Model year guide

1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata — representative photo
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1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata at a glance

Owner complaints9
Combined23–24 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata MPG & running costs

Combined23–24 mpg
City21 mpg
Highway27 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,850

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,250
Fuel only$14,250
Per mile$0.19

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
1.6L 4-cyl 116 hp

1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vehicles on record

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1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata?

Across all 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, seat belts, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata get?

The 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata has U.S. EPA estimates of 23–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.