Used 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M) Consumer Reviews
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More fun to drive than my former Corvette
Paul Jay W., Westminster, MD, 11/01/2015
updated 11/06/2018
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
37 of 39 people found this review helpful
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.
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Motoring, indeed. Top down 2 seater with style!
SHNOOL, Ashburn, VA, 06/20/2016
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
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.
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A Great Fun Ride & Great MPG's
Richard, Spartanburg, SC, 04/16/2016
updated 04/24/2023
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
27 of 29 people found this review helpful
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. (2 1/2 year update) At 5000 miles I'm still glad I purchased this car. Only problem is a squeaky drivers seat when I get in and out. Still fun to drive and great gas mileage. Still a fun to drive car with no problems at 3 years. No regrets. Would buy again. 4 years and only 8000 miles. The only thing I need to add is a problem with the cloth roof. There is excessive wear in 4 spots on the cloth where it rubs against a seam when the roof is down. I checked a couple of other 2016 MX 5's and they have the same problem developing. With only 8000 miles you shouldn't expect that! I have placed a couple pieces of black tape on the spots to help but I'd bet the cloth roof may have a problem in the future. No recall but from what I see there should be! Over 7 years old and only 13,000 miles. Still a Great car but wish it had a dash glove box. Box between the seats is awkward to use especially if you have a drink in the holder. Still average 36+ MPG's and low 40's on interstate trips. Not an interstate highway car but fantastic in town and on back roads.
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Almost perfect
Michael DeNinno, Brooksville, FL, 01/21/2016
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
27 of 29 people found this review helpful
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.
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New MX-5 Miata 2016, great car inside out.
Sid J, Houston, TX, 10/04/2015
Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
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.
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