Used 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Consumer Reviews
Used MX-5 Miata for sale
Beautiful!
Michael Link, 08/22/2015
updated 08/27/2019
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
To me, the most obvious and appealing aspect of this car is its looks. Simply put, it is downright beautiful. It has the flowing lines, sculpted body panels, and the agressive look of a very high end exotic sports car. A buyer could be happy buying the vehicle based on looks alone. Fortunately, unlike some beauties that I have owned, ( or been married to), this car's qualities are much more than skin deep. I have the GT model, and the ride is a good balance between outstanding handling and a reasonably smooth ride. I have had it on my favorite back roads, and I can see why the MX-5 has such a loyal and enthusiastic following. The 50/ 50 weight distribution is immediately evident as is the light weight along with great suspension engineering. It is a true driver's car that will put a smile on your face. Buy it for looks, buy it for the great road vehicle that it is. Either way, you will be pleased. After 5500 miles of pleasure driving......and I do mean pleasure, I am still thrilled to own this little beauty. The more I drive it, the more things I like about it. I use it as a fair weather vehicle, and a back roads cruiser. It is comfortable, but make no mistake, I consider it a big boy, (or girl) toy. Much as I enjoy it, it would not be my only vehicle. If you want a beautiful, fun second car, I highly recommend it. UPDATE: Aug. 2019. Still performing like new. No maintenance issues whatsoever. Still stunning to look at!
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Lead Foot Lucy is Happy
Caryn Krisha, 12/12/2015
updated 12/14/2017
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
I tend to be have a lead foot when driving. I have driven stick shifts my whole life. The shifting is very smooth and easy. I love that this car takes regular gas (over my last convertible car that required premium). That in itself is a savings. So far, I'm averaging 34 mpg around town (my last car only got 25 around town). I wish the cup holders and cd player were easier to access, but not a deterrent to not purchase this car. This car, with the top down and the windows up, really keeps the car warm on those cooler, but sunny days. Too many kits (medical, roadside) to keep in the small trunk. The trunk is deep but not wide enough to accommodate a set of golf clubs. I still think this car is a good value for the money. Love the automatic car locks when you walk away. My last car was a 2006, so the new bells and whistles are very impressive to me. Just be aware that the passenger side has limited space, so could be tight for larger people. Update: I sold this car after a year because it is what I drive everyday....it was too small in the truck and interior for everyday use. I did love the great gas mileage, but beware I think it really is just a "weekend/fun" car.
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New MX-5 Miata 2016, great car inside out.
Sid J, 10/04/2015
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
It has been a day after I purchased 2016 MX-5 Sports manual. Driving had never been this much fun. Engine note, gear shift, acceleration , breaking, interior space is great. I am 6'2'' and I still have 2 inches above my head with roof down. I like small storage spaces here and there. Interior craftsmanship is extraordinary. As a driver, it requires extra efforts to restrain yourself from having too much fun, unless you don't mind the cost of frequent tire and break change.
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Why did I sit out this long?
Kshitish Soman, 03/23/2016
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
17 of 19 people found this review helpful
I've owned several other convertibles from German makers previously and this is my first 2 seat roadster. I've a whole slew of gripes. One stands out for myself: WHY THE HELL DID I WAIT THIS LONG TO OWN ONE? Three stand out for the price paid for a fully loaded GT. This car absolutely needs (1) a heated steering wheel (2) Exterior heated mirrors (3) Seat memory. But I'm okay with living with what I have. Live in Jersey, bought a car at Russell Smith Mazda in Houston sort of on a whim and they offered excellent deal and support. Drove home that weekend with my daughter co-piloting (she's just got her license). It was the best decision and the most fun drive. The new shape is different and people turn around and ask if it's a European roadster, only to then be confused by the Mazda sign. Who cares, it's an absolute treat to drive. If I could live with all the PAIN of owning german cars, I'll live with whatever headaches this car can throw at me. I've just changed my religion.
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Imperfect for all the right reasons!
Captain Flounder, 11/12/2016
updated 11/21/2019
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
Looking for a great convertible that makes no pretenses about being anything else? Look no further. The 2016 Mazda Miata is a rolling smile factory. Quick enough with limits low enough you can exploit them daily. Try to say that about an exotic sports car. You can't. Is it perfect? Absolutely not. It is loud. It is cramped. There is little space for anything. In the end, it doesn't matter. The car is just fun. Mazda knows convertibles. The heater can probably melt lead. The seat heat works quickly. You can drive this in any weather. It has all the convenience features you need like bluetooth and USBs but nothing is state of the art. Who cares when the top is down and you're driving briskly through curvy roads? Well done Mazda! Updated with just over 5000 miles: I've used the vehicle as a daily driver now for over six months. My only true aggravation is the lane departure warning system. It is EXTREMELY sensitive even when set to it's least sensitive setting. If you turn it off, you have to deal with an annoying light on the instrument panel. If you pack smartly with flexible luggage, you can get a fair amount in the trunk. Bluetooth works well even with the top down and driving at highway speeds. That was a little bit of a surprise. And the car is still loud. When you start it, you'll think a window is cracked. But in reality, none of this matters because the car is engaging to drive. I'd buy one again in a second! Updated with 10000 miles: Still love the car. It is still loud and impractical. No mechanical issues and gas mileage continues to be ~ 35mpg in mixed driving (and I do not baby the throttle). Aside from wishing it had a wee bit more leg room, not too much else to complain about. Buy one; you won't regret it! Updated with 15000 miles: Still love the car. I have taken several long trips to include one of 845 miles in a single day and had the top down the entire way. The car is loud in any configuration so if you're going to deal with noise go ahead and put the top down. I've also learned these are the descending configurations for optimal gas mileage; top up, top down, top down with windows up. I am taking Mazda up on the Apple Carplay retrofit (on my nickel) which will address a lot of my concerns about technology. Truth be told you don't buy this car for the technology. You buy it because it is fun to drive. Everything else after that is just icing on an already awesome cake. Stop reading! Buy one now.
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A settled, less exciting car
Robert Weiss, 09/04/2016
updated 03/08/2021
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
I'm comparing my gorgeous new 2016 MX-5 to my 2010 MX-5. It rides more comfortably at all speeds. It is way more forgiving of early up shifts or missing downshifts, it's quieter and has much better electronics. On balance, it's an easier car to drive, but sadly, less fun. The shifter throw seems to be longer and less 'snicky', the feeling of being on rails on the turns is decidedly less pronounced. There is nearly no interior storage, no glove box, nothing on the doors. And the useless oil pressure gauge has been replaced with an electronic shift indicator that also recommends which gear you 'should' be in if you wanted to never exceed 2000 rpm. 1800 miles and 24 months later, car is still gorgeous. Improved Battery management results in instant startup after weeks in the garage. No complaints beyond the initial observations. After a summer of increased usage due to pandemic, car continues as before. No new storage has appeared. If you use the only storage available - a small compartment between the seat-backs, you will have to get out of the car to use it. When pulled over, remember to ask permission of your law enforcement officer to leave the vehicle to get to your registration and insurance.
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GREAT LITTLE CAR FOR ONE!!
Larry Hubble, 07/09/2016
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
The Pros of the 2016 MX5: 1. Modern body styling; 2. Fuel economy increased; 3. Better interior plastics; 4. Pedals in more comfortable position; 5. Don't have to open fuel door from inside vehicle; 6. Electric steering enhances handling. The Cons of the 2016 MX5: 1. Smaller Trunk space; 2. No glovebox; 3. CD player very inconvienent to access; 4. Cup holders in a very awkward place; 5. Infotainment screen hard to adjust, set up; 6. No way to turn electronics off; 7. Still NO spare tire;
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Miata #2!!!
Michael Silver, 08/26/2016
updated 08/29/2022
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
I previously owned a 2002 Miata SE, 6 SPEED, manual transmission. It was my favorite of the 17 cars I had owned. Unfortunately, an unexpected snow storm and summer performance tires conspired to bring my baby to an early, and much lamented demise. . . Fast forward a few years, and the impending release of the 2016 Miata was creating a lot of media buzz in the automobile world. . . I never really expected to own another Miata, much less a new 2016 (We have two teenage sons, and besides, it was my wife's turn to get a new car), but circumstances arose that made it a possibility, then a reality! I am now the owner of 2016 Meteor Gray Club edition Miata MX-5, 6 speed manual transmission! I am ecstatic! The color is fantastic, the seats easily accommodate my 6'2" 230 pound frame! I have plenty of leg room. The top is a breeze, taking 3-5 seconds, up or down. It stows easily and neatly, with no need for a cover! The stereo (Bose) is quite good, and syncs up with my ipod via Bluetooth flawlessly. Even at 85 mph on the highway, is crisp and clear. the steering, as expected, is fantastic, carving the corners like a slot car! Shifting the manual transmission is a joy, and the clutch is amazingly light and easy, so driving in city traffic isn't much of a chore. . . the LED headlights and taillights are both bright, and beautiful! Such a cool looking car! . . . And like an earlier reviewer, I too live in Jacksonville, NC. However, I bought my Miata in Wilmington, NC. The dealer there was much easier to work with. . . Anyway, bottom line is, this is an amazing car, and of you enjoy driving a DRIVER'S CAR, look no further. =)
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You get everything you expect from a small roadste
Keith, 10/17/2016
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
This is the second MX-5 ND I purchased in 2016. The first one I purchased was the Sport trim level. I thought the Sport trim had everything I needed, and for the most part that's a true statement. However its biggest Achilles heel was its cloth seats. They just didn't offer enough support for my wife and I and in the end it was it's downfall. I traded it in for a Honda and to make a long story short, 40 days after I purchased it I was rear ended and the car was totalled. I decided that I really missed my MX-5 so I gave it another chance, but this time I bought the GT trim because of it's leather seats. The seats feel like they sit you a little higher and the bolstering on the cushion and backrest is far superior to the cloth seats. Plus the heated seats are amazing, with three settings. All the added features make a huge difference, giving the car a more luxurious feel ... From the auto dimming rear view mirror and high beams, the blind spot monitoring, the additional USB port, the upgraded Bose speakers and the extra speakers (which includes a sub woofer), the integrated GPS, the chrome plated control knobs, the nicer 17" alloy rims ... The GT trim is the way to go. Having said that, no matter what trim level suits you best, this car is just a blast to drive because of it's light weight and perfect 50/50 weight balance. It turns like it's on rails. It has been designed to have some body roll, but once it hits it's travel limit it's solidly planted. This is a momentum car, where you don't have to let off the gas when turning. It's a "slow car fast" vehicle, meaning that you feel like you are speeding when you are within the speed limit. It's so much fun to drive at 65 MPH and you don't need to be doing 100 MPH to feel like you are going fast. Of course it's small and there are traded offs if you decide to buy it (the trunk is small, there is limited cabin storage space, the cup holders are in an awkward spot, it's harder to get in and out of the vehicle, etc), so you have to make sure you consider your needs before buying it. I use this car as my daily driver and for me it's a perfect vehicle for that, especially since I get a combined average of 35 MPG, but I also have a truck as a second vehicle. If you are looking for a fun sports car that handles like nothing else, is reliable, efficient, relatively inexpensive to own and operate, and stylish, I can't recommend this vehicle enough .... It's just that amazing. But this vehicle isn't for everyone, and if I could only have one vehicle, I'm not so sure I would have purchased it if my situation was different.
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2016CeramicMetallicSport
Timothy N., 06/07/2016
updated 12/11/2020
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
15 of 18 people found this review helpful
I've been graced to drive/own multiple 2-Seat sports cars in my lifetime. Back in 1987 my first car my dad gave to drive was a 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite. It was fun to drive but extremely un-reliable and finicky. It left my behind stranded several times, once I was over an hour away from home (Broken throttle cable). When the clutch finally went out in it my dad said that was the final straw and we had to salvage it. My first Mazda MX-5 Miata experience was driving a used 1995 model back in 2002. It had sport suspension (sport springs/shocks), chrome rollover hoops behind the seats, aftermarket wheels/tires. It was a hoot to test-drive but was sold before I could purchase it. Fast forward to Black Friday 2015 I finally purchased my first MX-5, a 2016 Sport 6-speed. I was the first to own one in my town I live in now, Jacksonville, N.C. It was almost 4mos before I finally spotted another 2016 MX-5 in town, and now there is about 5 more as of June 2016. Anyway - it's a blast to drive, handles pretty well even though I do plan on purchasing lowerings springs or coilovers for it in the future, gets pretty decent gas milage, the standard sound system still sounds amazing and even has speakers mounted inside the headrests. I love the L.E.D. headlights and taillights, and I get alot of looks from people even from people in alot more expensive cars than my Miata. If You have never driven one I suggest You do, it's an experience you'll never forget, I'm blessed enough to have one and as my daily driver at that. Ya'll have a nice day... UPDATE 12/7/2016 After having this MX-5 for over a year now all I can say is that's it's still just as fun, reliable, fuel efficient as it's been since day one. Again, I get constant looks/stares from other drivers when I'm in My MX-5 I even get complete strangers giving Me a thumbs up or asking "What kinda car is that?" or "That thing is a Mazda?"...LOL I've replaced the factory 16" wheels with aftermarket 17"x7" chromium black XXR530 wheels and look to purchase a RACING BEAT aftermarket exhaust system and CORKSPORT lowering springs in the future...#ZOOMZOOM UPDATE 12/8/2017 Well it's been 2yrs now I've owned my 2016 Mazda MX-5 (Purchased it on Black Friday 2015) All I can say is it's been no regrets whatsoever. The only operating costs have been fuel (of course), oil changes, and a full set of new tires (P205 Fronts, P215 Rears). Not to mention the $30-$50 Towards Premium Brand Spray Wax/Detail Spray but it's worth it to keep the beautiful paint finish looking brand new. I live for sunny days to cruise with the top down and the factory stereo (which still sounds amazing even though it's not the extra-cost BOSE system). This car makes basic trips to the store, gym, work really fun!!! UPDATE 12/8/2019 This past Black Friday marked my 4th year of ownership, time sure flies by!!! 2015's Black Friday seems like yesterday but alas, it was four years ago already. I got a scheduled oil change done the other day and the only certified Mazda technician that works on my car notice that after changing the oil that my driver's side rear tire was going to be needing to be replaced soon. I didn't believe it when the service writer told me that but he allowed back into the shop area and showed me the worn tire. It's crazy, I purchased both rear tires not even 6 months ago and yet the driver's side tire was way more worn than the passenger side tire. I immediately logged onto the internet and ordered a new tire from tirerack.com once I got back home. Update 6/9/2020 I Have Had a Set of D2 Coilovers Installed To Get Rid of The Ugly Wheel Gap (Especially Up Front) and a A.E.M. Cold Air Intake. The Usual Oil Changes, Tires, and Direct Injection Cleaning Have Also Been Performed. Also, I Finally Had To Install Rear Brake Rotors and Pads (The Factory One Finally Wore Out After 4+ yrs)...
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