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Mazda MX-5 generations and tyre sizes

MX-5

NA

1990 – 1994
Petrol85 kW (116 PS)Manual
185/60 R14
MX-5

MX-5 NA (1. Facelift)

1994 – 1998
Petrol66–96 kW (90–131 PS)Manual
185/60 R14
MX-5

NB

1998 – 2000
Petrol81–103 kW (110–140 PS)Manual
185/60 R14195/50 R15
MX-5

NB (1. Facelift)

2000 – 2005
Petrol81–107 kW (110–145 PS)Manual / Automatic
185/60 R14195/50 R15205/45 R16
MX-5

NC

2005 – 2009
Petrol93–118 kW (126–160 PS)Manual
205/50 R16205/45 R17
MX-5

NC (1. Facelift)

2009 – 2012
Petrol93–118 kW (126–160 PS)Manual / Automatic
205/50 R16205/45 R17
MX-5 NC (2. Facelift)

NC (2. Facelift)

2012 – 2015
Petrol93–118 kW (126–160 PS)Manual / Automatic
205/50 R16205/45 R17
MX-5 ND

ND

2015 – 2023
Petrol96–135 kW (131–184 PS)Manual / Automatic
195/50 R16205/45 R17
MX-5 MX-5 ND (1. Facelift)

MX-5 ND (1. Facelift)

2023 – Now
Petrol97–135 kW (132–184 PS)Manual / Automatic
195/50 R16205/45 R17

For the Mazda MX-5 in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (rated 9.0/10) and Continental WinterContact TS 860 (rated 9.0/10). The Mazda MX-5 uses 6 tyre sizes across 9 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Winter tyres for Mazda MX-5 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for Mazda MX-5

Best tyres for Mazda MX-5 by category

Best for dry
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for noise
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
9.3/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best budget
Semperit Speed-Grip 3
8.1/10
Best overall
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
9.0/10

Tyre comparison for Mazda MX-5

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium83%
2Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium83%
3Kleber KRISALP HP38.97.56.97.88.0Upper-middle83%
4Michelin ALPIN 58.98.18.66.76.7Premium83%
5Michelin ALPIN 68.98.48.68.58.4Premium100%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Mazda MX-5?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Mazda MX-5 are: Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10), Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.0/10), Kleber KRISALP HP3 (8.9/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Mazda MX-5?
The Mazda MX-5 uses the following tyre sizes: 185/60 R14, 195/50 R15, 205/45 R16, 205/50 R16, 205/45 R17, 195/50 R16.
How many generations does the Mazda MX-5 have?
The Mazda MX-5 has 9 generations, from 1990 to 2023.
What is the best budget tyre for Mazda MX-5?
The highest-rated budget option for Mazda MX-5 is the Semperit Speed-Grip 3 with a rating of 8.1/10 (Budget segment).
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Mazda MX-5?
For wet road performance on Mazda MX-5, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 good for Mazda MX-5?
Yes, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 is the top-rated tyre for Mazda MX-5 with a rating of 9.0/10. Its strongest discipline is wet. It covers 83% of Mazda MX-5 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Mazda MX-5?
To choose the right tyres for Mazda MX-5: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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