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Used 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata Convertible Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata is a small two-seat convertible and comes in three trim levels: Sport, Club and Grand Touring. All are powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (181 horsepower, 151 lb-ft of torque) that drives the rear wheels. On all trims, a six-speed manual transmission is standard and a six-speed automatic is optional. Standard feature highlights include:

Sport
The base Sport starts you off with:

  • 16-inch alloy wheels
  • LED headlights
  • Keyless entry and ignition
  • 7-inch touchscreen
  • Six-speaker audio system
  • Two USB ports
  • Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration
  • 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
The Club is the sportiest of the bunch, adding:

  • 17-inch black wheels
  • Black front lip and rear spoilers
  • Upper door trim in exterior color
  • Heated seats
  • Nine-speaker Bose audio system

Club models with the manual transmission also add:

  • Shock tower brace (stiffens the body structure to help with handling precision)
  • Limited-slip differential (enhances traction during acceleration)
  • Sport-tuned suspension with Bilstein shock absorbers
  • Engine sound enhancer

The Club's unique Brembo/BBS Recaro package is only available with the manual. It includes:

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

Grand Touring
The Grand Touring is the most luxurious MX-5. It builds off the Club (minus the front and rear spoilers) and adds:

  • Dark gray wheels
  • Automatic headlights and wipers
  • Heated mirrors
  • Auto-dimming rearview and driver-side mirrors
  • Cloth-lined soft top
  • Automatic climate control
  • Leather upholstery
  • Navigation system
  • Wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay

Which MX-5 Miata trim does Edmunds recommend?

Aim for the middle ground and grab the Club. The Club's heated seats and nine-speaker Bose audio system are nice upgrades over the Sport trim, but we really like the limited-slip differential and upgraded shocks that come standard when you opt for the near-perfect manual transmission. Should you be even more enthusiastic about driving, the Brembo/BBS Recaro package offers upgraded brakes, wheels and grippy Recaro sport seats. Just be advised those Recaro seats make the already small cabin even more cramped for taller drivers.

Compare trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
Moab, UT
Vehicle
MX-5 Miata Sport
MX-5 Miata Club
MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
Vehicle
Sport
2.0L 4cyl 6M
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Grand Touring
2.0L 4cyl 6M
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Features

Features

Features

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

Specifications

Specifications

Country of final assembly
Japan
Japan
Japan
Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
Engine power
181 hp @ 7,000 rpm
181 hp @ 7,000 rpm
181 hp @ 7,000 rpm
Engine torque
151 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
151 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
151 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
2.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
6-speed manual
6-speed manual
6-speed manual
Tire size
195/50R16
205/45R17
205/45R17
Wheel size
16 X 6.0-in
17 X 7.0-in
17 X 7.0-in
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

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

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
30.8 ft.
30.8 ft.
30.8 ft.
Curb weight
2,341 lb.
2,341 lb.
2,341 lb.
Ground Clearance
4.9 in.
5.3 in.
5.3 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
68.3 in.
68.3 in.
68.3 in.
Height
48.6 in.
48.8 in.
48.8 in.
Length
154.1 in.
154.1 in.
154.1 in.
Wheelbase
90.9 in.
90.9 in.
90.9 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
4.6 cu. ft.
4.6 cu. ft.
4.6 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
Front Head Room
37.4 in.
37.4 in.
37.4 in.
Front Leg Room
43.1 in.
43.1 in.
43.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room
52.2 in.
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

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$37,158
$37,438
$37,593
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.5
$0.5
$0.5
Depreciation
$8,379
$8,280
$8,599
Financing
$3,820
$4,016
$3,927
Taxes & Fees
$2,143
$2,214
$2,182
Fuel
$10,266
$10,266
$10,266
Insurance
$3,813
$4,062
$4,019
Maintenance
$6,749
$6,612
$6,612
Repairs
$1,988
$1,988
$1,988
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Colors

Colors

Colors

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