGEST new car website to find a great deal on a Mazda MX-5.

    Mazda MX-5 FAQs

    The cheapest Mazda MX-5 is the Base that starts from $38,930.

    The most expensive Mazda MX-5 is the SE Leather that starts from $49,550.

    The best towing capacity of a Mazda MX-5 is null kg offered by the following variants: Base, Leather, SE, SE Leather and SV.

    The largest Mazda MX-5 is the Base which measures 1720mm wide, 3995mm in length and sits 1245mm tall.

    The most powerful Mazda MX-5 is the SE which has 121kW of power from its 1.8L TURBO MULTI-POINT INJECTION engine.

    The Mazda MX-5 is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Mazda MX-5 is the SE which weighs 0 kg (kerb weight).

    The Mazda MX-5 uses premium unleaded.

     
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