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- $516/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
- CardinaleWay Mazda Mesa (1,174 mi away)(19)
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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 $21,075 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 Mesa, AZ / 1,174 miles away from Lafayette, LA
Experience pure driving joy in this stunning Dark Blue 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring! This hardtop convertible blends iconic roadster style w...
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VIN: JM1NDAM71S0656122
Stock: MS1859
Listed since: 06-12-2025 - $495/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- CardinaleWay Mazda Mesa (1,174 mi away)(19)
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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 $20,335 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 Mesa, AZ / 1,174 miles away from Lafayette, LA
Experience pure driving joy with this stunning 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring in Soul Red Crystal Metallic. Enjoy the thrill of a SKYACTIV-G 2...
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VIN: JM1NDAM73S0655621
Stock: MS1856
Listed since: 06-12-2025 - $523/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- CardinaleWay Mazda Mesa (1,174 mi away)(19)
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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 $21,319 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 Mesa, AZ / 1,174 miles away from Lafayette, LA
Experience pure driving excitement with this stunning 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring in Soul Red Crystal Metallic! Enjoy the spirited SKYACTIV...
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VIN: JM1NDAM74S0654218
Stock: MS1878
Listed since: 06-18-2025 - $618/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- Faulkner Mazda Trevose (1,180 mi away)
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$618/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,118 Due at signing
$3,118 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $24,747 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 Trevose, PA / 1,180 miles away from Lafayette, LA
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29 Combined MPG (26 City/34 Highway)
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VIN: JM1NDAL73R0607676
Stock: R0607676
Listed since: 08-27-2024 - $561/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Machine Gray MetallicMachine Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Faulkner Mazda Trevose (1,180 mi away)
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$561/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,061 Due at signing
$3,061 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,701 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 Trevose, PA / 1,180 miles away from Lafayette, LA
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30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)
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VIN: JM1NDAM73R0608437
Stock: R0608437
Listed since: 11-01-2024 - Arriving Soon$561/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Aero GrayAero Gray
- Interior color: Tan Nappa premium leatherTan Nappa premium leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Faulkner Mazda Trevose (1,180 mi away)
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$561/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,061 Due at signing
$3,061 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,704 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 Trevose, PA / 1,180 miles away from Lafayette, LA
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30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)
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VIN: JM1NDAM74R0609998
Stock: R0609998
Listed since: 12-19-2024 - Arriving Soon$560/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Snowflake White PearlSnowflake White Pearl
- Interior color: Tan Nappa premium leatherTan Nappa premium leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Faulkner Mazda Trevose (1,180 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 $22,671 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 Trevose, PA / 1,180 miles away from Lafayette, LA
WE WANT YOUR TRADE! TOP DOLLAR PAID!
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30 Combined MPG (26 City/35 Highway)
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VIN: JM1NDAM72R0609952
Stock: R0609952
Listed since: 12-13-2024 - $562/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Peruzzi Mazda (1,187 mi away)
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$562/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,062 Due at signing
$3,062 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $22,730 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 Fairless Hills, PA / 1,187 miles away from Lafayette, LA
Jet Black Mica 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring RWD 6-Speed Automatic 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16VRecent Arrival! 26/35 City/Highway MPG
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VIN: JM1NDAM7XS0655051
Stock: 257650
Listed since: 06-10-2025 - New Listing$549/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Machine Gray MetallicMachine Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Hamilton Mazda (1,198 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 $22,268 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 Hamilton, NJ / 1,198 miles away from Lafayette, LA
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VIN: JM1NDAM7XS0655342
Stock: S0655342
Listed since: 06-10-2025 - Arriving Soon$486/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- CardinaleWay Mazda Peoria (1,207 mi away)(1)
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$486/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$2,986 Due at signing
$2,986 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $19,991 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 Peoria, AZ / 1,207 miles away from Lafayette, LA
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VIN: JM1NDAM76S0653880
Stock: BS1856
Listed since: 02-20-2025 - $489/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Machine Gray MetallicMachine Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- CardinaleWay Mazda Peoria (1,207 mi away)(1)
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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 $20,118 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 Peoria, AZ / 1,207 miles away from Lafayette, LA
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VIN: JM1NDAM76S0656004
Stock: BS2121
Listed since: 06-13-2025 - New Listing$522/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Aero Gray MetallicAero Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- CardinaleWay Mazda Peoria (1,207 mi away)(1)
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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 $21,280 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 Peoria, AZ / 1,207 miles away from Lafayette, LA
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VIN: JM1NDAM72S0656579
Stock: BS2135
Listed since: 06-19-2025 - Arriving Soon$515/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Aero Gray MetallicAero Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Tan Nappa premium leatherTan Nappa premium leather
- 4cyl automatic
- CardinaleWay Mazda Peoria (1,207 mi away)(1)
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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 $21,026 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 Peoria, AZ / 1,207 miles away from Lafayette, LA
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VIN: JM1NDAM70S0654698
Stock: BS2107
Listed since: 06-09-2025 - $494/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
- CardinaleWay Mazda Peoria (1,207 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 $20,273 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 Peoria, AZ / 1,207 miles away from Lafayette, LA
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VIN: JM1NDAM72S0653505
Stock: BS1855
Listed since: 02-20-2025 - $515/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Machine Gray MetallicMachine Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- CardinaleWay Mazda Peoria (1,207 mi away)(1)
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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 $21,049 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 Peoria, AZ / 1,207 miles away from Lafayette, LA
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VIN: JM1NDAM74S0655367
Stock: BS2113
Listed since: 06-12-2025 - $518/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- CardinaleWay Mazda Peoria (1,207 mi away)(1)
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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 $21,145 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 Peoria, AZ / 1,207 miles away from Lafayette, LA
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VIN: JM1NDAM70S0655916
Stock: BS2117
Listed since: 06-13-2025 - $542/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- CardinaleWay Mazda Peoria (1,207 mi away)(1)
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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 $22,025 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 Peoria, AZ / 1,207 miles away from Lafayette, LA
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VIN: JM1NDAM76S0656472
Stock: BS2111
Listed since: 06-12-2025 - New Listing$517/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Jet Black MicaJet Black Mica
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- CardinaleWay Mazda Peoria (1,207 mi away)(1)
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$517/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,017 Due at signing
$3,017 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,110 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 Peoria, AZ / 1,207 miles away from Lafayette, LA
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VIN: JM1NDAM77S0655914
Stock: BS2128
Listed since: 06-18-2025 - New Listing$499/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl manual
- CardinaleWay Mazda Peoria (1,207 mi away)(1)
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$499/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$2,999 Due at signing
$2,999 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $20,451 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 Peoria, AZ / 1,207 miles away from Lafayette, LA
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VIN: JM1NDAM78S0654254
Stock: BS2134
Listed since: 06-18-2025 - Arriving Soon$544/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Soul Red Crystal MetallicSoul Red Crystal Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- CardinaleWay Mazda Peoria (1,207 mi away)(1)
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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 $22,085 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 Peoria, AZ / 1,207 miles away from Lafayette, LA
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VIN: JM1NDAM73S0656736
Stock: BS2139
Listed since: 06-23-2025 - $538/mo est.$2,500 down
- Exterior color: Aero Gray MetallicAero Gray Metallic
- Interior color: Black leatherBlack leather
- 4cyl automatic
- Wayne Mazda (1,240 mi away)(2)
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$538/month for 36 months
$2,500 Down payment
$3,038 Due at signing
$3,038 total due at lease signing includes down payment, first month payment, and $0 security deposit. Total cost to lessee is $21,865 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 Wayne, NJ / 1,240 miles away from Lafayette, LA
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: JM1NDAM70S0650327
Stock: 252967
Listed since: 01-29-2025
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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 Lafayette, LA?
- A Mazda MX-5 Miata RF lease in Lafayette, LA starts at about $485 and runs up to $617. 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 Lafayette, LA?
- It costs between $485 and $561 to lease a Mazda MX-5 Miata RF 2025 in Lafayette, LA. 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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