Mazda MX-5 Miata · Cost of Ownership

Mazda MX-5 Miata Costs

The average cost of owning a Mazda MX-5 Miata for 5 years is $37,672. This total will vary per vehicle, driver, and location. These ownership expenses include:

Cost breakdown

5-Year Cost Breakdown

$37,672Total cost for 5 years
CostValuePercent
Fuel$11,64531%
Depreciation$10,24827%
Insurance$6,77018%
Maintenance$5,29514%
Interest$3,71410%

Value rating

Mazda MX-5 Miata CarMatch Value Rating

D

This grade is our unbiased financial assessment of whether the Mazda MX-5 Miata is likely to be a good or poor automotive investment, based on its 5-year cost to own relative to its price. Learn more about our Value Ratings.

Depreciation

$10,24827% of 5-yr cost

Depreciation is the value the Mazda MX-5 Miata sheds over five years — almost always the single largest cost of ownership. Models that hold their value shrink this number dramatically.

Insurance Premiums

$6,77018% of 5-yr cost

Estimated full-coverage insurance premiums for the Mazda MX-5 Miata over five years. Your actual rate depends on driving record, location, and coverage level.

Maintenance & Repairs

$5,29514% of 5-yr cost

Routine service, wear items, and out-of-warranty repairs for the Mazda MX-5 Miata. EVs and simpler powertrains typically land at the low end here.

Loan Interest

$3,71410% of 5-yr cost

Finance charges on a typical 60-month loan for the Mazda MX-5 Miata at current average APRs. A larger down payment or shorter term reduces this.

Fuel Costs

$11,64531% of 5-yr cost

Estimated fuel or charging cost to drive the Mazda MX-5 Miata ~15,000 miles a year for five years, based on its powertrain and typical energy prices.