Performance
ENGINEERING
HOW DRIVING SHOULD FEEL
With a spirited 181-hp engine redlining at 7,500 rpm, the MX-5 Miata was made to move you—mind, body and spirit.
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A TRULY CONNECTED DRIVE
Imagine an archer on horseback, riding toward a target. Breathing in time with the horse’s gait. The horse steadies as the archer draws back the bow. Perfect shot. This relationship between horse and rider is what the ancient Japanese cavalry called Jinba Ittai. It’s this 900-year-old connection that we strive to engineer into every vehicle we make. And that bond is at its purest in the MX-5 Miata.
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Near 50/50 BALANCE
Every Mazda is engineered with the driver…
NEAR 50/50 BALANCE
Every Mazda is engineered with the driver in mind. And nowhere is that clearer than in the MX-5 Miata. When working to achieve its near perfect 50/50 weight distribution, we made a point to take our measurements with a driver behind the wheel. The MX-5 Miata’s storied handling doesn’t start with a spec sheet. It starts with you.
SHIFTING GEARS
The MX-5 Miata’s 6-speed manual transmission is…
SHIFTING GEARS
The MX-5 Miata’s 6-speed manual transmission is smaller and lighter than the previous generation’s, but keeps its famed short-throw precision. Or choose the 6-speed automatic transmission with steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters.
SKYACTIV® TECHNOLOGY
In order to achieve the ideal balance of…
SKYACTIV® TECHNOLOGY
In order to achieve the ideal balance of performance and efficiency, the MX-5 Miata underwent painstaking weight loss wherever possible—even the window glass is lighter. As a result, the MX-5 Miata has lost over 135 pounds1 from the previous generation, bringing its weight down to 2,341 pounds for manual transmission models. You may not see it, but you’ll feel it as Skyactiv® Technology contributes to the MX-5’s lightness around every corner.
DESIGN
DESIGN
TIMELESS STYLE
The MX-5 Miata convertible is inspired by classic roadsters of the 1960s. But that inspiration is expressed in a way that’s pure Mazda. With the sleek lines of our Kodo design philosophy, it communicates a sense of fluid motion, even at a standstill—and practically begs to be driven.
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TOP DOWN, HEART RATE UP.
The MX-5 Miata’s iconic soft top can be unlocked…
TOP DOWN, HEART RATE UP.
The MX-5 Miata’s iconic soft top can be unlocked and dropped in one step and with one hand, right from the driver’s seat. Should the weather or your preference change, the “assist spring” mechanism makes closing the top just as easy. And whether you choose classic Black or the newly available Gray, the MX-5 Miata fits your style with the top up or down.
EXPRESSIVE DETAILS
Fitting the headlights into the MX-5 Miata’s aggressively…
EXPRESSIVE DETAILS
Fitting the headlights into the MX-5 Miata’s aggressively shaped body with its short overhangs meant reinventing the headlight. The parabolic-type LED and the turn signal layout deliver excellent visibility, not to mention a bold look. And the distinctive circular taillights are a callback to past MX-5 Miata generations, but with a sleeker, more compact design.
TECHNOLOGY
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STAY CONNECTED
Experience total mobile connectivity with available Apple CarPlay™ integration2 (shown). Access your iPhone’s maps, playlists, contacts and compatible apps with your voice through Siri. Siri will also read incoming text messages and allow you to reply without losing focus on that amazing drive ahead. Android users can also connect through available Android Auto™ integration.2
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9-SPEAKER BOSE® SOUND SYSTEM
The sounds of the open road deserve a worthy complement. And the available 9-speaker premium Bose® sound system is just that. With speakers specifically tuned and oriented for the MX-5’s cabin, it delivers a pitch perfect acoustic experience, even with the top down.
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History
HISTORY
RACING HERITAGE
By pushing our cars to the extreme in fast-paced and unforgiving environments, we learn valuable lessons about safety, performance, efficiency and reliability. And that translates into a more enriching experience for you, both on the road and on the track. After all, more Mazdas are road-raced on any given weekend
than any other car.3
2018 Model Year Shown
30 Years Of MX-5 Miata
After 30 years, our dedication…
30 Years Of MX-5 Miata
After 30 years, our dedication to the MX-5 Miata’s roadster heritage has never been stronger. We thank all the fans around the world for making the MX-5 Miata the best-selling roadster of all time.
JOIN THE CLUB
Unwavering love for the MX-5 Miata has spawned…
JOIN THE CLUB
Unwavering love for the MX-5 Miata has spawned owners’ clubs all over the world, and we try to send the love right back by supporting them in any way we can. As a result, our calendars are filled with day trips, rallies, road runs, overnight excursions, track days, tech sessions, car talks and motorsports events. To find a group or event near you, email us at clubinfo@mazdausa.com.
You can also subscribe to our free MX-5 Miata newsletter and get club news, photos, motorsports events, product information and more delivered to your inbox.
SAFETY
CAN A FEW BLINKING LIGHTS GIVE YOU PEACE OF MIND?
With the i-Activsense® safety innovations in the Mazda MX-5 Miata, the answer is yes. Ingenious technologies like Blind Spot Monitoring,4 Rear Cross Traffic Alert,4 and Lane Departure Warning System5 can help you avoid collisions—or lessen their impact. Because when it comes to a transcendent driving experience, confidence
is everything.
ADAPTIVE FRONT-LIGHTING SYSTEM
This available system is designed to help you see around corners at night. As you turn a corner, the headlights pivot in the direction of your turn, improving visibility and allowing you to spot potential hazards ahead.
HIGH BEAM CONTROL
Available High Beam Control helps the driver see better at night by maximizing opportunities to use the high beams. The system automatically switches to low beams when it detects oncoming traffic and/or a vehicle ahead.
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING SYSTEM
When traveling at speeds of 44 mph or higher, this system gives you audible and visual warnings when it detects that your vehicle is about to unintentionally depart from its lane.5
REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT
When backing up, this feature helps detect a vehicle approaching from the side and promptly alerts the driver with an audible warning,4 as well as a visual warning, in either side mirror and the display screen.
BLIND SPOT MONITORING
This system helps detect objects in your blind spots4 and alerts you with a chime and warning light in the side mirror.
TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION
To help you stay alert and informed, the available Traffic Sign Recognition System7 can show you Speed Limit, Stop, and Do Not Enter information in the MX-5 Miata’s 4.6-inch full-color LCD display. The system’s strategically mounted cameras scan for road signs, so you can keep your focus on what’s ahead.
SMART CITY BRAKE SUPPORT
When traveling at speeds between about 2 and 18 mph, Smart City Brake Support8 helps detect vehicles ahead. If an impact is predicted, this system will warn the driver, adjust the brake pads for faster and firmer braking and apply the brakes if the driver cannot.
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