Auto loans: 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.2 to 10.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 0 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.2 to 10.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 0
For sale
We do not have a 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.8L 4-cylinder | 1.8L 4-cylinder | 1.8L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 11.8 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.0 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 240 g/km | 251 g/km | 251 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.85 | $18.72 | $18.72 |
2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.8 L | 1.8 L | 1.8 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| MPG highway (US) | 26 | 25 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 23 | 22 | 22 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 28 | 26 | 26 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,550 | US$3,750 | US$3,750 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,570 | $3,744 | $3,744 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
- NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
- Owners filed 14 complaints with NHTSA, most often about exterior lighting (2), power train (2) and steering (2). Have those parts checked before you buy.
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
No 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Here is the 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
Recalls and complaints
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Owners filed 14 complaints with NHTSA, most often about exterior lighting, power train and steering; have those parts checked. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.
What the figures tell you
The engine is the 1.8L 4-cylinder, with rear-wheel drive and a 5-speed manual. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
The combined figure, 10.2 L/100 km, means roughly 31 litres for 300 km. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $17.85. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,550 a year for 15,000 miles.
A good match for
It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else. It suits a summer weekend or a special occasion more than a move.
Space and size
Low and compact, it is a car for the drive more than the cargo.
Rent it for a week first
Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Rent the MX-5 Miata for a week and see how it fits your life. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel.
Picking a year and a trim
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Money matters
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Ready when you are
Tell us the model and the dates, and we reply with an offer.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata from us first.
Ask us about the 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Does CarmaCars sell the 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata have recalls?
NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
What does the 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,550 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3570.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.