Used 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2019 MX-5 Miata RF, so we've included reviews for other years of the MX-5 Miata RF since its last redesign.
First Impressions
Sal D., 02/07/2017
2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Launch Edition 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
The RF is definitely a different open air experience. I've owned soft top, open-all-the-way convertibles for the past twenty years, and even with the windows up, there's a narrow temperature range where you can feel comfortable driving open top. But the RF is an outlier. I picked up my Launch Edition car ten days ago and figured it would be awhile before I could drive here in the Long Island winter with the top down. But after driving a short while today with the bright sun beating down and warming up the cabin, I decided to test the roof for the first time. Even though temperatures were in the 40's, I was pleasantly surprised. With the top down, windows up and heat set to 72, I was quite comfortable zooming around the local streets. It obviously would feel a bit different at highway speeds, but at least I know that I can enjoy what the car was made for more often. A caveat, though, if you're thinking of buying one: take a test drive with the top down to make sure it's the type of open air driving feel that you want. Also, I'm not going to comment on the driving dynamics yet, as Miata always gets good reviews in that respect and it's only a short time for me so far. Bottom line is that as one person I'm very happy with the car - love the styling and it's the first of its kind.
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What a Blast to drive!
Malcolm Leader, 03/05/2017
2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
Once you're in, the seats are great, but getting in and out can be a chore. After a lot of practice, it gets easier. This is the price one pays when driving a low-slung high performance car. Press on the gas and you take off like a shot. Hit the Brembo brakes and you stop quickly. Driving around the mountain passes where I live is bound to put a smile on your face. The handling is great with good steering feedback. For a non-turbo 2.0L engine, it really goes! The shifter is short-throw and a delight. The transmission is up for anything. Clutch is good but abrupt sometimes. I really love this car!
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Beautiful, fun, weekend car
LESLEY LITTNER, 01/29/2017
2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Launch Edition 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
It's a really fun sportster. Small in dimensions but loaded with technology and ability. Not particularly friendly cockpit. Gauges in awkward places. Six speed manual tranny keeps you constantly busy... but hey...that's what it's all about... just not for rush hour. Roof is terrific but creates blind spots. Not made for tall or large people. Still too new to completely rate.
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2019 Mazda Miata MX5RF
Charles Mock, 03/08/2019
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
Selection is limited, the dealers like to haggle. Interior storage space is even less than in earlier models, pack light! It is a 21st century car, lots of electronics, more radars than a WW2 night fighter. If you want an affordable modern sports car there is no equal!
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One year and 22000 trouble free miles.
Tom T, 09/03/2018
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2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
This car has been my daily driver for just shy of two years now. His name is Bob and there's nothing negative to report except that the sun visors suck. This car won me over after about a week and I've since driven it from Kansas City to Atlanta. Then Kansas City to Bentonville. Then Kansas City to Omaha. Then Kansas City to Hermann. Then Kansas City to Crested Butte. Last week I drove down Hwy 7 in Arkansas to Hot Springs and back up Hwy 23 to Eureka Springs. For commuting and highway it's better than the manual mostly because the engine spins at a lower speed when it's in 6th gear but for long trips above 65 mph you'll need earplugs (seriously) and unless you're willing to trash your clutch on take off the automatic is the faster car too. Using sport mode in the city and manual mode on twisty roads helps the driving experience. The trunk is not big but will hold 4 grocery bags with room to spare. Luggage for two will fill the trunk completely and you should use soft sided bags. Keep in mind the car is not for large or tall folks. Don't even try. However , if you're not a chunkosaurus you'll find the car becomes an extension of you and you forget you're driving a car and just will yourself from one point to another. For winter driving I went down a size and bought 16" wheels and Michelin X-Ice tires to drive in snow. Never had a problem and the tires still look brand new. This car is a hoot to drive in the snow and the heated seats and mirrors make it almost civilized. So to drive this little car smoothly I had to relax and learn to make smooth extremely small steering inputs and remember to "look where you want to go". This is not a car that does well when hammered and poorly treated. It made me want to be a better driver and has ruined me for driving regular cars. Absoutely the worst things I can say are the sunvisors are a joke and the power outlet location was designed by a sadistic meany. There you go. Go buy one of these cars.
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