1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata Base 5MT
The 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata Base 5MT is a 133-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 convertible with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $19,575 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.
It makes 133 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 114 lb-ft of torque at 5500 rpm, spinning to a 7,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).
The MX-5 Miata measures 155.4 inches long on a 89.2-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $19,575 ($39,638 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.8L DOHC 16-valve I4 (BP-ZE), iron block / aluminum head |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Horsepower | 133 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 114 lb-ft @ 5500 rpm |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 16-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 83 x 85 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Multi-port electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.14 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.89 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.33 |
| 4th Gear | 1 |
| 5th Gear | 0.81 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 20 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular gasoline |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent double wishbone, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent double wishbone, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Solid disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14 in |
| Wheels Rear | 14 in |
| Tires Front | 185/60HR14 |
| Tires Rear | 185/60HR14 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 155.4 in |
| Width | 65.9 in |
| Height | 48.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 89.2 in |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.1 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 50.4 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars