There are few vehicles as fun to drive as the Mazda MX-5 Miata. Its lightweight frame and small size make any road a good time. The 2017 model also offers all of the technological advances you want in a new car. Continue reading to learn more about the Mazda Miata and see if it’s the right sports car for your mid-life crises.
Vehicle Highlights
Vehicle Class
Sports Car
MSRP
Starting at $24,915
MPG
Up to 26 city / 35 highway
Fuel Type
Unleaded Premium
Seating
2
Drivetrain
RWD
Horsepower
155 hp
Towing Capacity
Engine Options
2.0 L inline-4
Body types
& Trim Options
Sports Manual
Sports Automatic
Club Manual
Club Automatic
Grand Touring Manual
Grand Touring Automatic
Awards & Rankings
- Ranked #1 in Sports Cars by U.S. News
- Named a 2017 Car and Driver 10Best Car
Dimensions
- Wheelbase: 7 ft 6.84 in
- Ground clearance: 5.3 in
- Height: 4 ft 0.7 in
- Length: 12 ft 10 in
- Width: 5 ft 8.28 in
- Cargo volume: 4.6 cu ft
- Curb weight: 2332 lbs
Features & Specs
Interior
- Power steering
- Front cupholders
- Keyless ignition
- Adjustable steering wheel
- 4-way passenger and 6-way driver seat adjustments
- External temperature display
- Tachometer
- 6-speaker system
- USB connectivity and auxiliary audio input
- Hands-free calling
Exterior
- One-touch power windows
- Keyless door locks
- Heated mirrors
- Four-wheel independent suspension
- Front and rear stabilizer bar
- Alloy wheels
Safety
- 2 front headrests
- LED headlamp
- Blind-spot warning
- Daytime running lights
- Engine immobilizer
- Stability control
- Tire pressure monitoring
- Traction control
- 4-wheel ABS
- Emergency brake assist
Optional
- Cargo net
- Interior lighting package
- All-weather floor mats
- Door sill trim
- Wheel locks
Is the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata right for you?
Pros
- Fun to drive
- Reasonable price tag
- Great fuel economy
- Numerous safety features
Cons
- Few storage options
- Lots of cabin noise
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