Does the 2020 Mazda MX-5 need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$248extra a year
- Premium listed for the Miata Sport RWD.
- All 10 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 100% of 22 convertibles (2020) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miata Sport RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| Club RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| Grand Touring RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| 100th Anniversary Special Edition RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| Miata 100th Anniversary Special Edition RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| Miata Club RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| Miata Grand Touring RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| Miata RF 100th Anniversary Special Edition RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| Miata RF Club RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| Miata RF Grand Touring RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Mazda MX-5 | Miata Sport RWD | Premium |
| 2020 FIAT 124 Spider | Classica RWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree