What rear differential fluid does the 2016-2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata take?

The 2016-2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata rear differential takes Mazda Long Life Hypoid Gear Oil SG1. Capacity: about 0.6 qt. Anchored to the OEM spec — your owner's manual is the final word.

2016-2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata differential fluid & capacity

The exact differential gear oil your MX-5 Miata takes, plus the fill capacity — anchored to the OEM spec so you don't pour the wrong gear oil.

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Rear differential

Gear oil spec

Mazda Long Life Hypoid Gear Oil SG1

Rear differential oil.

Spec from the OEM (oem manual).

Capacity

0.6 qt

Confirm against your manual

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Where this came from

Mazda 2018 MX-5 Owner's Manual — Specifications (Capacities table, 10020104) — source
Mazda 2018 MX-5 Owner's Manual — Specifications (materials, 10020103) — source

Spec anchored to the OEM owner's manual; the capacity, when it carries the verified badge, is cross-checked against an independent source. Never changed by what an affiliate link pays us. Your owner's manual is always the final word — and if your axle has a locker or an option package, double-check the capacity for your exact build.