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2021 Mazda MX-5 fuel economy

The EPA lists 2 versions of the 2021 Mazda MX-5. Combined fuel economy ranges from 29 to 30 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 26 city / 35 highway.

At a glance

Combined
29 to 30 MPG depending on version
City and highway
26 and 35 most efficient version
Yearly fuel cost
$2,750 EPA estimate, most efficient version

Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov

Every version the EPA tested

VersionEngineDriveCityHighwayCombinedYearly fuel cost
MX-5
Automatic (S6)
4-cyl 2.0L Rear-Wheel Drive 263530 MPG $2,750
MX-5
Manual 6-spd
4-cyl 2.0L Rear-Wheel Drive 263429 MPG $2,850
EPA estimates under standard test conditions. Your mileage will vary with driving style, load and weather.

At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $2,750 per year in fuel, versus $2,850 for the least efficient.

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