2-seat roadster · Gas
Mazda MX-5 Miata
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Starting MSRP
$32,200
MPG city/hwy
26 / 34
Seats
2
Cargo
4.6 cu-ft
Drivetrain
RWD
0–60 mph
5.7s
Powertrain
GAS
Segment
2-seat roadster
Model year
2026
The simplest answer to 'what car is fun to drive': light weight, a manual gearbox, and the top down, nothing else required.
Pros
- Best steering feel and balance under $40k
- Toyota-level reliability with genuine driving joy
- Low running costs for a sports car
Cons
- Two seats and 4.6 cu-ft trunk only
- Not practical as a only-car for most households
- Modest power (181 hp) by sports car standards
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20 found, nationwide. Add your ZIP to narrow this down.
| Year | Condition | Color | Mileage | Dealer | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2020 | Used | Soul Red Crystal Metallic | 49,032 mi | BMW of Mountain ViewMountain View, CA | $24,346 | |
![]() | 2025 | Used | Machine Gray Metallic | 2,190 mi | MINI of Stevens CreekSanta Clara, CA | $35,955 | |
![]() | 2026 | Used | Aero Gray Metallic | 5 mi | AutoNation Mazda CarlsbadCarlsbad, CA | $35,449 | |
![]() | 2026 | Used | Soul Red Crystal Metallic | 5 mi | AutoNation Mazda CarlsbadCarlsbad, CA | $35,197 | |
![]() | 2025 | Certified Pre-Owned | Soul Red Crystal Metallic | 7,532 mi | AutoNation Mazda CarlsbadCarlsbad, CA | $32,661 | |
![]() | 2023 | Used | Platinum Quartz Metallic | 28,314 mi | AutoNation Nissan Pembroke PinesPembroke Pines, FL | $27,843 | |
![]() | 2022 | Used | Jet Black Mica | 13,380 mi | AutoNation Ford St. PetersburgSt. Petersburg, FL | $26,953 | |
![]() | 2024 | Used | Soul Red Crystal Metallic | 5,457 mi | AutoNation Ford Lincoln Orange ParkJacksonville, FL | $30,717 | |
![]() | 2011 | Used | Brilliant Black | 126,344 mi | AutoNation USA KatyHouston, TX | $9,938 | |
![]() | 2016 | Used | Ceramic Metallic | 55,346 mi | AutoNation USA HoustonHouston, TX | $19,128 | |
![]() | 2023 | Used | Platinum Quartz Metallic | 16,156 mi | AutoNation USA AustinAustin, TX | $29,135 | |
![]() | 2019 | Used | Soul Red Crystal Metallic | 40,356 mi | AutoNation USA HoustonHouston, TX | $26,210 | |
![]() | 2023 | Used | Jet Black Mica | 26,851 mi | AutoNation Toyota NewnanNewnan, GA | $26,890 | |
![]() | 2016 | Used | Meteor Gray Mica | 108,436 mi | AutoNation Honda LewisvilleLewisville, TX | $15,724 | |
![]() | 2014 | Used | Liquid Silver Metallic | 45,603 mi | AutoNation Honda West KnoxvilleKnoxville, TN | $19,986 | |
![]() | 2023 | Used | Jet Black Mica | 34,425 mi | AutoNation Honda West KnoxvilleKnoxville, TN | $27,540 | |
![]() | 2016 | Used | Ceramic Metallic | 84,473 mi | AutoNation USA PlanoPlano, TX | $17,723 | |
![]() | 2003 | Used | Classic Red | 25,435 mi | AutoNation USA Colorado SpringsColorado Springs, CO | $14,990 | |
![]() | 2021 | Used | Polymetal Gray | 14,788 mi | AutoNation Subaru ArapahoeCentennial, CO | $28,998 | |
![]() | 2026 | Used | Soul Red Crystal Metallic | 203 mi | AutoNation Nissan MemphisMemphis, TN | $35,258 |
Affordability calculator
Can you afford the Mazda MX-5 Miata?
Estimated monthly payment
$611/mo
Amount financed
$31,234
Sales tax
$2,254
Total interest
$5,434
Total paid over term
$36,668
20/4/10 rule of thumb (0/2)
- ×20% or more down
- ×48-month term or shorter
A common budgeting guideline: put 20% down, finance for 4 years or less, and keep the payment at or under 10% of your gross monthly income. This estimate excludes insurance, fuel, and maintenance, and your actual APR depends on credit and lender.
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