Mazda MX-5 Miata Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Mazda MX-5 Miata takes 0W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 4.5 qt with a filter change, on 2016-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2006-2015 models take 4.7-4.8 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-2026 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.5 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 2006-2015 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.7-4.8 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 2005 | 0W-20 / 5W-30 | 4.8 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 5W-30 |
| 1989-1994 | 5W-30 | 4 qt | Shop 5W-30 |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources. Shop links go to Amazon, and we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Every MX-5 Miata year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Mazda MX-5 Miata take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the Mazda MX-5 Miata takes 0W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil, about 4.5 qt with a filter change, on 2016-2026 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2006-2015 models take 4.7-4.8 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Mazda MX-5 Miata take?
About 4.5 qt with a filter change on 2016-2026 models, and 4.7-4.8 qt on 2006-2015 models. Capacity varies by engine, so check your exact year for the per-engine figure - and finish on the dipstick rather than pouring in the full amount.
Does the oil type change by year on the Mazda MX-5 Miata?
Yes. We record 4 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2016-2026: 0W-20/5W-30; 2006-2015: 0W-20/5W-30; 2005: 0W-20/5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 28 of 28 model years is checked against a cited source, most often cararac - Mazda MX-5 Miata. Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-06-21. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.