Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Coupe Cabrio
Production years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
One of the most loved and appreciated roadsters, the facelifted Mazda MX-5 / Miata was unveiled in 2012.
Besides the more aggressive exterior design and more responsive acceleration, pedestrian safety was enhanced to meet the EU standards.
New for 2012, the MX-5 was offered as a hardtop roadster. The new model was also known as the Roadster Coupe. The new version added the comfort of an electrically-operated hard top roof.
Best known for its sharp steering and great handling, the MX-5 was a real pleasure to drive. While it was not very fast, the Miata was more about the experience of driving with the top down on twisty roads.
Inside, the small sports car was a little cramped, thus average-sized drivers could enjoy the Miata better than tall ones. Otherwise, the gauges were easy to read and all controls were well-placed.
The MX-5 / Miata was offered in three trim levels: Sport, Touring, and premium Grand Touring. In the Sport trim level, the sports car was equipped with 16-inch alloys, air-conditioning, cloth upholstery, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, power windows, and power mirrors.
With the Touring trim level, buyers got bigger 17-inch alloys, fog lights, cruise control, keyless entry, power door locks, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, while the Grand Touring added leather upholstery, automatic climate control, heated seats, and a premium Bose sound system.
Considering pedestrians' safety, the Miata featured an active hood system that automatically raised the hood during an impact to prevent or diminish the severity of the injuries. The lower section of the front bumper was redesigned to protect people’s legs.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.8L 5MT (126 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1798 cm3 |
Power: | 92.7 KW @ 6500 RPM 126 HP @ 6500 RPM 124 BHP @ 6500 RPM |
Torque: | 123 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM 167 Nm @ 4500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 123 mph (198 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/45 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 158.3 in (4021 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 49.4 in (1255 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.7/58.9 in (1,491/1,496 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 91.7 in (2329 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.4 in (137 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 5.3 cuFT (150 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.34 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2315 lbs (1050 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3031 lbs (1375 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 42 mpg US (5.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 33.1 mpg US (7.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 167 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 6AT (160 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1999 cm3 |
Power: | 117.7 KW @ 6700 RPM 160 HP @ 6700 RPM 158 BHP @ 6700 RPM |
Torque: | 139 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM 188 Nm @ 5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 121 mph (195 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/45 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 158.3 in (4021 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 49.4 in (1255 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.7/58.9 in (1,491/1,496 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 91.7 in (2329 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.4 in (137 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 5.3 cuFT (150 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.34 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2370 lbs (1075 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3031 lbs (1375 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21.2 mpg US (11.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 37.9 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 188 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L 6MT (160 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1999 cm3 |
Power: | 117.7 KW @ 6700 RPM 160 HP @ 6700 RPM 158 BHP @ 6700 RPM |
Torque: | 139 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM 188 Nm @ 5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 13.2 gallons (50.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 135 mph (217 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/45 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 158.3 in (4021 mm) |
Width: | 67.7 in (1720 mm) |
Height: | 49.4 in (1255 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.7/58.9 in (1,491/1,496 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 91.7 in (2329 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.4 in (137 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 5.3 cuFT (150 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.34 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2326 lbs (1055 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3031 lbs (1375 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 177 g/km |