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Used 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Convertible Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The Mazda MX-5 Miata RF is a two-door sports car available in two trims: Club and Grand Touring. It separates itself from the standard MX-5 Miata with a power-folding roof that, when closed, makes the MX-5 RF look like a hardtop coupe. All models are rear-wheel-drive and powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (181 horsepower, 151 lb-ft of torque) paired with a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic.

Club
This starter level is also the sportiest version of the MX-5 RF, complete with:

  • LED headlights
  • 17-inch black-painted alloy wheels
  • Keyless entry and ignition
  • Heated seats
  • Nine-speaker Bose audio system
  • 7-inch touchscreen
  • Two USB ports
  • Apple CarPlay (with wireless connectivity) and Android Auto smartphone compatibility

Safety features for the Club include:

  • Forward collision warning (alerts you of a possible collision with the car in front and can automatically apply the brakes if a collision is imminent)
  • Blind-spot monitoring (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)
  • Rear cross-traffic alert (alerts you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your vehicle's path while in reverse)

Club models with the manual transmission also add:

  • Shock tower brace
  • Limited-slip differential
  • Sport-tuned suspension with Bilstein shock absorbers
  • Engine sound enhancer

A special Brembo/BBS Recaro package is only available with the Club and manual transmission. It includes:

  • Gray BBS wheels
  • Brembo front brakes with red front and rear calipers
  • Aerodynamic body kit
  • Recaro sport seats

Grand Touring
A more luxurious trim that comes with these helpful features:

  • Automatic headlights and wipers
  • Adaptive headlights (headlights swivel to illuminate the road in turns)
  • Dark gray wheels
  • Heated mirrors
  • Auto-dimming rearview and driver-side mirrors
  • Navigation system
  • Leather upholstery
  • Automatic climate control

Which MX-5 Miata RF trim does Edmunds recommend?

We recommend the Grand Touring trim for most people given its wide range of comfort features that make this tiny two-seater a more pleasant place to be. It only costs a fraction more for the upgrade, and the standard equipment adds impressive value for the money. Of course, the Club is an excellent option if you can't take your eye off those performance upgrades.

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Comparing average pricing near
Austin, TX
Vehicle
MX-5 Miata RF Club
MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring
Vehicle
Club
2.0L 4cyl 6M
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
Not Available
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not available
Not available
Parking assistance
Not available
Not available
Upholstery
cloth
leather
Heated seats
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
Not available
Not available
Sunroof
Not available
Not available
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Specifications

Specifications

Country of final assembly
Japan
Japan
Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
Engine power
181 hp @ 7,000 rpm
181 hp @ 7,000 rpm
Engine torque
151 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
151 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
6-speed manual
6-speed manual
Tire size
205/45R17
205/45R17
Wheel size
17 X 7.0-in
17 X 7.0-in
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
26 / 34 / 29 MPG
26 / 34 / 29 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
11.9 gal.
11.9 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
309 / 405 miles
309 / 405 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
30.8 ft.
30.8 ft.
Curb weight
2,452 lb.
2,452 lb.
Ground Clearance
5.3 in.
5.3 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
68.3 in.
68.3 in.
Height
49.0 in.
49.0 in.
Length
154.1 in.
154.1 in.
Wheelbase
90.9 in.
90.9 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
4.5 cu. ft.
4.5 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
Front Head Room
36.8 in.
36.8 in.
Front Leg Room
43.1 in.
43.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room
52.2 in.
52.2 in.
Rear Head Room
Rear Leg Room
Rear Shoulder Room
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$43,604
$42,375
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.58
$0.57
Depreciation
$11,622
$10,142
Financing
$4,284
$4,388
Taxes & Fees
$1,769
$1,804
Fuel
$9,826
$9,826
Insurance
$6,981
$7,093
Maintenance
$6,938
$6,938
Repairs
$2,184
$2,184
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Black w/Light Gray Stitch, cloth
Black, leather
White Nappa, premium leather
Exterior
Soul Red Crystal Metallic
Jet Black Mica
Machine Gray Metallic
Arctic White
Polymetal Gray
Soul Red Crystal Metallic
Deep Crystal Blue Mica
Jet Black Mica
Machine Gray Metallic
Snowflake White Pearl Mica
Polymetal Gray