Mazda MX-5 Miata Depreciation Calculator
Calculate the Mazda MX-5 Miata depreciation rate by year, mileage, and country — with accident-history adjustments and a year-by-year depreciation chart.
The Mazda MX-5 Miata is the world's best-selling roadster and a benchmark for lightweight, affordable sports cars. Its cult following, low production volumes, and reputation for reliability give it unusually strong resale — depreciation is among the slowest of any convertible, with 5-year retained value typically beating mainstream sedans.
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Year-by-year depreciation
Depreciation rate per year, based on an MSRP of $33,445
| Age | Value | % Retained | Annual depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| New | $33,445 | 100% | — |
| Year 1 | $29,432 | 88% | -$4,013 (12%) |
| Year 2 | $27,090 | 81% | -$2,342 (8%) |
| Year 3 | $25,084 | 75% | -$2,006 (7.4%) |
| Year 4 | $23,077 | 69% | -$2,007 (8%) |
| Year 5 | $21,405 | 64% | -$1,672 (7.2%) |
| Year 6 | $19,733 | 59% | -$1,672 (7.8%) |
| Year 7 | $18,060 | 54% | -$1,673 (8.5%) |
| Year 8 | $16,723 | 50% | -$1,337 (7.4%) |
| Year 9 | $15,385 | 46% | -$1,338 (8%) |
| Year 10 | $14,047 | 42% | -$1,338 (8.7%) |
Mazda MX-5 Miata depreciation by country
The same car depreciates at different rates in different markets. Here's how the Mazda MX-5 Miata depreciation rate changes across the seven major markets we track.
Baseline market and the MX-5's largest. Manual-transmission Clubs and RF Grand Tourings hold value exceptionally well, with a passionate enthusiast base keeping used prices firm.
Short convertible season limits year-round demand, so depreciation runs slightly steeper than the US. Low-mileage garage-kept examples still command premiums in Ontario and BC.
The MX-5 is a cultural icon in Britain and consistently the top-selling roadster. Strong enthusiast demand and a thriving club scene keep resale values unusually high.
Popular across Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands as an affordable driver's car. Depreciation is slower than most small convertibles, especially for 1.5L manual variants favored in Europe.
Convertibles are a tough sell in Saudi Arabia's climate, and the MX-5 is rare. Limited dealer support and weak used demand mean faster depreciation than the global average.
Not officially sold in India; only a handful of grey imports exist. Resale is highly unpredictable due to parts scarcity and no factory warranty support.
Australia has one of the strongest MX-5 followings per capita. Demand for manual RF and Club trims keeps depreciation well below the sports-car segment average.
Mazda MX-5 Miata depreciation after an accident
An accident on a vehicle's history permanently increases its depreciation rate, even after perfect repairs. Here's how much extra depreciation each severity level adds to a Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Paintwork, bumper scuffs, non-structural repairs. Disclosed on history reports but limited resale impact.
Panel replacement, airbag deployment, meaningful CARFAX entry. Significantly accelerates depreciation.
Frame damage, flood, salvage title. Permanent depreciation hit even after full restoration.
This "diminished value" is the extra depreciation a car carries after an accident. Insurance rarely reimburses it — our calculator bakes it into every depreciation estimate.