Mazda MX-5 Overview (All Generations)
The Mazda MX-5 (Miata) is one of the most commonly modified sports cars in Australia. Lightweight, rear-wheel drive, and perfectly balanced, the MX-5 responds extremely well to tyre and wheel upgrades—making correct fitment data essential.
NA MX-5 (1989–1997)
Factory Wheel & Tyre Specs
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Tyre Size: 185/60R14
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Optional Tyre Size: 195/50R15
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Rim Size: 14x5.5J / 15x6J
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PCD: 4x100
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Offset: +45 approx
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Centre Bore: 54.1 mm
Torque Spec
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Wheel Nut Torque: 120 Nm
Notes
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Lightweight chassis benefits from performance tyres like Yokohama AD09 or Michelin Pilot Sport
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Popular upgrade: 15x7 or 15x8 with 195/50R15 or 205/50R15
NB MX-5 (1998–2005)
Factory Wheel & Tyre Specs
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Tyre Size: 185/60R14
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Common Upgrade: 195/50R15
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Optional: 205/45R16
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Rim Size: 14x5.5J / 15x6J / 16x6.5J
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PCD: 4x100
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Offset: +40 to +45
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Centre Bore: 54.1 mm
Torque Spec
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Wheel Nut Torque: 120Nm
Notes
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Similar fitment to NA but allows slightly wider tyres
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Ideal setup: 205/50R15 or 205/45R16 for street performance
NC MX-5 (2005–2015)
Factory Wheel & Tyre Specs
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Tyre Size: 205/50R16
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Optional: 205/45R17
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Rim Size: 16x6.5J / 17x7J
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PCD: 5x114.3
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Offset: +45 to +55
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Centre Bore: 67.1 mm
Torque Spec
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Wheel Nut Torque: 108–118 Nm
Notes
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Heavier platform, benefits from higher load-rated tyres
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Popular upgrade: 17x8 with 215/45R17 or 225/45R17
ND MX-5 (2015–Present)
Factory Wheel & Tyre Specs
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Tyre Size: 195/50R16
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Optional: 205/45R17
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Rim Size: 16x6.5J / 17x7J
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PCD: 4x100
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Offset: +45 approx
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Centre Bore: 54.1 mm
Torque Spec
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Wheel Nut Torque: 108–118 Nm
Notes
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Modern chassis with excellent tyre sensitivity
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Popular upgrade: 17x8 with 215/45R17 or 225/45R17
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Track setups often use semi-slicks like AD09, A052, or RS4
Key Fitment Summary
| Generation | PCD | Centre Bore | Typical Tyre |
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| NA | 4x100 | 54.1 mm | 185/60R14 / 195/50R15 |
| NB | 4x100 | 54.1 mm | 195/50R15 |
| NC | 5x114.3 | 67.1 mm | 205/50R16 / 205/45R17 |
| ND | 4x100 | 54.1 mm | 195/50R16 / 205/45R17 |
Best Tyre Recommendations for Mazda MX-5 (Adelaide)
Street Performance
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Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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Continental MaxContact MC7
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Yokohama Fleva V701
Track / Spirited Driving
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Yokohama AD09
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Yokohama A052
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Hankook RS4
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Nankang AR-1
Daily Comfort
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Continental UltraContact UC7
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Michelin Primacy series
Why Fit Your MX-5 at AUTOSPORT TYREWORLD
At AUTOSPORT TYREWORLD, we specialise in performance fitments for Mazda MX-5, from daily driving setups to aggressive track builds.
We ensure:
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Correct tyre sizing and load rating
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Perfect wheel offset and clearance
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Precision wheel balancing
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Professional wheel alignment
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