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Read our helpful guide to second hand Mazda MX5.

Mazda MX-5 2L SE-L Nav SKYACTIV-G

Mazda MX5 2L SE-L Nav SKYACTIV-G
£14,449 was £14,549
London
  • 2017
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  • 28,763 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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Mazda MX-5 1.5L Arctic SKYACTIV-G

Mazda MX5 1.5L Arctic SKYACTIV-G
£16,199
London
  • 2017
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  • 14,730 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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Mazda MX-5 RF 1.5L Sport Nav SKYACTIV-G

Mazda MX5 1.5L Sport Nav SKYACTIV-G
£18,999 was £20,250
London
  • 2018
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  • 14,107 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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Mazda MX-5 1.5L Sport Nav+ SKYACTIV-G

Mazda MX5 1.5L Sport Nav+ SKYACTIV-G
£19,099 was £20,500
London
  • 2019
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  • 9,654 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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Mazda MX-5 RF 1.5L Sport SKYACTIV-G

Mazda MX5 1.5L Sport SKYACTIV-G
£20,149 was £21,549
London
  • 2020
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  • 12,030 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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Mazda MX-5 2L Sport Nav+ SKYACTIV-G

Mazda MX5 2L Sport Nav+ SKYACTIV-G
£20,949 was £22,950
London
  • 2019
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  • 10,542 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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Mazda MX-5 I SPORT TECH

Mazda MX5 I SPORT TECH
£6,495
London
  • 2010
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  • 82,000 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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Mazda MX-5 I POWERSHIFT

Mazda MX5 I POWERSHIFT
£8,995
London
  • 2009
  • •
  • 40,000 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Automatic
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Mazda MX-5 2.0i Miyako Roadster Euro 4 2dr

Mazda MX5 2.0i Miyako Roadster Euro 4 2dr
£8,700
London
  • 2010
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  • 35,000 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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Mazda MX-5 RF 1.5 Sport Nav 2dr - Satellite Navigation - Cruise Control/Speed

Mazda MX5 1.5 Sport Nav 2dr - Satellite Navigation - Cruise Control/Speed
£15,400
Croydon
  • 2017
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  • 29,231 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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MAZDA MX5 I

Mazda MX5 I
£2,899
London
  • 2003
  • •
  • 68,102 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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MAZDA MX5 2.0i Sport Euro 4 2dr

Mazda MX5 2.0i Sport Euro 4 2dr
£3,999
London
  • 2006
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  • 95,000 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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Mazda MX-5 2.0i (Option Pack) Roadster Euro 4 2dr

Mazda MX5 2.0i (Option Pack) Roadster Euro 4 2dr
£3,495 was £4,495
London
  • 2007
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  • 59,000 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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Mazda MX-5 2.0 [184] GT Sport Nav+ 2dr

Mazda MX5 2.0 [184] GT Sport Nav+ 2dr
£18,490 was £18,790
Croydon
  • 2019
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  • 31,409 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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Mazda MX-5 2.0 [184] GT Sport Tech 2dr

Mazda MX5 2.0 [184] GT Sport Tech 2dr
£26,990
Croydon
  • 2022
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  • 1,900 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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Mazda MX-5 2.0i SE Roadster 2dr

Mazda MX5 2.0i SE Roadster 2dr
£7,790 was £8,790
Ilford
  • 2009
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  • 40,000 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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Mazda MX-5 1.8 I ROADSTER SE

Mazda MX5 1.8 I ROADSTER SE
£4,490
Harrow
  • 2009
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  • 78,598 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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Mazda MX-5 RF 1.5 Sport Nav 2dr - Satellite Navigation - Cruise Control/Speed

Mazda MX5 1.5 Sport Nav 2dr - Satellite Navigation - Cruise Control/Speed
£15,400
Barnet
  • 2017
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  • 29,231 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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Mazda MX-5 RF 1.5 Sport Nav 2dr - Satellite Navigation - Cruise Control/Speed

Mazda MX5 1.5 Sport Nav 2dr - Satellite Navigation - Cruise Control/Speed
£15,400
Barnet
  • 2017
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  • 29,231 miles
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  • Petrol
  • •
  • Manual
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Mazda MX-5 1.8i Phoenix SE 2dr

Mazda MX5 1.8i Phoenix SE 2dr
£4,995
Sidcup
  • 2002
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  • 74,490 miles
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  • Petrol
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  • Manual
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About Mazda MX5

As the best-selling two-seat roadster ever, the Mazda MX-5 has a following that few cars can claim to. Launched in 1989 at the Chicago Motor Show, the MX-5 was a new, lightweight and affordable sports car that then arrived in the UK in 1990. Mazda has always managed to keep the MX-5 DNA there, across the following generations, which arrived in 1997, 2005 and 2015 respectively.

The latest MX-5 is just as appealing as ever, but brings greater refinement and features to this sports car than its predecessor, while still being light and fun to drive. Since 2017, you can also now choose it as the ‘RF’, which features an electric-folding metal hard-top and brings greater refinement.

Why buy a used MX5?

The number of small sports cars on the market is really limited these days, so the MX-5 is almost in a class of its own.

But the top reason to choose it is because of just how fun to drive it is. In a day and age where cars tend to be quite heavy and bulbous, there’s something really appealing about this Mazda, with its dinky size and remarkably low kerbweight of just over a tonne (on entry-level models). It’s also got what’s often regarded as the perfect sports car formula – rear-wheel-drive, manual gearbox and lightness – and it is hugely enjoyable to drive, being agile and involving, yet still at sensible speeds that won’t get you in trouble.

It’s also a roadster that’s very easy to live with. Granted as a two-seater and with its small boot, the MX-5 is not the most practical. However, if you don’t need a lot of room, it’s ideal. With a comfortable and compliant ride and decent refinement – particularly from the hard-top RF – it’ll be great to drive every day. Thanks to its lightness, it should also be quite affordable to run too, with more than 40mpg possible in daily driving – figures that you won’t get from competitors.

The MX-5’s affordability is also a big draw. In a day and age where even the cheapest Porsche roadster costs £50,000, there’s something hugely appealing about the MX-5 when it’s available for half the price, or roughly what you’d pay for an average family hatchback. Standard kit is also generous, including features like LED headlights, keyless entry and a seven-inch touchscreen with wireless smartphone mirroring. Used models are also tremendous value for money if you want some cheap sports car thrills, with usable examples available from as little as £2,000.

MX5 updates

Here’s a short history of the MX-5, which dates back to 1989.

  • Mazda pulled the wraps off the new MX-5 at the 1989 Chicago Auto Show as its new lightweight, affordable sports car. It had been penned for seven years before Mazda revealed it. It arrived in the UK in 1990.
  • In 1997 the second-generation MX-5 was shown, arriving without the pop-up headlights and additional weight. It also featured a more powerful engine to enhance its performance.
  • The third-generation MX-5 reached showrooms in 2005, undergoing a full overhaul. With a more muscular look and modern interior, the entry-level 1.6-litre engine was dropped and a punchy 158bhp 2.0-litre unit was launched as the flagship.
  • It received an update in 2009 to enhance its performance, while a 2012 facelift brought more attractive styling and safety improvements.
  • The fourth-generation MX-5 arrived in 2015, bringing a striking new design and new 1.5- and 2.0-litre engine options. Mazda also dropped the weight of it, despite safety and tech enhancements.
  • Mazda launched a Retractable Fastback (RF) model in 2017, bringing an electric-folding metal roof, compared to the manual fabric cover. Various special editions have been launched, including a 30th Anniversary Edition in 1989 and a Sport Venture model in 2021.

Which used MX5 should I buy?

Mazda offers a selection of trim levels on the MX-5, with equipment highlights as follows.

Mazda MX5 SE-L

16-inch black alloy wheels, LED headlights with automatic levelling, black soft-top convertible roof, electric and heated door mirrors, climate control, keyless entry and start, 7-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto, satellite navigation, Bluetooth, DAB radio.

Mazda MX5 Sport

16-inch bright silver alloy wheels, electric folding mirrors, automatic lights, rear parking sensors, black leather seat trim, auto-dimming rear-view mirror, Bose sound system, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, autonomous emergency braking, traffic sign recognition, driver attention alert.

Mazda MX5 Sport Tech

17-inch bright silver alloy wheels, sports suspension featuring Bilstein dampers, limited slip differential, adaptive LED headlights, reversing camera, blind spot monitoring.

Mazda MX5 GT Sport Tech

17-inch BBS alloy wheels, stainless steel scuff plates, black roof (RF), Light Stone Nappa leather seats.

What should I look for when buying a used MX5?

  • Earlier MX-5s had quite a bad reputation for rusting, so it’s worth thoroughly looking for any signs of corrosion or bubbling.
  • As with any convertible, check the roof mechanism is working properly – especially on the electric RF version. With the soft-top, look out for any rips or damage to the roof, and be aware of any links.
  • As it’s a sports car, making sure that the model has been serviced and maintained regularly is particularly important too.
  • Be aware of models that have been used on track, as these will have lived a much harder life.

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