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- Arriving Soon$515/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Machine Gray MetallicMachine Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Hiley Mazda of Burleson (797 mi away)
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$515/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,015 Due at signing
$3,015 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,041 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Burleson, TX / 797 miles away from Joliet, IL
Machine Gray Metallic 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V 6-Speed Manual AppLink/Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Automatic...
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VIN: JM1NDAM78S0656196
Stock: M3495
Listed since: 06-26-2025 - Arriving Soon$536/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Aero Gray MetallicAero Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Hiley Mazda of Burleson (797 mi away)
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$536/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,036 Due at signing
$3,036 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,790 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Burleson, TX / 797 miles away from Joliet, IL
Aero Gray Metallic 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V 6-Speed Automatic All Weather Floor Mats, AppLink/Apple CarPlay and...
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VIN: JM1NDAM74S0655692
Stock: M3497
Listed since: 06-26-2025 - $494/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Aero Gray MetallicAero Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- McGee Mazda of Claremont (814 mi away)(1)
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$494/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$2,994 Due at signing
$2,994 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,284 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Claremont, NH / 814 miles away from Joliet, IL
Aero Gray Metallic 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring RWD 6-Speed Manual 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V*Why Buy at McGee Mazda Claremont*-- Complete...
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VIN: JM1NDAM73S0655277
Stock: 25488
Listed since: 06-07-2025 - $632/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black Nappa premium leather/alcantaraBlack Nappa premium leather/alcantara
- 4cyl manual
- Whaling City Mazda (829 mi away)
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$632/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,132 Due at signing
$3,132 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $25,242 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in New London, CT / 829 miles away from Joliet, IL
2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club Jet Black Mica 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V CALL WHALING CITY MAZDA FOR AVAILABILITY 860-443-2489. 26/34 City/Highway MPG 6-...
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VIN: JM1NDAL70S0657246
Stock: S0657246
Listed since: 05-27-2025 - $641/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
- Sentry West Mazda (847 mi away)
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$641/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,141 Due at signing
$3,141 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $25,576 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Shrewsbury, MA / 847 miles away from Joliet, IL
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VIN: JM1NDAL71S0655196
Stock: 53155
Listed since: 06-10-2025 - $522/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- University Mazda (850 mi away)(5)
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$522/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,022 Due at signing
$3,022 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,299 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Waco, TX / 850 miles away from Joliet, IL
Soul Red Crystal Metallic 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring RWD 6-Speed Manual 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V 4-Wheel Disc Brakes, 9 Speakers, ABS brak...
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VIN: JM1NDAM78S0656327
Stock: S0656327
Listed since: 06-25-2025 - $534/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
- University Mazda (850 mi away)(5)
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$534/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,034 Due at signing
$3,034 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,714 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Waco, TX / 850 miles away from Joliet, IL
Snowflake White Pearl Mica 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring RWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V 4-Wheel Disc Brakes, 9 Speakers, ABS ...
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VIN: JM1NDAM77S0655590
Stock: S0655590
Listed since: 06-25-2025 - Arriving Soon$658/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
- Werner Mazda (860 mi away)
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$658/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,158 Due at signing
$3,158 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $26,173 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Manchester, NH / 860 miles away from Joliet, IL
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VIN: JM1NDAL75S0656948
Stock: JM1NDAL75S0656948 - Arriving Soon$641/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
- Werner Mazda (860 mi away)
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$641/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,141 Due at signing
$3,141 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $25,584 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Manchester, NH / 860 miles away from Joliet, IL
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VIN: JM1NDAL75S0656884
Stock: JM1NDAL75S0656884 - Arriving Soon$637/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Deep Crystal Blue MicaDeep Crystal Blue Mica
- Interior color: Black Nappa premium leather/alcantaraBlack Nappa premium leather/alcantara
- 4cyl manual
- Werner Mazda (860 mi away)
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$637/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,137 Due at signing
$3,137 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $25,422 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Manchester, NH / 860 miles away from Joliet, IL
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VIN: JM1NDAL71S0656851
Stock: JM1NDAL71S0656851 - Arriving Soon$654/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
- Werner Mazda (860 mi away)
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$654/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,154 Due at signing
$3,154 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $26,027 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Manchester, NH / 860 miles away from Joliet, IL
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VIN: JM1NDAL74S0656830
Stock: JM1NDAL74S0656830 - Arriving Soon$564/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Werner Mazda (860 mi away)
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$564/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,064 Due at signing
$3,064 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,807 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Manchester, NH / 860 miles away from Joliet, IL
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VIN: JM1NDAM77S0656755
Stock: 25M1239 - Arriving Soon$541/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
- Werner Mazda (860 mi away)
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$541/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,041 Due at signing
$3,041 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,974 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Manchester, NH / 860 miles away from Joliet, IL
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VIN: JM1NDAM75S0657841
Stock: JM1NDAM75S0657841 - $638/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
- Ira Mazda (873 mi away)
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$638/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,138 Due at signing
$3,138 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $25,472 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Westwood, MA / 873 miles away from Joliet, IL
Heated Leather Seats, Alloy Wheels, Back-Up Camera, Premium Sound System, Satellite Radio. Aero Gray Metallic exterior and Black interior. Warranty 5 ...
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VIN: JM1NDAL75S0657355
Stock: S0657355
Listed since: 05-26-2025 - $510/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
- Ira Mazda (873 mi away)
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$510/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,010 Due at signing
$3,010 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,875 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Westwood, MA / 873 miles away from Joliet, IL
NAV, Heated Leather Seats, Alloy Wheels, Back-Up Camera, Premium Sound System. Deep Crystal Blue Mica exterior and Tan interior. Warranty 5 yrs/60k Mi...
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VIN: JM1NDAM70S0654880
Stock: S0654880
Listed since: 07-01-2025 - $649/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
- Ira Mazda (873 mi away)
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$649/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,149 Due at signing
$3,149 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $25,879 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Westwood, MA / 873 miles away from Joliet, IL
Heated Leather Seats, SOUL RED CRYSTAL METALLIC PAINT CHARG... Alloy Wheels, Back-Up Camera, Premium Sound System, Satellite Radio. Soul Red Crystal M...
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VIN: JM1NDAL76S0654531
Stock: S0654531
Listed since: 06-20-2025 - $533/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Ira Mazda (873 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Westwood, MA / 873 miles away from Joliet, IL
Navigation, Heated Leather Seats, ALL WEATHER FLOOR MATS, Aluminum Wheels, Back-Up Camera, Premium Sound System. Jet Black Mica exterior and Black int...
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VIN: JM1NDAM7XS0652182
Stock: S0652182
Listed since: 06-20-2025 - $535/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Gainesville Mazda (879 mi away)
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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 $21,759 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Gainesville, FL / 879 miles away from Joliet, IL
Soul Red Crystal Metallic 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring RWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V 4-Wheel Disc Brakes, 9 Speakers, ABS b...
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VIN: JM1NDAM7XS0654580
Stock: CRR1028
Listed since: 06-24-2025 - $495/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Snowflake White Pearl MicaSnowflake White Pearl Mica
- Interior color: Tan Nappa premium leatherTan Nappa premium leather
- 4cyl manual
- McDonald Mazda North (886 mi away)
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$495/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$2,995 Due at signing
$2,995 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,302 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Longmont, CO / 886 miles away from Joliet, IL
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VIN: JM1NDAM74S0656793
Stock: MNS0656793
Listed since: 06-27-2025 - Arriving Soon$544/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Aero Gray MetallicAero Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Tan Nappa premium leatherTan Nappa premium leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Team Gillman Mazda (890 mi away)
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$544/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,044 Due at signing
$3,044 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,066 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Houston, TX / 890 miles away from Joliet, IL
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VIN: JM1NDAM75S0658021
Stock: M250805
Listed since: 07-03-2025 - Arriving Soon$503/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Deep Crystal Blue MicaDeep Crystal Blue Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Team Gillman Mazda (890 mi away)
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$503/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,003 Due at signing
$3,003 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,626 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 July 31, 2025.
Located in Houston, TX / 890 miles away from Joliet, IL
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VIN: JM1NDAM73S0657059
Stock: M250804
Listed since: 07-03-2025
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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 Joliet, IL?
- A Mazda MX-5 Miata RF lease in Joliet, IL starts at about $493 and runs up to $657. 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 Joliet, IL?
- It costs between $493 and $657 to lease a Mazda MX-5 Miata RF 2025 in Joliet, IL. 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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