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- $488/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Snowflake White PearlSnowflake White Pearl
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Jenkins Mazda (39 mi away)(6)
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$488/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$2,988 Due at signing
$2,988 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,085 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 Ocala, FL / 39 miles away from Gainesville, FL
The price does not include tax, tag, license, an electronic filing fee of $449.00**, a private tag agency fee of $199.00**, and a predelivery service ...
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29 Combined MPG (26 City/34 Highway)
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VIN: JM1NDAM77R0609607
Stock: M10881
Listed since: 11-26-2024 - $488/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Snowflake White PearlSnowflake White Pearl
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Jenkins Mazda (39 mi away)(6)
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$488/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$2,988 Due at signing
$2,988 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,085 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 Ocala, FL / 39 miles away from Gainesville, FL
The price does not include tax, tag, license, an electronic filing fee of $449.00**, a private tag agency fee of $199.00**, and a predelivery service ...
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29 Combined MPG (26 City/34 Highway)
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VIN: JM1NDAM72R0605271
Stock: M10766
Listed since: 09-23-2024 - $528/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Aero GrayAero Gray
- Interior color: Tan Nappa premium leatherTan Nappa premium leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Jenkins Mazda (39 mi away)(6)
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$528/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,028 Due at signing
$3,028 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,494 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 Ocala, FL / 39 miles away from Gainesville, FL
The price does not include tax, tag, license, an electronic filing fee of $449.00**, a private tag agency fee of $199.00**, and a predelivery service ...
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30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)
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VIN: JM1NDAM74R0606647
Stock: M10793
Listed since: 10-08-2024 - $489/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Aero GrayAero Gray
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Jenkins Mazda (39 mi away)(6)
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$489/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$2,989 Due at signing
$2,989 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,114 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 Ocala, FL / 39 miles away from Gainesville, FL
The price does not include tax, tag, license, an electronic filing fee of $449.00**, a private tag agency fee of $199.00**, and a predelivery service ...
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29 Combined MPG (26 City/34 Highway)
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VIN: JM1NDAM73R0607577
Stock: M10801
Listed since: 10-18-2024 - $516/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Jenkins Mazda (39 mi away)(6)
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$516/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,016 Due at signing
$3,016 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,088 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 Ocala, FL / 39 miles away from Gainesville, FL
The price does not include tax, tag, license, an electronic filing fee of $449.00**, a private tag agency fee of $199.00**, and a predelivery service ...
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30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)
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VIN: JM1NDAM76R0601627
Stock: M10429
Listed since: 03-26-2024 - $580/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Jenkins Mazda (39 mi away)(6)
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$580/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,080 Due at signing
$3,080 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $23,379 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 Ocala, FL / 39 miles away from Gainesville, FL
The price does not include tax, tag, license, an electronic filing fee of $449.00**, a private tag agency fee of $199.00**, and a predelivery service ...
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29 Combined MPG (26 City/34 Highway)
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VIN: JM1NDAL76R0608871
Stock: M10886
Listed since: 11-27-2024 - $575/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Deep Crystal Blue MicaDeep Crystal Blue Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Jenkins Mazda (39 mi away)(6)
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$575/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,075 Due at signing
$3,075 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $23,190 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 Ocala, FL / 39 miles away from Gainesville, FL
The price does not include tax, tag, license, an electronic filing fee of $449.00**, a private tag agency fee of $199.00**, and a predelivery service ...
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29 Combined MPG (26 City/34 Highway)
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VIN: JM1NDAL76R0609406
Stock: M10925
Listed since: 12-23-2024 - $501/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Aero GrayAero Gray
- Interior color: Tan Nappa premium leatherTan Nappa premium leather
- 4cyl manual
- Jenkins Mazda (39 mi away)(6)
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$501/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,001 Due at signing
$3,001 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,531 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 Ocala, FL / 39 miles away from Gainesville, FL
The price does not include tax, tag, license, an electronic filing fee of $449.00**, a private tag agency fee of $199.00**, and a predelivery service ...
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29 Combined MPG (26 City/34 Highway)
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VIN: JM1NDAM7XR0609682
Stock: M10872
Listed since: 11-25-2024 - $518/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Zircon Sand MetallicZircon Sand Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Jenkins Mazda (39 mi away)(6)
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$518/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,018 Due at signing
$3,018 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,153 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 Ocala, FL / 39 miles away from Gainesville, FL
The price does not include tax, tag, license, an electronic filing fee of $449.00**, a private tag agency fee of $199.00**, and a predelivery service ...
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30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)
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VIN: JM1NDAM72R0609949
Stock: M10913
Listed since: 12-16-2024 - Arriving Soon$516/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Jenkins Mazda (39 mi away)(6)
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$516/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,016 Due at signing
$3,016 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,089 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 Ocala, FL / 39 miles away from Gainesville, FL
The price does not include tax, tag, license, an electronic filing fee of $449.00**, a private tag agency fee of $199.00**, and a predelivery service ...
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VIN: JM1NDAM79S0655333
Stock: M11219
Listed since: 06-12-2025 - New Listing$492/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Aero Gray MetallicAero Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Tan Nappa premium leatherTan Nappa premium leather
- 4cyl manual
- Daytona Mazda (86 mi away)
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$492/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$2,992 Due at signing
$2,992 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,208 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 Daytona Beach, FL / 86 miles away from Gainesville, FL
2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V RWD 6-Speed Manual Aero Gray MetallicThis vehicle includes a Lifetime Limited Non-Fact...
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VIN: JM1NDAM77S0654696
Stock: MS1525
Listed since: 06-19-2025 - $514/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Daytona Mazda (86 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 $21,009 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 Daytona Beach, FL / 86 miles away from Gainesville, FL
2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V RWD 6-Speed Automatic RedThis vehicle includes a Lifetime Limited Non-Factory Powertra...
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VIN: JM1NDAM77S0655900
Stock: MS1661
Listed since: 06-10-2025 - New Listing$492/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Daytona Mazda (86 mi away)
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$492/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$2,992 Due at signing
$2,992 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,225 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 Daytona Beach, FL / 86 miles away from Gainesville, FL
2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V RWD 6-Speed Manual Soul Red Crystal MetallicThis vehicle includes a Lifetime Limited N...
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VIN: JM1NDAM74S0654137
Stock: MS1526
Listed since: 06-19-2025 - New Listing$516/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Daytona Mazda (86 mi away)
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$516/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,016 Due at signing
$3,016 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,089 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 Daytona Beach, FL / 86 miles away from Gainesville, FL
2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V RWD 6-Speed Automatic RedThis vehicle includes a Lifetime Limited Non-Factory Powertra...
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VIN: JM1NDAM79S0656711
Stock: MS1730
Listed since: 06-17-2025 - New Listing$524/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
- Daytona Mazda (86 mi away)
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$524/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,024 Due at signing
$3,024 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,379 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 Daytona Beach, FL / 86 miles away from Gainesville, FL
2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V RWD 6-Speed Automatic Snowflake White Pearl MicaThis vehicle includes a Lifetime Limit...
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VIN: JM1NDAM78S0654299
Stock: MS1630
Listed since: 06-19-2025 - New Listing$487/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Daytona Mazda (86 mi away)
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$487/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$2,987 Due at signing
$2,987 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,049 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 Daytona Beach, FL / 86 miles away from Gainesville, FL
2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V RWD 6-Speed Manual Jet BlackThis vehicle includes a Lifetime Limited Non-Factory Power...
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VIN: JM1NDAM74S0656311
Stock: MS1729
Listed since: 06-17-2025 - New Listing$502/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Daytona Mazda (86 mi away)
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$502/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,002 Due at signing
$3,002 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,560 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 Daytona Beach, FL / 86 miles away from Gainesville, FL
2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V RWD 6-Speed Manual RedThis vehicle includes a Lifetime Limited Non-Factory Powertrain ...
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VIN: JM1NDAM71S0654614
Stock: MS1660
Listed since: 06-19-2025 - $627/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black Nappa premium leather/alcantaraBlack Nappa premium leather/alcantara
- 4cyl manual
- Daytona Mazda (86 mi away)
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$627/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,127 Due at signing
$3,127 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $25,087 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 Daytona Beach, FL / 86 miles away from Gainesville, FL
2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V RWD 6-Speed Manual RedThis vehicle includes a Lifetime Limited Non-Factory Powertrain Warranty ...
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VIN: JM1NDAL74S0655208
Stock: MS1662
Listed since: 06-10-2025 - New Listing$523/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Daytona Mazda (86 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 $21,311 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 Daytona Beach, FL / 86 miles away from Gainesville, FL
2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V RWD 6-Speed Automatic RedThis vehicle includes a Lifetime Limited Non-Factory Powertra...
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VIN: JM1NDAM7XS0656362
Stock: MS1731
Listed since: 06-17-2025 - $490/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Aero Gray MetallicAero Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Tan Nappa premium leatherTan Nappa premium leather
- 4cyl manual
- Daytona Mazda (86 mi away)
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$490/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$2,990 Due at signing
$2,990 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,144 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 Daytona Beach, FL / 86 miles away from Gainesville, FL
2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V RWD 6-Speed Manual Aero Gray MetallicThis vehicle includes a Lifetime Limited Non-Fact...
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VIN: JM1NDAM72S0650006
Stock: MS1308
Listed since: 01-21-2025 - New Listing
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Jenkins Mazda (39 mi away)(6)
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Located in Ocala, FL / 39 miles away from Gainesville, FL
The price does not include tax, tag, license, an electronic filing fee of $449.00**, a private tag agency fee of $199.00**, and a predelivery service ...
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VIN: JM1NDAM70S0656287
Stock: M11227
Listed since: 06-20-2025
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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 Gainesville, FL?
- A Mazda MX-5 Miata RF lease in Gainesville, FL starts at about $487 and runs up to $627. 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 Gainesville, FL?
- It costs between $487 and $627 to lease a Mazda MX-5 Miata RF 2025 in Gainesville, FL. 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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