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2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata LS 4AT

The 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata LS 4AT is a 142-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 convertible with a 4-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $26,253 MSRP.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$26,253 ($43,688 *)
Engine
Engine Type1.8L DOHC 16-valve I4 VVT (BP); 1,839 cc
Displacement1.8 L
Horsepower142 hp @ 7,000 rpm
Torque125 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Redline7,000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 16-valve, variable intake valve timing (VVT)
Bore and Stroke83 x 85 (3.27 x 3.35 in)
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Injection TypeMulti-port fuel injection (MPFI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic (electronically controlled)
1st Gear2.45 (48 mph **)
2nd Gear1.45 (81 mph **)
3rd Gear1 (118 mph **)
4th Gear0.73 (162 mph **)
Reverse2.222
Final Drive4.1
Fuel Economy
City22 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded (91+ octane recommended; 87 octane minimum acceptable)
Tank Capacity12.7 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent double wishbone, 29.4 N/mm coil springs, 22mm stabilizer bar; Bilstein shocks (with Suspension Package)
Rear SuspensionIndependent double wishbone, 21.7 N/mm coil springs, 12mm stabilizer bar; Bilstein shocks (with Suspension Package)
Front Stabilizer BarYes (22mm)
Rear Stabilizer BarYes (12mm)
Brakes
Front Brake Disc10.6" vented disc
Rear Brake Disc10.9" solid disc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16 x 6.5 JJ (alloy)
Wheels Rear16 x 6.5 JJ (alloy)
Tires FrontP205/45R16 83W (26 psi)
Tires RearP205/45R16 83W (26 psi)
Dimensions & Weight
Length155.3 in
Width66.1 in
Height48.3 in
Wheelbase89.2 in
Front Track55.7 in
Rear Track56.7 in
Ground Clearance4 in
Cargo Volume5.1 ft³
Curb Weight2,474 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)50% / 50%
Interior
Headroom Front37.1 in
Legroom Front42.8 in
Shoulder Room Front49.7 in
Hip Room Front49.2 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline
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