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Ceramic Metallic

Soul Red Metallic

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Want to have fun-in-the-sun thrills without spending a ton of money? If so, we think the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata is right up your alley. This little roadster is all about planting smiles on faces without having to take a second mortgage on your house to pay for it. Read on to see why it is one of our favorite affordable sports cars.

Trunk Volume (ft?)

Rear Wheel Drive

4 Cylinder Engine

Gasoline Fuel

6-Speed Manual

Manual

Adjustable Steering Wheel

Cloth Seats

Keyless Start

Leather Steering Wheel

Cruise Control

Driver Vanity Mirror

Floor Mats

Passenger Vanity Mirror

Trip Computer

Bucket Seats

Automatic Headlights

Convertible Soft Top

Premium Wheels

Intermittent Wipers

Keyless Entry

Power Door Locks

Power Mirrors

Power Windows

Rear Defrost

LED Headlights

Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers

Rear Spoiler

Front Side Air Bag

Daytime Running Lights

Driver Air Bag

Passenger Air Bag

Engine Immobilizer

Auto-Leveling Headlights

Passenger Air Bag Sensor

AM/FM Stereo

Auxiliary Audio Input

CD Player

MP3 Player

Bluetooth Connection

Steering Wheel Audio Controls

Navigation System

4-Wheel Disc Brakes

Brake Assist

Power Steering

Stability Control

Tire Pressure Monitor

Tires - Front Performance

Tires - Rear Performance

Traction Control

Wheel Locks

4 Cylinder

It has been a day after I purchased 2016 MX-5 Sports manual. Driving had never been this much fun. Engine note, gear shift, acceleration , breaking, interior space is great. I am 6'2'' and I still have 2 inches above my head with roof down. I like small storage spaces here and there. Interior craftsmanship is extraordinary. 
As a driver, it requires extra efforts to restrain yourself from having too much fun, unless you don't mind the cost of frequent tire and break change.

New MX-5 Miata 2016, great car inside out.

Traded in my 2006 Corvette for a 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata, so that alone should tell you something!  More fun to drive, better handling, smoother manual shifting and just more exciting overall.  My only issues are with some of the interior design flaws.  The CD player is behind the seats rather than in the dashboard by the radio where it belongs.  There is no "glove box" even though there is room for one.  The GPS outlet is located near the passenger's feet where it is not accessible from the driver's seated position--not a problem if you have the navigation system  in the "Club" or "GT" trims.   The cup holders are located where they can not be easily reached.  The sun visors are too small and do not rotate to the sides.  The floor mats are very thin and not reinforced where the driver's clutch foot comes into contact with them.  Despite these few interior design issues, which may seem petty to many, this car is a blast to drive and I am pleased with my purchase.

More fun to drive than my former Corvette

The Mazda MX-5 Miata incredibly fun to drive.   The Grand Touring trim level is nicely equipped with current technology.   However, the absence of a rearview backup camera is a glaring oversight.   Sitting low with high headrests, rollover bars, and windscreen, it is virtually impossible to see if anything is behind the vehicle.   The cross-traffic alert system helps.   But, having a visual of any obstacles (without having to put down the convertible top), would allow far more confidence when backing up.

Almost perfect

Great car and noticeable improvement over 2013 GT in ride, comfort, interior, economy, electronics and safety.  Bose sound system has just enough extra oomph to make it enjoyable over the old Bose system which lacked a dedicated sub-woofer.

Nice....

It's a fun car to drive. I'm 5' 10" and if you are taller than me, this probably isn't the car for you. It's definitely tight quarters, which is OK when the top is down, but feels a little claustrophobic with the top up. I'm still trying to learn how to manage the command control selections. It isn't logical compared to our Honda or Hyundai. The technology is pretty basic when compared with other cars we have owned in recent years. But if you are looking purely for a sports car that is fun to drive when the top is down, this is probably it. Just be aware of the limitations in the above mentioned areas and be sure to take one out for a test drive and only after you have finished driving, try to negotiate the instrument cluster and command control.

Fun to Drive, But More to Consider in Buying

Shop around. I got $1550 off of the best deal I could get from Dealer #1. And, Dealer #2, who was located 60 miles from my home, delivered the car to my driveway. I traded in a 1995 Honda CRV  (112,000 miles) with a broken window mechanism and a missing mirror, and got the Mazda Sport on the road (tax, title, tags, etc.) for $20,800. It's a blast to drive. Enough power for my needs and takes the corners very well, indeed.

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I've owned several other convertibles from German makers previously and this is my first 2 seat roadster. I've a whole slew of gripes. 
One stands out for myself: WHY THE HELL DID I WAIT THIS LONG TO OWN ONE? 
Three stand out for the price paid for a fully loaded GT. This car absolutely needs (1) a heated steering wheel (2) Exterior heated mirrors (3) Seat memory.

But I'm okay with living with what I have. Live in Jersey, bought a car at Russell Smith Mazda in Houston sort of on a whim and they offered excellent deal and support. Drove home that weekend with my daughter co-piloting (she's just got her license). It was the best decision and the most fun drive.

The new shape is different and people turn around and ask if it's a European roadster, only to then be confused by the Mazda sign. Who cares, it's an absolute treat to drive. If I could live with all the PAIN of owning german cars, I'll live with whatever headaches this car can throw at me.  I've just changed my religion.

Why did I sit out this long?

Amazing Mazda

If you are interested in a fun car to drive that gives you confidence and pure joy, this is the one for you.  I found what great cars Mazda was making when we purchased a 2016 CX-5 GT.  My 2009 Corvette was just not getting driven as much as it should.  Kind of hard to open up 430 HP around Denver except 0-70.
But this car gets used more and is more fun to drive.  Great feeling of control.
The GT version does not have differential rear end but I'm not cranking or sliding the corners either.  I find the exterior looks great and the interior feels like high end materials. Don't miss my Vette at all, though it was pretty repair free car.

Mazada got me again!

New Miata

My second childhood.

There is no spare tire, and it pays to shop around.  The first price quoted can be improved upon in spite of what they say to begin with.

Second Childhood

I purchased the manual Sport and it's Great in almost every way.  A bit more interior storage would be nice but other than that, it's a car you will WANT to drive.  It's fun, handles very well, and gets looks everywhere I go.  The 6 speed manual is wonderful.  One of the very best I've ever driven.  I don't really push it and am a conservative driver and the MPG's are fantastic.  Average 28.5 in town and over 40 MPG on Highway if you keep it under 65 MPH.  Recent interstate highway trip of over 100 miles on rolling terrain got 42.5 MPG !!  Great with the top down but loud cabin at interstate speeds with top up.  Would recommend this car to anyone who wants a fun to drive, sporty convertible that gets great MPG's and makes you feel happy every time you get behind the wheel. ----- It's been a year since I purchased this car and although I only drive it 200 - 300 miles a month it still is a great car.  Still wish it had more easy to get to storage but that being said I would buy it again.  Only small problem is that the convertible top does not pop up as much as when it was new which makes it a little harder to get a grip to raise from the inside while seated.   ZOOM   ZOOM.

A Great Fun Ride & Great MPG's

Was looking at these for years and now the new 2016 design pushed us over the edge. More aggressive look that I think looks great. 

Only had it for a few weeks but loving it so far. Been years since I wanted to just go for a drive. Now I do.

Wife wanted one for years

I've been graced to drive/own multiple 2-Seat sports cars in my lifetime.  Back in 1987 my first car my dad gave to drive was a 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite.  It was fun to drive but extremely un-reliable and finicky.  It left my behind stranded several times, once I was over an hour away from home (Broken throttle cable).  When the clutch finally went out in it my dad said that was the final straw and we had to salvage it.  My first Mazda MX-5 Miata experience was driving a used 1995 model back in 2002.  It had sport suspension (sport springs/shocks), chrome rollover hoops behind the seats, aftermarket wheels/tires.  It was a hoot to test-drive but was sold before I could purchase it.  Fast forward to Black Friday 2015 I finally purchased my first MX-5, a 2016 Sport 6-speed.  I was the first to own one in my town I live in now, Jacksonville, N.C.  It was almost 4mos before I finally spotted another 2016 MX-5 in town, and now there is about 5 more as of June 2016.  Anyway - it's a blast to drive, handles pretty well even though I do plan on purchasing lowerings springs or coilovers for it in the future, gets pretty decent gas milage, the standard sound system still sounds amazing and even has speakers mounted inside the headrests.  I love the L.E.D. headlights and taillights, and I get alot of looks from people even from people in alot more expensive cars than my Miata.  If You have never driven one I suggest You do, it's an experience you'll never forget, I'm blessed enough to have one and as my daily driver at that.  Ya'll have a nice day...

UPDATE 12/7/2016
After having this MX-5 for over a year now all I can say is that's it's still just as fun, reliable, fuel efficient as it's been since day one.  Again, I get constant looks/stares from other drivers when I'm in My MX-5 I even get complete strangers giving Me a thumbs up or asking "What kinda car is that?" or "That thing is a Mazda?"...LOL  I've replaced the factory 16" wheels with aftermarket 17"x7" chromium black XXR530 wheels and look to purchase a RACING BEAT aftermarket exhaust system and CORKSPORT lowering springs in the future...#ZOOMZOOM

UPDATE 12/8/2017
Well it's been 2yrs now I've owned my 2016 Mazda MX-5 (Purchased it on Black Friday 2015) All I can say is it's been no regrets whatsoever.  The only operating costs have been fuel (of course), oil changes, and a full set of new tires (P205 Fronts, P215 Rears).  Not to mention the $30-$50 Towards Premium Brand Spray Wax/Detail Spray but it's worth it to keep the beautiful paint finish looking brand new.  I live for sunny days to cruise with the top down and the factory stereo (which still sounds amazing even though it's not the extra-cost BOSE system).  This car makes basic trips to the store, gym, work really fun!!!

2016CeramicMetallicSport

If you wanted a comfortable roadster, with great road feel, snappy handling, this is it.   I am a pretty hard convertible buyer to please, I've owned a 1994 Mercury Capri (which was a stylish 40mpg fun car), a 2005 supercharged Mini Cooper S Convertible with the John Cooper Works package (hard to beat performance), and I also had a 1971 Lemans Sport convertible (classic american muscle).  A co-worker brought in his 2016 black Miata Sport into work.  This being his 2nd Miata (he had the NC prior) he asked, no, begged me to drive his new 2016 Miata Sport.  OK, I'll admit it, I was like how could 155hp be FUN after all my MINI had 207hp and weighed in only slightly more than this!  Ok, I was wrong, dead wrong.  I bought my white 2016 last week.  This car is a BLAST.  Its not techy (although the bluetooth is flawless).  Every other control is just RIGHT.  Controls are non-distracting, easy to use without looking (dials with tactile feel and easy to use).  But you are looking at this car for the driving experience, and for that it's just flawless.  Do yourself a favor, drive one.  Stop reading reviews, and just drive it.

Motoring, indeed.  Top down 2 seater with style!

The car sits low so, getting in and out of car needs to strategic when wearing a dress. Therer is very little trunk space; I was able to fit four bags(paper) of groceries in the trunk. It handles beautifully. Corners are tight and smooth and the acceleration is very quick to get to the speed you need.

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