Mazda MX-5 II NB (1998-2005) – batteries


Mazda MX-5 II in version NB was produced in the years 1998 – 2005. The following table presents information about batteries that match each of the engines available on the market.

Basic parameters of batteries suitable for Mazda MX-5 II (1998-2005):

LayoutTerminal typesBase hold-down
0 – positive on the right side1B0

Mazda MX-5 II NB – petrol engines:
  • 1.6 16V
  • 1.8
  • 1.8 16V
  • 1.8 i Turbo

Brand and seriesModelCapacityCold Cranking AmpsDimensions (LxWxH)Base Hold-DownPrice
Bosch S4S40 2145 Ah330 A238x129x227 mmB0More
Exide ExcellEB45445 Ah330 A237x127x227 mmB0More
Varta Blue DynamicB3245 Ah330 A238x129x227 mmB0More
For these petrol engines, we recommend batteries with dimensions of 237x127x227 mm or 238x129x227 mm and a capacity exceeding 42 Ah. All the batteries in the above list have the same capacity 45Ah and Cold Cranking Amps: 330 A. All the batteries in the list above have a base hold-down B0.
If you’re still unsure which battery fits your Mazda MX-5 II , or if you want to help others in their selection, please send us a photo of your current battery in the comment section at the bottom of the page. You can also send the picture to contact@whatbattery.co.uk (we will place it in the comments to also help other users). Be sure to specify the car model, year, type, as well as the engine capacity and power. We’ll do our best to assist you!

See also information about other cars of this manufacturer

Mazda 2 I (DY) (2003-2007) battery
Mazda 2 II (DE) (2007-2014) battery
Mazda 3 I (BK) (2003-2009) battery
Mazda 3 II (BL) (2009-2013) battery
Mazda 3 III (BM) (2013-) battery
Mazda 5 I (CR19) (2005-2010) battery
Mazda 5 II (CW) (2010-) battery
Mazda 6 I (GG) (2002-2008) battery
Mazda 6 II (GH) (2007-2013) battery
Mazda 6 III (GJ) (2012-) battery
Mazda CX-3 (2015-) battery
Mazda CX-5 I (KE, GH) (2012-2017) battery
Mazda CX-7 (2006-2012) battery
Mazda CX-9 I (TB) (2006-2015) battery
Mazda MPV I (LV) (1995-1999) battery
Mazda MPV II (LW) (1999-2006) battery
Mazda MPV III (2006-2016) battery
Mazda MX-3 EC (1991-1998) battery
Mazda MX-5 I NA (1990-1998) battery
Mazda MX-5 III NC (2005-2014) battery
Mazda Premacy I (1999-2005) battery


One response to “Mazda MX-5 II NB (1998-2005) – batteries”

  1. This is completely wrong.
    A 227mm tall battery will not fit, the original is 160mm so this is far too tall.

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