Mazda MX-5 Miata Overview (1989 - 1998)

Tech Specs Summary

: 109 - 122 mph
: 8.2 - 10.6 seconds
: 89 - 128 hp
: 27.1 - 30.1 mpg
: 2,163 - 2,194 lbs
: 4.8 ft³

This generation of the Mazda MX-5 Miata (NA) was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mazda between 1989 - 1998. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Roadster. There are three power levels available from a 1.6 L Inline 4 gasoline engine. It has double wishbone suspension front and rear.

Performance Pick

Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.8

(1994 - 1998)

...Miata 1.8

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the MX-5 Miata is the Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.8 which scores 2.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 128 hp and a power/weight ratio of 17.04 lb/hp it has a top speed of 122 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.2 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.6

(1990 - 1994)

...Miata 1.6

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.6 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 358 miles and can store 4.8 cubic feet of cargo.

Timeline

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1998


										MX-5 Miata 1.8
		MX-5 Miata 1.6										MX-5 Miata 1.6