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Drive It Like You Stole It
scmtbdoon, 01/17/2020
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
26 of 26 people found this review helpful
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!
Fast, Fun, Fun, Fun!!
Gina, 12/01/2018
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
25 of 26 people found this review helpful
This is a super fun Mazda to drive! I had a 2010 Corvette but this is much more fun to drive! I love the power targa top, much better than having a convertible if you are concerned with too much wind blowing your hair into a tangled mess. This is like a large sunroof. Just enough for me. This is my every daily driver although I don’t drive much. Worst part of the car is the Cup holders. Just remove them if you have a passenger, just in your way. Best part of the Miata RF , driving ! It’s a blast if you like that race car feeling without having to park it way out in fear of door dings. It’s small enough that you have plenty of room on each side of the car to park it anywhere. Luv it!
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I'm in love
A Hsu, 12/13/2018
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
My first car I've ever bought was a 2008 Mazda 3 sport, then I got a 2015 then a 2017 Mazda 3 GT. I love Mazda, clearly, but I've never been in love with a car before. I was a little stressed about the price point, being that it is costing me 10K+ with interest than the 3 has been costing me, but after driving my MX-5 RF GT for the last 5 days, I'm not looking back. Some things I did have to sacrifice that the 3 offered was my heated steering wheel, door panel storage space, large glove compartment, better accessible cup holders (the MX-5 has really annoying cup holders and locations), large trunk, power seats, dual control AC/Heat, radar cruise control, and front seat space. I'm not tremendously tall (5'4") but I feel like I'm coming out of a deep lunge when I get out of the car. Aside from losing my Mazda3 GT features (I was actually quite concerned about it), I've realized it's not that bad. To me, the sacrifices are worth it. The MX-5 is TINY. It fits in a lot of places. I like to back into my parking space at home and it's hard when the neighbors illegally park in the small lot, but now I can go in with one swift sharp turn, and back up as normal. It's a fast little car too. I probably shouldn't admit it, but weaving between lanes on the freeway is a breeze. I never cut anybody off rudely but I can get enough speed in a short amount of time to switch lanes with adequate space just because I got up to speed so quickly. It's a beautiful car and it also sounds amazing. It isn't obnoxiously loud, but it definitely makes a sound or two for others to take notice. The gas mileage is also pretty good. It's what I got on my Mazda 3 (if not slightly better), I mean, as good as it'll get in California traffic. I wasn't planning on keeping this car for very long (as my purchase history demonstrates, I like to switch it up often) but honestly...this one might be a keeper (or at least I'll just get a newer MX-5 instead).
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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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Grinning all the way!
Car-guy28, 02/23/2019
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
This is the most fun to drive car out there. I own a late model Corvette and have had many sports cars including Ferrari, Porsche, Lamborghini, Mustang, Cobra, etc. The overall driving experience of the new Mazda MX-5 RF GT-S is just total excitement and pleasure. It does everything right and keeps you grinning from ear to ear. You have to experience driving this car to understand how much fun it is. I researched and helped a friend buy this car. He was in the market for a new toy after owning a Honda S2000 and a Porsche Cayman. He can’t get over what a great sports car this is and the deal we made to buy it new, hundreds below dealer invoice. He planned on using it as a weekend fun machine but now finds himself using it more like a daily driver, getting his dose of driving pleasure.
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Perfect sports car!
Bran, 07/21/2020
2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
Went from a 2011 camaro to a 2020 RF GT in eternal blue mica. Best purchase I’ve ever made! Absolutely a blast to drive, feels as fast as the camaro I traded in. I’m 6’1 and fit in easily with an inch or 2 of head room to spare. Cons: Interior is okay (Apple CarPlay/android auto is what saves the infotainment) wind noise isn’t the greatest at highway speeds but it’s not too loud, truck space is tiny, and the cup holders aren’t the best. Pros: driving dynamic, handling, and steering is the best I’ve ever felt in a car, it’s very easy to maneuver around with the small size, parking is never an issue, RF top is fantastic, way better than the soft top in my personal opinion, gas mileage is great! I average ~30mpg and that’s with very spirited driving! All in all this is a fantastic sports car for the money! I highly recommend this vehicle!!!
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Mazda Warranty Service is a Joke
Dan, 08/16/2023
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
A/C has an intermittent failure that started while still under bumper-to-bumper warranty. 7 trips to the dealer later and Mazda can't determine the cause of the issue and refuses to do anything further. I now have to go through BBB arbitration, which I'm thrilled about. The cars themselves may be leaning more high-end, but they still have economy car customer service.
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The most fun two adults can have while dressed
MB, 02/26/2021
updated 03/07/2023
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
The car never fails to elicit grins. It's a great partner on any drive. The trunk is surprisingly roomy, and unaffected by the position of the top. In winter, the interior gets nice and toasty quick. The navigation system works well enough that I don't need to find a place for my phone. The quality of the sound system is fantastic, but it takes a few minutes to start up if you use a high-capacity (>32GB) USB drive. Still, it's a delight to be in either seat. Having had a 2017 model first, the enhancements in 2019 (including the GTS package and its Bilstein shocks and limited slip differential) are transformative. It's a much more satisfying car to drive. Update 1: I'm replacing the 2019 with a 2022. Same exterior color, similar interior (from Auburn Nappa leather in the 2019 to Terra Cotta Nappa leather in the 2022). Update 2: The 2022 model is pretty much indistinguishable from the 2019 physically and the driving experience is still exquisite. The updated infotainment system is MUCH slower on startup, and has many new features, none of which are documented in any manual. Very frustrating.
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Unreal ride!
Lou BER , 08/08/2020
2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
The most fun car to drive that I’ve had, and that’s saying something because I’m older and have had a lot of them. I’m sure there are faster convertibles out there, but for the money, this car absolutely is a joy. I don’t think I’ve missed an evening drive after work yet since I got it a month ago! Love it.
Zoom Zoom Even Better
Gina4osu, 05/14/2019
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
Well, I’ve had 2 Mazda Miatas and they kept getting better. Almost purchased a 2017 before reading reviews for the new 2019. I have never purchased a new car because of depreciation and you can save a bundle if you get used. But, the 2019 had those safety upgrades I wanted so I purchased the 2019 GT RF. I sold my 2010 Corvette and purchased the MX-5. Love the convenience of having the retractable top and I can have it down and still have a hair style when I get out. Much more fun to drive than the Vette!! It’s a blast ! I’ve had it now for about 6 months. Wish it had more interior storage and better cup holders but if you want something that is a blast to drive reasonably priced, this is it!!
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Fun ride
BRD, 07/23/2021
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2019 RF GTS new in 2020. With Bilstein dampers and front tower brace included and added Apple CarPlay, it’s virtually the same as the 2020 and 2021 models. This is an outstanding second car. It is impractical as a hauler as there is no storage space. Interior storage space is non existent and the trunk is tiny. But that’s not why you buy a Miata. The driving experience is truly excellent and is the most fun I’ve ever had driving. The manual transmission is excellent, curvy roads are awesome and the power is just right. There are endless aftermarket upgrades. You’ll look for excuses to take this thing on the road. It’s been our escape hatch during the pandemic. We put the top down on cold days with the heated seats on. Tons of fun, economical and reliable. What more do you need?
Snazzy car!
G.Y., 06/25/2021
2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I got the Machine Grey GT RF and it's such a beautiful car! very zippy and handles well. interior is very nice (I got the white leather interior) It's small, but awesome! love the ability to drop the roof or close it and feel like a coupe.
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GT is Meaningful Now
George N, 01/23/2020
updated 03/15/2024
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
We traded our 2013 Miata on this 2019 Miata RF 5 years ago. It has not needed any repair of anything. We have only done routine maintenance. This car is a blast to hustle mountain roads (or freeway interchanges) and is comfortable enough to take a several hundred mile trip. The trunk holds a surprising amount of luggage. The closed retractable roof offers a weatherproof and reasonably quiet ride. You can hold a conversation but still not a quiet conversation. By the numbers, the increase in power seems slight, but in driving it is obvious. Accelerate in city traffic? Just squeeze the throttle. The 6 speeds are beautifully spaced. All the current technology is here from Apple Car Play to blind spot warning (helpful in a car low to the ground). To be sure, it’s still a low-slung sports car that requires some agility to get in and out. This car has all of the Miata charm plus a few new comforts. If you fit, you’re in for a fun, trouble-free experience.
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Head turner!
Jim Pitz, 07/09/2021
2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
A breath of fresh air, sleek styling with curves in all the right places. Brings a smile to one's face with the top down on a serpentine back country road. Thanks to Edmunds recommendations this car made my year.
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Perfect Sports Car for a Discerning Buyer
California Beachy, 08/22/2021
2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
So happy with my purchase - comfortable, sexy, and satisfying drive - just what everybody needs!
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Driving satisfaction
Rick Kelly, 06/08/2023
2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
When looking for a sporty affordable second vehicle I narrowed my search to the Mazda MX-5 RF and Subaru BRZ. Initially the main reason going for the MX-5 was to have the open air experience. After 7-months of ownership you just cannot be in a bad mood when driving this vehicle. The engine is so smooth all the way to the 7500 rpm redline and the manual transmission is great. You are very connected to this car. I love all the premium features of the GT model (auto wipers, high beams, dimming mirrors, blind spot, cross traffic etc..). I prefer the security of the RF and to me the interior noise isn’t bad for such a small car (especially now that I disconnected the induction sound tube). The interior is a comfortable place (I’m 5’10” 240 lbs). The MX-5’s reliability ratings are above average (where the BRZ/GR 86 twins have had some RTV issues/controversy). As for criticisms I wish the driver seat had at least manual lumbar adjustability, the tech is slow and glitchy. I have only been able to use Apple Maps because Waze and Google maps are several seconds behind the actual vehicle positioning or just crash. It would also be nice if the smaller frameless auto rear dimming mirror was offered as the current one does hinder outward visibility due to its size. I’ve added an aftermarket exhaust which for me gives the car the extra sound it needs. So is MX-5 always the answer……for me YES!
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My woderful Mazda Mx5
Sandy, 02/19/2019
updated 08/24/2020
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
You should like sports cars .You should look until you find the one you like. I love my Mazda Mx5. I love the color. Blue and I love the heated seats and the heater is great. I love that you just push a switch and the top goes down. it is still warm with the top down and you can talk because the isn't a lot of wind noise. It is really fun to drive. and I find myself thinking of reasons to go driving
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Sporty Fun
Shocked that i'm a Miata fan, 09/18/2019
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Smooth shifting high revving fun. Mazda knows what they do right with the Miata and this version nails it. The car doesn't try to be anything other than a fun driving car
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Such a fun car!
Dunebuggy, 07/01/2021
updated 07/03/2023
2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Have a 21' RF Touring 6mt. The soul red paint is gorgeous! Only owned it about a month. The shifter and clutch feel is amazing. Steering feel is very good.The Bose audio sounds great. The infotainment system overall is....good. Ride is impressive for a small car. It's not a quiet car though. Storage space inside is lacking .Cons are few. I think the blind spot monitoring stays on longer than it should.The infotainment is a little slow to fire up sometimes. I'm going to buy an extra cup holder. I'd rather use both pass side ones for stuff as I commute to work solo. You cant use the drivers side one. Overall it's a fantastic middle finger to practical cars but should be reliable!
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Most fun for the money
Sgt. Slow, 09/04/2023
updated 09/06/2024
2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
A power seat would be nice, if only to move forward and back - it’s much easier to get in and out of the car when the seat is all the way back. A power function with a memory feature would be much appreciated. To lower the top, you push up on the switch. To make the top go up, you push the switch down (Japanese cultural oddity?). Mostly highway miles, 38 mpg overall. At 70 mph, 40 mpg. Will come in very handy when gas prices go crazy next year.
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Miata GT-S 2019
Chris, 09/13/2019
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
This car is one of the best!! Great handling and fun to drive.
Looks to Kill with no space to Fill.
KK Kardos, 11/23/2022
2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
This car has killer looks, that I have not seen since the Datsun 280Z. I would have purchased this ride, however, I could not fit my golf bag in the trunk.
A catchy title
Love my Volkswagen GTI, 06/01/2021
2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
8 of 22 people found this review helpful
I bought a new 2021 Mazda RF and have had it approx a month and a half and now both key fobs don’t work and the car won’t start. It was nice while it lasted. Definitely not a car for anyone over six feet tall. Design is very nice. It handles well. It’s just too bad brand new key fobs don’t work.
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My wife’s little zoom zoom!
Kim Willingham, 06/25/2020
2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Comfortable, quick, fun, surprisingly deep trunk.
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Poor mans sports car - GREAT RIDE
Ron, 05/31/2021
2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Car handles great, fun to drive, enough power, but might be improved with if super or turbocharged. Love it, constantly get comments about great look. Average 34 MPG around town, unbelievable!
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My third ND, and my second ND2 - All daily drivers
CHG_PW, 02/24/2024
2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
OK, here we go. 2023 ND RF GT manual purchased in Dec. to replace a 2019 ND RF GT which replaced a 2017 soft top automatic First thing, the shifter in the manual is amazing but the automatic in my previous cars was easier to live with and faster in a straight line. Here's why, unless you're willing to beat the crap out of your clutch to get to 60 mph in under six seconds the automatic is faster. Using the same app for both cars I got 6.3 seconds to 60 with the automatic and 6.4 with the manual. If I drop the clutch at 4000 and speed shift at redline in the manual I get 5.7. I'm not doing that anymore. Only a low life beats up the machinery. Both RF cars were on Continental Extreme Contact DWS 06 tires and times were measured within a week of each other. Oh, and the handling is the same with either transmission. Unbelievable. The downside of the manual is extremely short gearing translates to well over 3000 rpm at 70 mph. The engine noise can be tiresome. And the paint and the sun visors suck. Get PPF. But I don't care about any of the above. Mazda added an anti-roll feature called Kinematic Posture Control and it works. Doglegs I took at 45 in the first and second NDs I now take at 60 and I'm not worrying the bump stops are going to knock me into the bushes. If you can get a 22 or 23 or 24 I recommend them over the previous years. If not no one will be disappointed buying any ND from 2016 to present. The first Miata had 60000 when I traded it in. Nothing broke. Nothing. Avr 32.5 mpg The second Miata (RF) had 58000 when I traded it in. Nothing broke on it either. Ever.( the top did buzz in third gear once in a while) Avr 31 mpg I had to replace the brakes on both cars around 35000. And I drove both cars year round. Yes even in winter. (Michelin X-Ice Tires) I drove the last two cars from Kansas City to Atlanta, Wausau, Ouray, Santa Fe, Omaha, Madison County, Crested Butte, Eureka Springs, Hot Springs, Farmington, and Durango and of course they were my daily driver too. If you can fit inside, buy one of these cars. They're magic.
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Love this car!
Charlotte, 10/19/2022
2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
It's sporty & fun and has many more features than I expected. Handles like a dream.
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Love the car
Michael Shay, 05/19/2019
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 9 people found this review helpful
Have idea for the future design of the car. It involves changing the look of the rear portion of the car. Change the shape of the tail lights. Eliminate the round shape. Extend the, I call it the wedge, to a cat eye shape, from point to point. Giving it a sleaker look from behind, more intune to the lines of the car. The look would add a flow to it.
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Mazda MX 3 1993
ST Michika, 12/15/2019
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF 30th Anniversary 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love my Mazda MX 3 so durable and fuel economy Strong for Nigeria roads
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great car, but
arlene h, 01/09/2023
2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 6 people found this review helpful
i had a 2005 miata which was totaled. i knew i wanted another miata. bought one the next day. problem is it's so complicated to operate with all the interior bells and whistles. salesman did not go over any of these even before a test drive. had him come up to the house today. took him an hour to try and explain how all the features work. took it for a short ride today. the ride is great -- smooth, great steering, etc. -- a pleasure to drive.
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CLASSI-ATA
NeNe, 09/20/2022
2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
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LOVE IT ALL!!!—- A little tight, but it performs!! Smooth, easy speed…Classy!!
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Great ride
Charlotte , 10/09/2022
2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
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Such a fun ride. Handles beautifully.
Mmm, Mmm, Mmm
New Miata Owner, 09/10/2023
2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
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Picked up our new 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF 2 weeks ago. Very first impression on the way home from the dealership - feels like driving an MG or Austin-Healey but with modern creature comforts and Japanese reliability and quality. That was of course the original mission for Mazda some 24 years ago, and it still applies today. I was concerned on that first drive (175 miles) that I got a lemon when the temp and fuel gauges didn't appear to be working, only to find out that the instrument cluster lighting control hidden in the driver's instrument binnacle also serves as an on/of switch for the temp gauge (9/13/23 update: I just discovered that the temp gauge button actually switches the digital gauge range between full scale and operating temperature only, presumably to get a better handle on potential overheating when at a track day) and that since I was getting better than 40 mpg, it took about 75 miles before the needle moved below full. Some of the most comfortable seats I've sat in, even though they only have basic manual adjustments - we got the GT trim with the leather seats. I'm 5'-10" so no problem with fitting in, but it is tight with very limited storage - not really a problem given the mission. I did find that unless I kept my left foot on the dead pedal, it leaned against a crease in the hard plastic of the door panel, and in general I was expecting less hard plastic and more soft-touch surfaces. It's probably a convertible thing, but the sun visors can't be moved to the side windows - I've learned to always bring a ball cap to deal with sun glare. The easiest clutch I've ever used - you've got to try to stall it, which my wife found very surprising and forgiving. The shifter is the closest I've experienced to a gaming simulation setup but still exhibits mechanical feedback - super short throws and close ratios. You'll want to shift often to get it into the right ratio for spirited driving, but it's also happy to stay in a high gear and has a surprising amount of torque if you want to be lazy. I'm still in the break-in period (although Mazda doesn't have a specific break-in period, just says to vary the revs and avoid full throttle and harsh braking for the first 600 miles - sounds like a typical break-in period to me), but this thing likes to be wrung out and is very satisfying doing so. I haven't gone beyond 4-5K rpm, but it pulls stronger and stronger the higher you take it - wonderfully linear response as you would expect from an NA engine that has been massaged for sporty driving. It feels very similar to my long gone bugeye WRX once the turbo boost kicked in, thanks to its light weight and eagerness to rev. I cross-shopped a BRZ/GR86 after driving my son's 2017 BRZ - very similar driving feel, however we really wanted the option to go topless, and found the MX-5 to be a more dedicated sports car with classic flair. Wind buffeting with the hard top retracted is minimal, especially with the windows up. The body panel surfacing is considerably better looking in person than in photos - looks like a mini Ferrari and just feels special. Very neutral handling at the somewhat lower cornering limits that I've driven it so far - looking forward to exploring its limits and chassis dynamics under more spirited driving conditions. I did notice that on poor pavement it can get quite choppy - probably due to the short wheelbase and suspension tuning. The steering weight is just right to my liking, and extremely accurate with a nicely tuned center - not overly darty. Steering feel and communication is numbingly de rigueur as with most modern cars with electric steering - definitely not like the old MGs, but you can position it exactly where you want to and it's fairly telepathic. I found the lane keep assist very bothersome until I learned that it can be turned off - surprisingly once off it stays off even after turning the car off and back on again. Overall a delightfully modern and sporty driving experience that I plan on enjoying to the fullest.
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Gotta Buy Miata
Jorge F, 04/09/2024
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2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
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I drove two manual-transmission VW GTI's from 2005 to 2022. At that point, I decided to get a "grown-up car," a 2022 Genesis G70 3.3T. I loved that Genesis--the interior was posh, the rearview camera had crystal clear resolution, it had blind-spot monitors that I never had in my GTI, and it had 360-degree overhead camera. And that thing flew--it did 0-60 MPH in 4.5 seconds. I also loved pulling up to places and having a respectable-looking car. But then I watched a show about the top ten greatest sports cars of all time, featuring the Miata at slot #9. I loved the looks of the new RF model, but I thought "it's a Miata--how good can it be?" My intrigue got the best of me and I decided to rent a 2019 MX-5 RF Club for five days. I dropped off my daughter at school and soccer, drove to work, took it for joyrides with the top down...and I slowly fell in love. I didn't realize how much I missed driving a manual transmission until I started powering through the gears in the Miata. I didn't know that I was a convertible guy until I started powering the top down. This thing is so fun to rev to 7500 RPM and hear the engine growl. And if you want to take it easy, it'll give you 35-40 MPG on the highway in sixth gear—whereas my Genesis gave me a paltry 15 MPG. The Miata is so fun to rip around the corners; if you go hard enough, you will feel the rear wheels losing traction, but the car is so well balanced that it rights itself almost instantaneously as you let off the gas, giving you a feeling of control but with a big goofy smile on your face. The MX-5 doesn't fly like a 400 HP car, but its 5.8 sec 0-60 is respectably quick (quicker than my old GTI's), and 40 MPH feels like 60 MPH because you are so low to the ground—just like a go-cart. Within five days of returning my rental, I missed driving the Miata so much that I bought a 2023 MX-5 RF Club—and I enjoy it every single day. I thought I'd save more money on gas since the fuel efficiency is so much better than my Genesis, except that I find myself driving 30% more because this car is so fun! I sold my Genesis and I haven't looked back (although I do miss the extra two seats and the rearview camera sometimes). I never thought that driving could be so enjoyable.
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Take Me to 7500 RPM
Jorge F, 04/11/2024
2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
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I just bought a 2023 MX-5 RF Club in Deep Crystal Blue, and I turn heads everywhere I go-- especially when I switch the car from a hardtop coupe to a convertible at a stop light. For a body style that was released in 2016, this car still looks gorgeous. The interior is very well finished for a $40,000 car that prioritizes the driving experience. The Recaro seats are sharp looking and also comfortable. The blind spot monitors are overly sensitive, but the left-side blind spot is pretty bad so I guess I prefer that they work rather than not work. Rear view camera resolution hasn't improved since 2019, but this car is about the driving experience. Hearing that engine roar as you approach 7,500 RPMs, and taking a tight corner in second gear as you push the rear tire grip to its limits is what this car is all about. Yes there's only 181 horsepower, but there's something erotically efficient about getting to use every single one of those horses as you push your 2,450 lb car to 7,500 RPM, shift to second gear and repeat. I look forward to every outing and every errand, and just looking at it, and especially driving it, puts a smile on my face and lifts my mood.
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