Does the 2013 Mazda MX-5 need premium gas?
Every gas trim of this model takes premium.
| Trim (engine / transmission) | Fuel | MPG | Fuel/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, 5-spd manual, RWD | PREMIUM | 24 | $3,200 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, 6-spd manual, RWD | PREMIUM | 24 | $3,200 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, S6 automatic, RWD | PREMIUM | 23 | $3,350 |
The EPA records the fuel each version was tested on. Whether premium is strictly required or just recommended is an owner's-manual detail the EPA dataset doesn't include — so we don't guess it.
3 trim(s) · EPA FuelEconomy.gov · retrieved 2026-06-14.