1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata Review
Price Estimate: $5,288 - $8,270

Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
What’s new
Dual airbags arrive, and a 1.8-liter four-cylinder making 128 horsepower replaces the original 1.6-liter engine. Sharp, new alloy wheels debut. Optional automatic gets electronic shift controls. Larger diameter disc brakes are standard. Bigger gas tank added. New R package debuts with sportier suspension. Superman Blue replaced by Montego Blue. M-Edition is painted Montego Blue with chromed alloys.
For sale near Taylor, MI
3 listings
- Photos not available$5,995
- 217,457 miles
- No accidents, 10 owners, personal use only
- Cars To Fit Any Budget (199 mi away)
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Located in Bridgeport, OH
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: JM1NA3531R0502052
Stock: 94205225
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 08-23-2025 - $8,491
- 114,796 miles
- Insurance loss reported, 2 owners, personal use only
- Midwest Motors (232 mi away)
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Located in Indianapolis, IN
Looking for a timeless driving experience? This used 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata delivers pure joy behind the wheel. With a weight of just 0.6350, this conv...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: JM1NA3533R0504000
Stock: 504000
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 07-10-2025
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Michigan
$190/mo for MX-5 Miata Base
MX-5 Miata Base
vs
$173/mo
Avg. Compact Car
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Still Looking Good After 17 Years
4.75 out of 5 stars08subaru, 08/01/2011
1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible
About 2 months ago I bought a 1994 Miata equipped with the B-Package and ABS. It had 53,XXX miles on it, had never been in an accident, and had all the records. I got the car for $3,000. This has hands down been one of the best gamble of my life. I absolutely loves this little car. Its a blast to drive, still feels as solid as a rock (especially for an mid 90's convertible), gets great … gas mileage, and looks absolutely stunning. And, what surprised me is it actually sounds good for a 4 cylinder. Plus, The car fits my family and I perfectly (I'm the tallest at 5'8"). I expect many more happy, fun filled miles in this two seater.
The Best Sportscar I have EVER Owned
5 out of 5 starsNick Robinson, 09/01/2015
1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata M-Edition 2dr Convertible
I have owned a '73 Z-29, (2) 1972 240-Zs, a 1971 Series 1 240Z, a 1969 Mustang GT and a 1978 Corvette. All had great points and glaring weaknesses. The Miata has no glaring weaknesses but some off-the-chart strengths. This is easily the best handling car I have ever driven. With street tread mounted on OEM 14 inch rims, and a completely stock suspension, this car takes curves with a … predictability I cannot imagine will ever be improved upon. The engine pulls in every, single gear and the shifter is heavenly. The cockpit has just the right instrumentation and an honest set of mechanical gauges. Fuel economy is amazing and has never failed to deliver less than 21 mpg in town and 27 on the highway. I seldom drive this car with any consideration of fuel economy, so those numbers can be improved upon.
The body is solid and well put together. The engine is pretty simple to service, as long as you are not changing the oil. That can be a bit messy. I cured that with the addition of a Cobalt Oil Filter Relocation Kit. The rear end and gearbox are dead simple to access and service. Oh, by the way, this car has a Torsen Limited Slip Differential. Amazing quality for a very low price.
As for folks derisively calling this car "effete", drive the thing and then talk. It does more with the 128 base horsepower and four cylinders than my 71 240-Z could with 150. I loved my Z. I love my Miata.
classic roadster
4.5 out of 5 starsdarkcity2, 04/14/2002
1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata M-Edition 2dr Convertible
I have a 1994 M-edition and man, it is
great. For the price, I am awestruck
by the handling. It's a car that
doesn't attract the wrong attention,
it doesn't turn in record quarter mile
times...but if you get in the car, and
shift through the gears, and take a
sharp right turn at high speeds,
you'll know you're driving something
special. I've taken sharp turns at …
somewhat high speeds, and I haven't
once yet heard the tires slipping. I
feel as if the car is on rails!
94M
4.88 out of 5 starsPaul, 07/10/2008
1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata M-Edition 2dr Convertible
I bought this car several years ago having wanted one for a long time. it had over 125K on the clock and needed a top, shocks and seats, but the body and mechanicals were good. I gave it a new top, opting for a heated glass cloth top. I reupholstered the seats in leather. Upgraded the shocks and installed sway bars. I haven't enjoyed driving this much since my Fiat days in the 70s.
1994 MX-5 Miata Highlights
Base
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 21 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $190/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 3.6 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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