2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata

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$24,915 - $26,395
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Precise steering capability and sharp handling

Higher fuel consumption than rivals

The Club trim gets standard blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert

Affordable pricing

Tight cargo area and limited interior passenger volume

Smooth gear shifting especially with manual setup

Specs & Features

$24,915

price

155 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

148 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm

torque

6-Speed Manual

transmission

2.0L 4cyl RWD 6M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the subcompact convertible segment, the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata Convertible is a direct competitor to the Fiat 124 Spider Convertible, the Smart Fortwo Convertible, and the Mini Cooper Convertible. The MX-5 Miata starts off at an MSRP of $24,915, going all up to $30,065, with 3 trims in the lineup. Each trim is offered with a 2.0L Inline-4 engine and a standard 6-speed manual transmission or an available 6-speed automatic transmission, producing 155 horsepower and 148 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the MX-5 Miata manages a 0-60 of 6.3 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 29 MPG. 

Buying Advice

We are pushing for the mid-range Club trim with the manual transmission. It offers numerous performance equipment including a sport-tuned suspension, a limited-slip differential, and more. Furthermore, it also features 17-inch wheels, Bose sound system, and a 7-inch touchscreen. Additionally, it has more aggressive styling on the front end whereas on the back it carries a lip spoiler.

Trims

    Sport
    $24,915 onwards
    • 16-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • AM/FM stereo
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Manual front air conditioning

Compare to similar cars

Price

$24,915- $26,395

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.95

Horsepower

155 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

148 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm

Capacity

2

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$24,995- $28,195

Gasoline

8

160 hp @ 5500 rpm

184 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

2

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2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6.7 sec15.1 sec-
    6.5 sec14.9 sec120 mph

    2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      26 mpg33 mpg29 mpg11.9 gal.309.4/392.7 mi.
      25 mpg35 mpg30 mpg11.9 gal.309.4/416.5 mi.

      2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        154.1 in.68.3 in.48.6 in.4.9 in.90.9 in.
        159.6 in.68.5 in.48.5 in.9 in.90.9 in.

        2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          4.6 cu.ft.-4.6 cu.ft.
          4.9 cu.ft.52 cu.ft.83.1 cu.ft.

          2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            4.6 cu.ft.4.6 cu.ft.4.6 cu.ft.
            83.1 cu.ft.4.9 cu.ft.83.1 cu.ft.

            2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              408 lbs.2332 lbs.
              505 lbs.2436 lbs.

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              Lucky Reynolds

              2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata

              Sport 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)

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              User Overall Rating

              Posted On: August 12, 2024

              Really fun car

              Pros - ["Low maintenance", "Good gas mileage", "Fun to drive"]

              Cons - ["Not comfortable for long rides", "Handles poorly in heavy rain", "Sounds loud on the inside"]

              The 2016 Miata is extremely fun to drive. I use mine as a daily driver but personally wouldn't recommend it as a daily. It is a super fun hobby car to drive for fun or on short trips. Overall extremely reliable and easy to work on, but lacking in comfort and modern features.

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