2026 Mazda MX-5 ElectricTrue Cost of Ownership in United States
All-electric roadster successor with lightweight platform — 2026 Mazda MX-5 Electric. Full cost breakdown including import duty (2.5%), VAT (0%), insurance, fuel at $0.95/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$39K
Base: $38K
Annual Total
$15K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$950
2.5% of base price
VAT
$0
0% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$112K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2026 Mazda MX-5 Electric — Full Cost Breakdown in United States
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $38K |
| Import Duty (2.5%) | $950 |
| VAT / Sales Tax (0%) | $0 |
| Total Purchase Price | $39K |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $11K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $15K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $112K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.975 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Mazda MX-5 Electric Fuel Cost Calculator — United States
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The Mazda MX-5 Electric runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in United States.
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Mazda MX-5 Electric Depreciation Curve
The Mazda MX-5 Electric loses approximately $22K (57%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $38K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $27K | 72% |
| Year 2 | $24K | 62% |
| Year 3 | $21K | 54% |
| Year 4 | $18K | 48% |
| Year 5 | $16K | 43% |
Depreciation based on electric segment averages.
Mazda MX-5 Electric vs. Competitors in United States
How does the Mazda MX-5 Electric compare to similar cars available in United States?
Mazda
MX-5 Electric
Base Price
$38K
Annual Cost in United States
$15K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in United States
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in United States
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in United States
$8K
Annual costs estimated for United States market. Import duty (2.5%) and VAT (0%) applied to all models.
🇺🇸 Owning a Car in United States
Cheapest fuel among developed nations. No federal VAT.
Moderate for United States
Annual car costs = 25% of average United States income ($59K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$59K
In United States
Fuel Price
$0.95/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
2.5%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
0%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
North America
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Mazda MX-5 Electric in United States — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Mazda MX-5 Electric in United States.
The 2026 Mazda MX-5 Electric has a base price of $38,000 USD. In United States, after 2.5% import duty and 0% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $38,950 USD ($38,950 USD).