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Summary
Many sports cars deliver a lot more performance than the Mazda Miata, but few are more fun. The Miata is far from slow, and its agility measures up with the best for far less money. Like all pure sports cars, the Miata is a recreational implement rather than a transportation device. Practicality doesn't apply here.In terms of automotive recreation, the Miata delivers a lot of value. And unlike the sports cars of old, the Miata is extremely reliable. Just check the oil and it'll run forever. Most people who sell their Miatas do so only because they need a bigger car.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Base ($21,280); LS ($24,080); Special Edition ($25,755) |
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Engines:
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1.8-liter dohc 16-valve inline-4 |
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Transmissions:
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6-speed manual |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual second-generation airbags (with key-operated passenger-side deactivation switch), safety belt pre-tensioners and force limiters |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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ABS with EBD |
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Hofu, Japan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Miata Special Edition ($25,755) |
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Standard Equipment:
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air conditioning, AM/FM/cassette/CD stereo, rear window defogger, intermittent wipers, power windows, power mirrors, aluminum alloy wheels, roadside assistance, Windblocker anti-draft panel, fog lights, floor mats; SE (Special Edition) adds unique exterior/interior color combinations (Blazing Yellow Mica with black leather trimmed bucket seats featuring silver stitching, 6-speed manual transmission, in-dash 6-disc CD changer, aluminum-like interior accents, aluminum foot pedals and driver's side foot rest, black Nardi leather steering wheel, black leather shift knob and parking brake grip |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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ABS ($550) |
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Destination Charge:
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520 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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26825 |
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Layout:
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front-engine, rear-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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142 @ 7000 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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125 @ 5500 |
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Transmission:
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6-speed manual |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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23/28 |
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Wheelbase:
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89.2 |
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Length/width/height:
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155.7/66.0/48.4 |
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Track, f/r:
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55.7/56.7 |
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Turning circle:
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30.2 |
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Seating capacity:
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2 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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37.1/49.7/42.8 |
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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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5.1 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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Independent |
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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2447 |
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Tires:
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P205/45WR16 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS, EBD |
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Fuel capacity:
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12.7 |
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