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- Arriving Soon$526/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Team Gillman Mazda (641 mi away)
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$526/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,026 Due at signing
$3,026 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,433 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Houston, TX / 641 miles away from Columbus, GA
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VIN: JM1NDAM76S0657055
Stock: M250599
Listed since: 05-31-2025 - $505/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Team Gillman Mazda (641 mi away)
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$505/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,005 Due at signing
$3,005 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,686 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Houston, TX / 641 miles away from Columbus, GA
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VIN: JM1NDAM79S0650293
Stock: M250283
Listed since: 12-31-2024 - $560/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Snowflake White PearlSnowflake White Pearl
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Team Gillman Mazda (641 mi away)
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$560/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,060 Due at signing
$3,060 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,652 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Houston, TX / 641 miles away from Columbus, GA
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30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)
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VIN: JM1NDAM7XR0608273
Stock: M240870
Listed since: 10-01-2024 - $549/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Machine Gray MetallicMachine Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Classic Mazda Westside (642 mi away)
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$549/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,049 Due at signing
$3,049 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,270 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Cleveland, OH / 642 miles away from Columbus, GA
*The advertised price does not include sales tax, vehicle registration fees, finance charges, and any other fees required by law. Price excludes $387....
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VIN: JM1NDAM74S0651884
Stock: R15036
Listed since: 02-08-2025 - $527/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Fitzgerald Mazda of Annapolis (652 mi away)
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$527/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,027 Due at signing
$3,027 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,488 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Annapolis, MD / 652 miles away from Columbus, GA
2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 26/35 City/Highway MPG
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VIN: JM1NDAM75S0655927
Stock: Z655927
Listed since: 06-17-2025 - New Listing$514/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Fitzgerald Mazda of Annapolis (652 mi away)
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$514/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,014 Due at signing
$3,014 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,014 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Annapolis, MD / 652 miles away from Columbus, GA
2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 26/34 City/Highway MPG
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VIN: JM1NDAM71S0656251
Stock: Z656251
Listed since: 06-09-2025 - $540/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Rich Morton Mazda (656 mi away)(1)
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$540/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,040 Due at signing
$3,040 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,939 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Pasadena, MD / 656 miles away from Columbus, GA
Jet Black Mica 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring RWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V26/35 City/Highway MPGAll of our vehicles are...
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30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)
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VIN: JM1NDAM73R0610012
Stock: 610012
Listed since: 12-31-2024 - Arriving Soon$529/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Machine Gray MetallicMachine Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Heritage Mazda Catonsville (657 mi away)(7)
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$529/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,029 Due at signing
$3,029 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,530 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Baltimore, MD / 657 miles away from Columbus, GA
Weather Package (All Weather Floor Mats), 4-Wheel Disc Brakes, 9 Speakers, ABS brakes, Air Conditioning, Alloy wheels, AM/FM radio: SiriusXM, AppLink/...
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VIN: JM1NDAM75S0652218
Stock: JM1NDAM75S0652218
Listed since: 01-11-2025 - $531/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Heritage Mazda Catonsville (657 mi away)(7)
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$531/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,031 Due at signing
$3,031 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,628 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Baltimore, MD / 657 miles away from Columbus, GA
4-Wheel Disc Brakes, 9 Speakers, ABS brakes, Air Conditioning, Alloy wheels, AM/FM radio: SiriusXM, AppLink/Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Auto High-...
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VIN: JM1NDAM77S0655282
Stock: 55655282
Listed since: 06-06-2025 - $520/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Heritage Mazda Catonsville (657 mi away)(7)
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$520/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,020 Due at signing
$3,020 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,221 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Baltimore, MD / 657 miles away from Columbus, GA
4-Wheel Disc Brakes, 9 Speakers, ABS brakes, Air Conditioning, Alloy wheels, AM/FM radio: SiriusXM, AppLink/Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Auto High-...
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VIN: JM1NDAM74S0655322
Stock: 55655322
Listed since: 06-06-2025 - Arriving Soon$531/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Heritage Mazda Catonsville (657 mi away)(7)
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$531/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,031 Due at signing
$3,031 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,628 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Baltimore, MD / 657 miles away from Columbus, GA
4-Wheel Disc Brakes, 9 Speakers, ABS brakes, Air Conditioning, Alloy wheels, AM/FM radio: SiriusXM, AppLink/Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Auto High-...
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VIN: JM1NDAM78S0654125
Stock: JM1NDAM78S0654125
Listed since: 02-05-2025 - $531/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Heritage Mazda Towson (669 mi away)(11)
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$531/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,031 Due at signing
$3,031 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,628 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Lutherville, MD / 669 miles away from Columbus, GA
4-Wheel Disc Brakes, 9 Speakers, ABS brakes, Air Conditioning, Alloy wheels, AM/FM radio: SiriusXM, AppLink/Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Auto High-...
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VIN: JM1NDAM75S0655622
Stock: Z5655622
Listed since: 06-09-2025 - $535/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Aero Gray MetallicAero Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Tan Nappa premium leatherTan Nappa premium leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Heritage Mazda Towson (669 mi away)(11)
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$535/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,035 Due at signing
$3,035 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,770 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Lutherville, MD / 669 miles away from Columbus, GA
4-Wheel Disc Brakes, 9 Speakers, ABS brakes, Aero Gray & Tan Nappa Leather Charge, Air Conditioning, All Weather Floor Mats, Alloy wheels, AM/FM radio...
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VIN: JM1NDAM78S0652200
Stock: Z5652200
Listed since: 06-16-2025 - $533/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Aero Gray MetallicAero Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Wilkins Mazda (673 mi away)
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$533/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,033 Due at signing
$3,033 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,704 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Elmhurst, IL / 673 miles away from Columbus, GA
Aero Gray Metallic 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring RWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V26/35 City/Highway MPG
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VIN: JM1NDAM73S0650127
Stock: M16179
Listed since: 01-28-2025 - Arriving Soon$545/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Machine Gray MetallicMachine Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- El Dorado Mazda (680 mi away)
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$545/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,045 Due at signing
$3,045 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,110 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Mckinney, TX / 680 miles away from Columbus, GA
26/35 City/Highway MPG
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VIN: JM1NDAM71S0656704
Stock: S0656704
Listed since: 05-23-2025 - $546/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Snowflake White Pearl MicaSnowflake White Pearl Mica
- Interior color: Tan Nappa premium leatherTan Nappa premium leather
- 4cyl automatic
- El Dorado Mazda (680 mi away)
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$546/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,046 Due at signing
$3,046 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,162 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Mckinney, TX / 680 miles away from Columbus, GA
26/35 City/Highway MPG
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VIN: JM1NDAM73S0656008
Stock: S0656008
Listed since: 04-19-2025 - Arriving Soon$542/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Deep Crystal Blue MicaDeep Crystal Blue Mica
- Interior color: Tan Nappa premium leatherTan Nappa premium leather
- 4cyl automatic
- El Dorado Mazda (680 mi away)
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$542/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,042 Due at signing
$3,042 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,005 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Mckinney, TX / 680 miles away from Columbus, GA
26/35 City/Highway MPG
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VIN: JM1NDAM71S0656847
Stock: S0656847
Listed since: 05-23-2025 - $512/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Deep Crystal Blue MicaDeep Crystal Blue Mica
- Interior color: Tan Nappa premium leatherTan Nappa premium leather
- 4cyl manual
- El Dorado Mazda (680 mi away)
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$512/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,012 Due at signing
$3,012 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,927 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Mckinney, TX / 680 miles away from Columbus, GA
26/34 City/Highway MPG
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VIN: JM1NDAM79S0656160
Stock: S0656160
Listed since: 04-19-2025 - $523/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- El Dorado Mazda (680 mi away)
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$523/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,023 Due at signing
$3,023 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,322 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Mckinney, TX / 680 miles away from Columbus, GA
26/34 City/Highway MPG
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VIN: JM1NDAM70S0655348
Stock: S0655348
Listed since: 03-22-2025 - Arriving Soon$547/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- El Dorado Mazda (680 mi away)
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$547/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,047 Due at signing
$3,047 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,210 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Mckinney, TX / 680 miles away from Columbus, GA
26/35 City/Highway MPG
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VIN: JM1NDAM79S0656921
Stock: S0656921
Listed since: 05-23-2025 - Arriving Soon$640/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Aero Gray MetallicAero Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Black Nappa premium leather/alcantaraBlack Nappa premium leather/alcantara
- 4cyl manual
- El Dorado Mazda (680 mi away)
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$640/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,140 Due at signing
$3,140 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $25,536 over the lease term. Except as otherwise expressly provided, excludes sales tax, title, registration and other fees. Lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance, insurance, repairs and charges for excess wear and tear. Actual monthly payments will vary. Not all lessees may qualify; higher lease rates apply for lessees with lower credit ratings. Payment estimate based on lease programs in effect through June 30, 2025.
Located in Mckinney, TX / 680 miles away from Columbus, GA
26/34 City/Highway MPG
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VIN: JM1NDAL77S0656823
Stock: S0656823
Listed since: 05-23-2025
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Consumer Reviews for the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF
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Drive It Like You Stole It
scmtbdoon, 01/16/2020
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
I own a 2019 MX-5 RF. I never considered a soft top to be practical enough for my daily driver. The MX-5 isn’t really that practical (like a Mazda3 hatch), but it is practical enough - it is weather tight and holds my gear. The new 181 hp engine with 7500 rpm redline also provides broader horsepower and torque bands – and a wailing good time!
There is a reason that Porsche sells … Boxters and Caymans. They have shown there is a market for a soft and hard top version of basically the same car. Porsche has also shown there is a market for both automatic and manual transmissions in sports cars. It increases the overall sales volume and amortizes the cost of development over more units. This makes a 2 seat vehicle (that appeals to a small fraction of buyers) a more commercially viable proposition.
Mazda is trying to do the same thing, at less than half the price. And unlike the more insulated / isolated Boxter and Cayman the MX-5 can be wrung-out at less than lethal speeds.
My 2019 Mazda MX-5 Grand Touring Retractable Fastback has a 6 speed automatic. It stays in automatic when traffic is stop and go. But 99% of the time I drive it in the manual shift gate for more control on curves and grades. I prefer slap-shifting the stick, but the paddles are just as fast. Stomp the gas pedal and it instantly kicks down 2 gears to pass. You can bounce it off the 7500 rpm rev-limiter and it will not shift up. It will shift down automatically – but only as the car rolls to a stop. Every up-shift is a speed shift because you never take your foot off the gas. No power pause between gears.
It looks great with the top up or down. So much control and feedback to all your senses. Bashing about on mountain 2 lane it makes you feel like you are going fast even at 45 mph.
With the top down, you hear the engine, smell the forest, feel the air rush over the car body, feel the road condition through the steering wheel, the suspension and the brakes. All responses are instantaneous, precise and linear – whether turning the steering wheel, pressing the gas pedal, down shifting or applying the brakes.
The steering is very precise, with immediate turn-in. You can place the car exactly where you want it with no steering correction. Good torque as low as 2500 rpm with great torque from about 3500 to 7000 rpm. And it sounds strong and smooth all the way to redline.
In the RF, with the top down and windows up with temperatures in the low 40s you’ll be nice and warm without a jacket or sweater.
EPA says the automatic is more gas-frugal than the manual. Professional reviewers report that 0-60 mph is only about 0.2 seconds slower than the manual – around 6.0 to 6.5 seconds depending on how much you are abusing the engine and transmission.
Head into a posted 30 mph bend at 45, down shift into 2nd gear and start applying gas as you reach the apex. No brakes, just exhaust note as the auto-box does a rev matching down shift, then momentum into apex and 3 seconds of 2nd gear acceleration before entering the next bend.
You’ll be grinning, with no hooligan stunts required – just fast (almost legal) snaking through the S-bends. You’re going 30-60 mph but it feels faster and way-more-fun than a heavier more powerful car.
At 70 mph in 6th gear with the top up the engine and tire noise are not intrusive. You can have a conversation in fairly normal tones. The head rest speakers and speed sensitive volume adjustment work quite well to deliver good sound.
As a daily driver, your size matters. At 5’-10” / 165 lbs. I am 3 notches from maximum seat travel and find the seats very comfortable and supportive – no sliding around, even without huge side bolsters. I have plenty of room for my U.S. size 9.5 feet and my knees don't touch the steering wheel, center console or door. However, at 6’-2” or 200+ lbs. you might have issues. Cockpit storage is small and not very convenient. The (extra cost) Mazda cargo net is about $40 on the web and a Rubber Maid bin from the hardware store is around $20. Both will add flexibility when finding a home for your stuff – and when quickly emptying the trunk so you can go to the supermarket for 3 bags of groceries.
The new telescoping steering wheel will help you find a good seat position. The 4.5 cubic ft. trunk is small, but deep and well-shaped. However, the opening is fairly small. Definitely take your “gear” to the dealership and give the trunk and the cockpit cubbies a fit-test when you go for a test drive.
There is no jack and no spare tire – just a compressor that runs off the car battery and injects magic goo into the tire. If you use the compressor and goo I believe you may be buying at least one new tire, and possibly a set of 4 (if the surviving 3 are visibly worn). This wake-up call from my long-time Michelin tire store. So keep your mobile phone charged and use the free 3 year Mazda roadside assistance to have the car hauled to the tire store so the flat can be patched!
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How much does it cost to lease a Mazda MX-5 Miata RF in Columbus, GA?
- A Mazda MX-5 Miata RF lease in Columbus, GA starts at about $505 and runs up to $639. Keep in mind that these are estimates and the prices can vary based on a number of factors such as trim level, options, down payment, and length of the lease.
How much does it cost to lease a Mazda MX-5 Miata RF 2025 in Columbus, GA?
- It costs between $505 and $639 to lease a Mazda MX-5 Miata RF 2025 in Columbus, GA. Note that these are estimates, and the pricing can change based on the vehicle's trim level, installed options, and aspects of the lease such as the down payment, money factor and the lease term.
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