Auto loans: gold 2017 Mazda MX-5 GS in Bald Knobs

Auto loans: the 2017 Mazda MX-5 GS

CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2017 Mazda MX-5 GS; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. This page puts the 2017 Mazda MX-5 GS in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.

Recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Owners filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, most often about visibility/wiper, steering and air bags; have those parts checked.

Reading the spec sheet

The 2.0L 4-cylinder is what moves it, with rear-wheel drive. 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.

For 300 km of mixed driving, expect about 24 litres, from its 8.0 L/100 km rating. Driving 300 km costs roughly $42 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,850 a year for 15,000 miles.

When the MX-5 makes sense

It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.

Size and space

As a two-seat sports car, it puts the driving first and the luggage second.

Rent it for a week first

Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.

Which one to look for

Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.

What it costs to run

Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. The EPA estimates US$2,850 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $140 at our price setting.

Renting for Bald Knobs

We rent from Toronto only. If your trip to Bald Knobs starts in the Toronto area, rent the car here. We have no location in Bald Knobs; CarmaCars rents from Toronto, about 568 km away.

Get an offer

Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.