The Definitive MX-5 Encyclopedia
Every Miata
ever made.
Four generations. Hundreds of special editions. One obsession. The most comprehensive resource on the world's best-selling roadster.
4
Generations
1.2M+
Units Produced
35+
Years of Production
120+
Special Editions
Generations
View complete database →First Generation
First Generation
1989 — 1997
Engine1.6L B6-ZE / 1.8L BP-ZE
Power116-133 hp
Weight2,116-2,182 lbs
Production431,000+ units
Second Generation
Second Generation
1998 — 2005
Engine1.6L BP-ZE / 1.8L BP-VE
Power130-142 hp
Weight2,293-2,403 lbs
Production215,000+ units
Third Generation
Third Generation
2005 — 2015
Engine1.8L / 2.0L MZR
Power126-167 hp
Weight2,447-2,480 lbs
Production320,000+ units
Fourth Generation
Fourth Generation
2015 — Present
Engine1.5L / 2.0L Skyactiv-G
Power131-181 hp
Weight2,332-2,445 lbs
Production350,000+ units
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Buying Guide
What to look for, common problems by generation, price ranges, and the definitive checklist before you buy your first (or next) MX-5.
4 guides · Updated monthly
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Mods & Tuning
From coilovers to turbo kits. Every popular modification documented with real-world results, costs, and installation difficulty.
150+ modifications documented
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Maintenance
Service intervals, common failure points, DIY guides, and part numbers. Everything to keep your roadster on the road.
By generation · Step-by-step
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Motorsport
Spec Miata, Global MX-5 Cup, autocross builds, and track day prep. The MX-5's racing heritage documented.
Racing series · Build guides
Community
View all groups →Reddit
r/Miata
The largest online MX-5 community. Builds, questions, memes, and everything in between.
400k+ members
Forum
Miata.net Forum
Running since 1994. The deepest technical knowledge base for all generations.
1.4M monthly visits
Forum
MiataTurbo.net
The go-to for forced induction builds, engine swaps, and serious performance modifications.
50k+ members
UK
MX-5 Owners Club
The official UK owners club with regional meets, trackdays, and technical resources.
mx5oc.co.uk
Forum
ClubRoadster.net
Active forum covering all generations with strong classifieds and technical sections.
Active community
Japan
Roadster Club Japan
The heart of the Eunos Roadster community. Events, restoration, and JDM-specific knowledge.
roadster.jp
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