Mazda MX-5 Insurance
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Mazda MX-5 Insurance
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“The Mazda MX-5 is in general recognised as a safe car, being awarded 4 stars out of 5 under the Euro NCAP safety tests, but speak with you insurance provider about adding additional safety and/or security features that if installed could lower your insurance premium and maximise the safety of your passengers”
Mazda MX-5 insurance Groups and Cost
Everyone loves the iconic Mazda 5 sports car, a Japanese sports car for every man. It first went on sale in the UK in the early 90’s and is still available today. The two-seat roadster like all Mazda cars are fun to drive.
Mazda and Kodo
Starting in 2010 The Japanese manufacturing has embraced the concept of Kodo design which has 3 elements
- Yohaku or Ma: the beauty of empty space
- Sori: curves with poise and balance
- Utsuroi: the play of light and shade

They are also embracing luxury with Bose speakers and electrical seats with memory a standard. I own a Mazda 2 hatchback and can attest to how much fun it is to drive compared to my previous Honda City.
What Car Insurance Group is my Mazda MX-5?
All vehicles, apart from q plate vehicles are placed into insurance groups that range from group 1 to group 50, group 1 are the cheapest to insure whilst the group 50 is the reserve of luxury supercar and are the most expensive. Most Mazda 5’s lie in the middle of the range, but the sporty versions can fall in groups 29 and 30 making them more expensive to insure.
| Mazda MX-5 Model | Insurance Group |
|---|---|
| MX-5 SE | 25 |
| MX-5 SE+ | 25 |
| MX-5 SE-L | 25 – 29 |
| MX-5 SE-L Nav+ | 26 – 31 |
| MX-5 SE-L Nav | 26 – 29 |
| MX-5 GT Sport Nav+ | 32 |
| MX-5 Sport Nav+ | 26 – 31 |
| MX-5 Icon | 26 |
| MX-5 Sport | 26 – 29 |
| MX-5 Arctic | 26 |
| MX-5 30th Anniversary | 34 |
| MX-5 Sport Recaro | 29 |
| MX-5 Sport Nav | 26 – 29 |
| MX-5 Z-Sport | 30 |
Insurance Tip: Mazda MX-5 insurance groups range from 25 to 34. For drivers under 25, models in the lower groups (like the SE or SE+) are often significantly easier to insure with our specialist classic and performance car panel.
Vehicles in the UK are categorised into insurance groups, ranging from 1 (the cheapest) to 50 (the most expensive), which partly determine the cost of your premium.
How Much Does Mazda MX-5 Insurance Cost?
The cost of Mazda MX5 insurance can vary widely depending on the set of circumstances surrounding the vehicle and the driver. This is why we avoided added an average or so-called indicative cost into the above table. Factors that play a role in determining the cost of Mazda 5 insurance include:
- Your Driving History
- Your Post code, some [pose codes have high rates of crime and vandalism
- Your Mazda MX5 safety rating score
- Mazda model in particular engine size.
- If your Mazda been modified
- Is your Mazda a Japanese import
How can I save on MX-5 Insurance
When you’re searching for Mazda insurance, you most likely are looking for a deal that gives you comprehensive cover at the best price within your budget. You may also wish to consider how you can find a better deal by taking some proactive actions, take a look below.
- Limit Use : Consider a policy based on usage, particularly if your Mazda sports car is not your daily driver.
- Most insurance companies will charge extra if you choose to pay monthly, as such an annual payment will in most cases save you money
- This is one that in the past was overlooked, but you should not just accept your renewal quote, without first spending a few hours to shop around and compare deals, this could lead to finding a cheaper quote with equivalent coverage.
- Join the MX-5 Owners Club, some providers like Adrian Flux offer a discount form being club member
Mazda MX-5 (NB) Classic Car Insurance Groups
The NB is the second generation of the Mazda 5 produced from 1998 until 2005
| Mazda MX-5 Special Edition | Insurance Group |
|---|---|
| 10th Anniversary | 29 |
| Sport | 25 |
| Jasper Conran | 29 |
| California | 23 (1.6i) – 26 (1.8i) |
| ISOLA | 23 |
| Icon | 23 – 26 |
| Phoenix SE | 24 (1.6i) – 25 (1.8i) |
| Arizona | 23 (1.6) – 24 (1.8) |
| Trilogy | 26 |
| Montana | 26 |
| Angeles | 23 (1.6) – 24 (1.8) |
| Indiana | 24 |
| Euphonic | 23 (1.6i) – 24 (1.8i) |
| Arctic | 23 (1.6i) – 24 (1.8i) |
Classic Tip: Many of these limited edition MX-5s (like the California or Isola) sit in lower insurance groups (23-24), making them ideal choices for young drivers looking for a classic roadster with manageable premiums.
