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Summary
Despite the high smiles-per-mile ratio of the Mazda Miata, it is not a practical choice as a primary vehicle for those who live in 4-season climates. Even with the optional hardtop in place, the small cabin would not be a pleasant place to spend four or five cold, snowy months. Likewise, the miata's low weight and rear-drive layout would likely conspire to make winter driving an exercise in precision and car control.By any measure, though, the Miata is fun incarnate. It makes a wonderful companion on all but the bumpiest of roads. And most important, when the top comes off, the weight of the world goes with it.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Engines:
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Transmissions:
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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Assembled In:
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Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Standard Equipment:
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Destination Charge:
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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Layout:
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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Transmission:
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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Wheelbase:
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Length/width/height:
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Track, f/r:
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Turning circle:
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Seating capacity:
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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Cargo volume:
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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Suspension, r:
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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Tires:
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Brakes, f/r:
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Fuel capacity:
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