2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata review
Mazda MX-5 Miata highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Exciting handling
- Very thrifty engine
- Easy to operate convertible roof
Cons
- Cramped cabin
- Low cargo capacity
- Cabin noise can be quite loud with roof up
Mileage (EPA estimate)
27 city, 34 highway, 30 combined
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The ultimate stylish and exciting roadster
Have you ever dreamed of owning a sleek sports car? Experiencing the wind in your hair with the roof down, and enjoying a stimulating driving experience whenever the mood takes you? If the answer is yes, but you’ve also wanted a sports car you can live with every day, take a look at the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata. It’s everything you could want from a stylish convertible, while also being versatile and compact enough for daily use.
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What is new for the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata?
- The MX-5 Miata is available in a new trim called the Launch Edition.
- The Anniversary Edition trim has been discontinued for 2016.
- MX-5 Miata trims have been upgraded with Blind Spot Monitor, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Spoiler, 6002, Navigation System, and Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment this year.
- The Club trim now comes with Smart Key and BOSE Sound System as standard equipment.
- The Sport trim now comes with Smart Key as standard equipment.
- The Grand Touring trim now comes with Smart Key as standard equipment.
5 reasons to buy the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata
1. Sharp and agile handling
Since it was first introduced back in 1989, the formula for the MX-5 Miata has remained consistent: a lightweight, two-seater, rear-wheel-drive convertible. The 2016 MX-5 Miata brings the traditional formula up to date. Combine that with the trademark dynamic and nimble handling, and the 2016 MX-5 Miata is guaranteed to put a smile on your face every time you get behind the wheel.
2. Frugal and spritely engine
Thanks to that compact body and a relatively small yet punchy engine, the 2016 MX-5 Miata is ideally balanced for fuel-sipping performance. Under the hood of every 2016 MX-5 Miata is a 2.0L four-cylinder engine, producing a strong 155 horsepower. Paired with the standard manual transmission, it can go from zero to 60 mph in just 6.3 seconds while also achieving an EPA-estimated 30 mpg combined, making it the kind of sports car you can drive every day.
3. Standard manual transmission
The standard transmission on all 2016 MX-5 Miata models is a six-speed manual. This is ideal for sporty driving, allowing you to feel the power and performance in the palm of your hand at all times. A six-speed automatic is also available should you prefer, and can be found on all trims along with steering wheel-mounted shifter paddles.
4. Easy-to-use soft-top
There’s nothing quite like being able to bring the roof down and enjoy the wind in your hair as you drive. The 2016 MX-5 Miata has a manually retractable black cloth soft-top with a glass rear window that's exceptionally easy to operate even from inside the car. It can even be lowered with one over-the-shoulder motion from the driver’s seat, meaning you can take advantage of the sunshine as soon as it comes out.
5. Impressive equipment selection
A useful array of comfort and convenience features makes the 2016 MX-5 Miata even more adept at everyday driving. Club trims include creature comforts like a nine-speaker Bose® sound system with headrest speakers and a seven-inch touchscreen display, while top-line Grand Touring models come equipped with full leather upholstery, automatic climate control, and heated seats. You also get a suite of driver convenience features on Grand Touring trims, including blind-spot monitoring and lane departure warning.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.7 out of 5
14 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 12 |
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| 4 Stars | 1 |
| 3 Stars | 0 |
| 2 Stars | 1 |
| 1 Star | 0 |
RepairPal gave the Mazda MX-5 Miata an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Mazda MX-5 Miata 9th out of 27 among Subcompact Cars.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Mazda MX-5 MiataMazda MX-5 Miata features and specs
Club 2WD 2D Convertible
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- BOSE Sound System
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Bluetooth Technology
- Navigation System
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Soft Top
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
155
Torque (ft-lbs)
148
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
11.9
Wheelbase
90.9"
Overall length
154.1"
Width
68.3"
Height
48.8"
Leg room
F 43.1"
Head room
F 37.4"
Front tires
P205/45WR17
Rear tires
P205/45WR17
Seating capacity
2
Transmission
Automatic
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata FAQ
The 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Club: 27 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- Grand Touring: 27 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
- Sport: 27 MPG City and 36 MPG Highway
The Mazda MX-5 Miata received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Mazda MX-5 Miata as 8 out of 27 among Subcompact Car
Here is what's new for the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata:
- Launch Edition
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rear Spoiler
- Navigation System
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