Quick answer: the Mazda MX-5 Miata 2.0L takes 4.5 qt (4.3 L) of SAE 0W-20 with a filter change, per the 2021–2025 U.S. owner’s manuals.
| Engine | Oil capacity (with filter) | Oil type |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L SKYACTIV-G | 4.5 qt (4.3 L) | 0W-20 |
One 5-quart jug is enough.
Oil capacity by year
| Model year | Oil capacity | Oil type |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4.5 qt (4.3 L) | 0W-20 |
| 2022 | 4.5 qt (4.3 L) | 0W-20 |
| 2023 | 4.5 qt (4.3 L) | 0W-20 |
| 2024 | 4.5 qt (4.3 L) | 0W-20 |
| 2025 | 4.5 qt (4.3 L) | 0W-20 |
We read the Capacities and Recommended Oil pages of every manual listed under Sources. Capacities without a filter change are about 0.2 L (0.2–0.3 qt) lower.
Recommended oil type
Mazda specifies SAE 0W-20 for the MX-5 in the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico.
How to reset the oil life on the 2021–2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata
See also: Oil life reset by brand.
Mazda shows oil change reminders through the Maintenance Monitor. After the oil change, open the Maintenance Monitor in Mazda Connect (Applications or Information, depending on the system), select Oil Change and reset it. The exact menu path is in the Mazda Connect owner’s manual for your car.
Oil change tips
- One 5-quart jug.
- The capacity is approximate. After refilling, run the engine briefly, turn it off, wait a few minutes and check that the level is between the marks on the dipstick before adding more.
Sources and how we checked
All capacities and oil grades on this page come from Mazda’s online owner’s manuals for the U.S. market, published on mazdausa.com (Specifications → Capacities, and Engine Oil → Recommended Oil):
- 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata owner’s manual: Capacities
- 2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata owner’s manual: Capacities
- 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata owner’s manual: Capacities
- 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata owner’s manual: Capacities
- 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata owner’s manual: Capacities
If your owner’s manual shows something different, follow your manual and tell us.
Last checked: October 26, 2026.
FAQ
How much oil does a Miata take?
4.5 qt (4.3 L) with a filter change.
What oil does an MX-5 Miata use?
SAE 0W-20.
Is the RF the same?
Yes, same engine.
Is a 5-quart jug enough?
Yes.
How do I reset the oil change reminder?
Reset the Oil Change item in the Maintenance Monitor.
See all Mazda oil capacities.