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2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata MPG & fuel economy

The 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is a two-seater offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 23 MPG combined (20 city / 26 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 23 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2003 model. Among 25 two-seaters rated for 2004, it ranks 3rd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,576 a year to fuel.

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Combined 23 MPG 20 MPG city · 26 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,576 15,000 mi/yr · $17.17 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2004 #3 of 25 Two-Seaters by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City208.511.8
Highway2611.19.0
Combined239.810.2

How it ranks among 2004 Two-Seaters

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  1. 1Honda Insight52 MPG $894
  2. 2Toyota MR226 MPG $1,788
  3. 3Mazda MX-5 Miata23 MPG $2,576
  4. 4Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class22 MPG $2,693
  5. 5Porsche Boxster21 MPG $2,821
  6. 25Porsche Carrera GT11 MPG $5,386
2004 MX-5 MiataOther two-seatersClass median: $3,292/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

MX-5 Miata MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 1.8L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
MX-5 Miata		 Gas 20 MPG 26 MPG 23 MPG — $2,576
RWD · 1.8L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
MX-5 Miata		 Gas 20 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
RWD · 1.8L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual
MX-5 Miata		 Gas 20 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
RWD · 1.8L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
MX-5 Miata		 Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
1.8L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
386 g/mi

2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. rivals

vs Chrysler Crossfire 21 MPG · $2,821/yr MX-5 Miata saves $245/yr vs Chevrolet Corvette 20 MPG · $2,962/yr MX-5 Miata saves $386/yr vs Honda S2000 20 MPG · $2,962/yr MX-5 Miata saves $386/yr vs Nissan 350z 20 MPG · $2,962/yr MX-5 Miata saves $386/yr vs Ford Thunderbird 18 MPG · $3,292/yr MX-5 Miata saves $716/yr vs Toyota MR2 26 MPG · $1,788/yr MR2 saves $788/yr vs Dodge Viper 13 MPG · $4,558/yr MX-5 Miata saves $1,982/yr vs Honda Insight 52 MPG · $894/yr Insight saves $1,682/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata?

Up to 23 MPG combined (20 city / 26 highway); ratings range from 20 to 23 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata?

The 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata per year?

About $2,576 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $17.17 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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