Mazda2015-present MX-5 Miata Overview

Mazda MX-5 Miata Overview (2015 - present)

ND

Tech Specs Summary


127 - 137 mph

6.5 - 8.3 seconds

129 - 181 hp

34.1 - 39.2 mpg
lb
2,315 - 2,619 lbs

4.5 - 4.6 ft3
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This generation of the Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) is produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mazda and started production in 2015. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Roadster and comes in 2 body styles, for example the MX-5 Miata SKYACTIV-G 132 and MX-5 Miata RF SKYACTIV-G 184. There are four power levels available from a 1.5 L Inline 4 gasoline engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
Mazda MX-5 Miata SKYACTIV-G 184
(2018 - present)
...TIV-G 184

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the MX-5 Miata is the Mazda MX-5 Miata SKYACTIV-G 184 which scores 3.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 181 hp and a power/weight ratio of 13.45 lb/hp it has a top speed of 136 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.5 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Mazda MX-5 Miata SKYACTIV-G 132
(2018 - present)
...TIV-G 132

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mazda MX-5 Miata SKYACTIV-G 132 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 443 miles and can store 4.6 cubic feet of cargo.

Euro NCAP Results

2015
★★★★
Adult Occupant
84%
Child Occupant
80%
Pedestrian
93%
Safety Assist
64%
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