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1996 Mazda MX-5
The 1996 Mazda MX-5 is a sport. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $39,950 for the Roadster variant and topping out at $43,500 for the Limited Edition variant.
There are 2 variants of the MX-5 available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-1993.
The 1996 MX-5 was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
The Mazda MX-5 is only available with a petrol engine that produces 98kW and 155Nm of torque. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $39,950 - $43,500†
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded
- Body Types
- Convertible
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $39,950 - $43,500†
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded
- Body Types
- Convertible
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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Mazda MX-5
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Available Variants
The Mazda MX-5 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Roadster and the most expensive being Limited Edition.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,975 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,675 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,230 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,265 mm |
| Turning Circle | 9,140 mm |
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1996 Mazda MX-5
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Mazda MX-5 is the Roadster variant that starts from $39,950.
See all Mazda MX-5 PricingThe most expensive Mazda MX-5 is the Limited Edition variant that starts from $43,500.
See all Mazda MX-5 PricingThe largest Mazda MX-5 is the Roadster variant which measures 1675mm wide, 3975mm in length and sits 1230mm tall.
All variants of the Mazda MX-5 have a maximum power of 98kW and 155nm of torque.
The Mazda MX-5 is built in Japan and shipped to New Zealand.
The Mazda MX-5 uses Unleaded Petrol.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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