How much does the 2026 Mazda MX-5 Roadster cost in Australia?

The 2026 Mazda MX-5 Roadster has a recommended retail price of $41,520 before on-road costs.

What is the difference between MX-5 Roadster and MX-5 RF?

Roadster is the soft-top with a manually-folding fabric roof, and it is the lighter of the two: Mazda's manual kerb weights run 1,063 to 1,070kg for the Roadster grades against 1,108 to 1,115kg for the RF. RF (Retractable Fastback) has a power-operated metal targa roof that folds into the body, leaving a fastback shape with the rear pillars in place. RF is quieter at speed, Roadster is purer to drive, and the Roadster's boot is 130 litres against the RF's 127.

What engine does the Mazda MX-5 have?

All Australian MX-5 variants run the 2.0-litre Skyactiv-G naturally aspirated petrol four-cylinder producing 135kW at 7,000rpm and 205Nm at 4,000rpm. Manual or automatic 6-speed transmission, rear-wheel drive.

What is the MX-5's fuel consumption?

The 2026 Mazda MX-5 Roadster is rated at 6.8L/100km on the ADR 81/02 combined cycle with the six-speed manual, at 9.1L/100km urban and 5.5L/100km extra-urban. Mazda quotes the figures as a manual/automatic pair, and the RF is 6.9 manual and 7.2 automatic.

Can the MX-5 fit a full set of golf clubs?

One set, yes. Two, no. Cargo room is 130L on Roadster and 127L on RF. The cabin behind the seats has no rear seats but small storage cubbies between the headrests.

Does the MX-5 have a manual gearbox?

Yes. A 6-speed manual is offered across the range, and Mazda publishes every consumption and kerb-weight figure against it, with an automatic as the alternative. The manual is short-throw with a precise mechanical action.

Mazda MX-5 Price Australia 2026: From $41,520 RRP

Q: Is the Mazda MX-5 GT RS worth the extra money?

For track-day owners yes. The GT RS adds Recaro seats with bolsters, four-piston Brembo front brakes, Bilstein dampers and a limited-slip differential. For mostly road use, the GT covers the same daily driving experience.

Every Mazda MX-5 variant in Australia, compared

26 variants of the Mazda MX-5 are on sale in Australia. Tap to compare them side-by-side, then tap any variant for its full specs.

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VariantRRPPower / TorqueFuel / RangeDriveSeats

ND 1.5L Roadster Manual2015$31,99096kW / 150Nm6.1L/100kmRWD—

Power: 96kW
Torque: 150Nm
Fuel use: 6.1L/100km
Gearbox: 6-speed manual (SKYACTIV-MT)
Drive: RWD
ANCAP: 5-star

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Roadster2026$41,520135kW / 205Nm6.8L/100kmRWD2

Power: 135kW
Torque: 205Nm
0–100: 6.5s
Fuel use: 6.8L/100km
Gearbox: 6-speed Manual (Skyactiv-MT)
Drive: RWD
Seats: 2

The 2026 Mazda MX-5 Roadster runs the 2.0-litre Skyactiv-G naturally aspirated petrol four producing 135kW at 7,000rpm and 205Nm at 4,000rpm, driving the rear wheels through a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic. The Roadster adds a manual fabric roof, 16-inch alloys. Mazda's published kerb weight for this grade with the six-speed manual is 1,070kg, and the ADR 81/02 combined claim is 6.8L/100km for the manual. Cargo room is 130 litres. Five-year unlimited-kilometre warranty. Priced from $41,520 before on-road costs.

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Roadster GT2026$48,490135kW / 205Nm6.8L/100kmRWD2

Power: 135kW
Torque: 205Nm
0–100: 6.5s
Fuel use: 6.8L/100km
Gearbox: 6-speed manual (auto optional)
Drive: RWD
Seats: 2

The 2026 Mazda MX-5 Roadster GT runs the 2.0-litre Skyactiv-G naturally aspirated petrol four producing 135kW at 7,000rpm and 205Nm at 4,000rpm, driving the rear wheels through a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic. The Roadster GT adds leather trim, heated seats and a Bose sound system. Mazda's published kerb weight for this grade with the six-speed manual is 1,070kg, and the ADR 81/02 combined claim is 6.8L/100km for the manual. Cargo room is 130 litres. Five-year unlimited-kilometre warranty. Priced from $48,490 before on-road costs.

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Roadster GT RS2026$52,720135kW / 205Nm6.8L/100kmRWD2

Power: 135kW
Torque: 205Nm
0–100: 6.5s
Fuel use: 6.8L/100km
Gearbox: 6-speed Manual (Skyactiv-MT)
Drive: RWD
Seats: 2

The 2026 Mazda MX-5 Roadster GT RS runs the 2.0-litre Skyactiv-G naturally aspirated petrol four producing 135kW at 7,000rpm and 205Nm at 4,000rpm, driving the rear wheels through a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic. The Roadster GT RS adds Recaro seats, Brembo front brakes, Bilstein dampers and a limited-slip differential. Mazda's published kerb weight for this grade with the six-speed manual is 1,063kg, and the ADR 81/02 combined claim is 6.8L/100km for the manual. Cargo room is 130 litres. Five-year unlimited-kilometre warranty. Priced from $52,720 before on-road costs.

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RF GT2026$54,220135kW / 205Nm6.9L/100kmRWD2

Power: 135kW
Torque: 205Nm
0–100: 6.8s
Fuel use: 6.9L/100km
Gearbox: 6-speed manual (auto optional)
Drive: RWD
Seats: 2

The 2026 Mazda MX-5 RF GT runs the 2.0-litre Skyactiv-G naturally aspirated petrol four producing 135kW at 7,000rpm and 205Nm at 4,000rpm, driving the rear wheels through a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic. The RF GT adds a power-folding hardtop, leather trim and 17-inch alloys. Mazda's published kerb weight for this grade with the six-speed manual is 1,115kg, and the ADR 81/02 combined claim is 6.9L/100km for the manual. Cargo room is 127 litres. Five-year unlimited-kilometre warranty. Priced from $54,220 before on-road costs.

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RF GT RS2026$56,140135kW / 205Nm6.9L/100kmRWD2

Power: 135kW
Torque: 205Nm
0–100: 6.8s
Fuel use: 6.9L/100km
Gearbox: 6-speed Manual (Skyactiv-MT)
Drive: RWD
Seats: 2

The 2026 Mazda MX-5 RF GT RS runs the 2.0-litre Skyactiv-G naturally aspirated petrol four producing 135kW at 7,000rpm and 205Nm at 4,000rpm, driving the rear wheels through a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic. The RF GT RS adds a power-folding hardtop plus Recaro seats, Brembo front brakes, Bilstein dampers and a limited-slip differential. Mazda's published kerb weight for this grade with the six-speed manual is 1,108kg, and the ADR 81/02 combined claim is 6.9L/100km for the manual. Cargo room is 127 litres. Five-year unlimited-kilometre warranty. Priced from $56,140 before on-road costs.

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ND RF GT Auto2018POA135kW / 205Nm7.2L/100kmRWD—