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2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Convertible · 2015–2026 · MX-5 Miata, MX-5 Miata RF
Trims and features
What changed for 2016
- Starting prices: +$945 to +$2,515 (3 trims; hover for each)
- Trim dropped: 25th Anniversary Edition
- Engine: MZR 2.0L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with VVT → SKYACTIV-G 2.0L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with VVT (all trims)
- Horsepower: 158 hp → 155 hp (all trims)
- Torque: 140 lb-ft → 148 lb-ft (all trims)
- Trunk: 5.3 cu ft → 4.59 cu ft (all trims)
- Ground clearance: 4.6 in → 5.32 in (Club, Grand Touring)
- Length: 157.3 in → 154.1 in (all trims)
- Curb weight: 2,619 lb → 2,381 lb (Club, Grand Touring)
- Speakers: 6 → 9 (Club)
- Speakers: 7 → 9 (Grand Touring)
- Ground clearance: 4.6 in → 4.92 in (Sport)
- Curb weight: 2,542 lb → 2,381 lb (Sport)
2016 MX-5 Miata trims
| Club | Grand Touring | Sport | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Starting MSRP | from $28,600 | from $30,065 | from $24,915 |
| Powertrain | |||
| Engine | SKYACTIV-G 2.0L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with VVT | SKYACTIV-G 2.0L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with VVT | SKYACTIV-G 2.0L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with VVT |
| Horsepower | 155 hp | 155 hp | 155 hp |
| Torque | 148 lb-ft | 148 lb-ft | 148 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Automatic: 6-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with paddle shifters Manual: SKYACTIV-MT 6-speed manual transmission with short-throw shifter | Automatic: 6-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with paddle shifters Manual: SKYACTIV-MT 6-speed manual transmission with short-throw shifter | Automatic: 6-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with paddle shifters Manual: SKYACTIV-MT 6-speed manual transmission with short-throw shifter |
| Gears | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | Automatic / Manual | Automatic / Manual | Automatic / Manual |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg |
| Size and capability | |||
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Trunk | 4.59 cu ft | 4.59 cu ft | 4.59 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 5.32 in | 5.32 in | 4.92 in |
| Length | 154.1 in | 154.1 in | 154.1 in |
| Curb weight | Automatic: 2,381 lb Manual: 2,332 lb | Automatic: 2,381 lb Manual: 2,332 lb | Automatic: 2,381 lb Manual: 2,332 lb |
| Tech | |||
| Touchscreen | 7 in | 7 in | — |
| Apple CarPlay | Optional | — | — |
| Android Auto | Optional | — | — |
| Audio | Bose | Bose | — |
| Speakers | 9 | 9 | 6 |
| Driver assistance | |||
| Lane keeping | — | Lane Departure Warning | — |
| Blind-spot monitoring | — | Blind Spot Alert | — |
| Rear cross-traffic | — | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | — |
| Comfort | |||
| Seats | — | Leather + option | Cloth |
| Heated seats | — | Front | — |
| Climate zones | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Exterior | |||
| Wheels | 17 in | 17 in | 16 in |
Packages and options (44)
| Club | Grand Touring | Sport | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance Package (Upgrade) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Brembo/BBS Package $3,400 | Optional | — | — |
| CAL Emissions Equipment | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Interior Package (for A/T) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Interior Package (for M/T) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Weather Package | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Car Cover - All Weather (Gray - Silverguard Plus Material) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Car Cover Cable Lock | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Car Cover - Indoor (Red - Satin Stretch Material) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Door Edge and Rear Bumper Top Paint Protection, Clear Film | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Front Air Dam (Brilliant Black) | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Hood and Front Fender Paint Protection, Clear Film | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Oil Filler Cap | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Bumper Skirt (Brilliant Black) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Lip Spoiler, Black | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Lip Spoiler, Color-Keyed | — | Optional | Optional |
| Side Sill Extensions (Brilliant Black) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Splash Guards Front (Body Color) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Splash Guards Rear (Body Color) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry | — | — | — |
| Floor Mats - All Weather | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Alloy Pedals | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tote | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Door Sill Trim Plates | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Gearshift Knob (Aluminum / Carbon Fiber) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Interior Lighting Kit | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Windshield Sunscreen (Silver Reflective / Foldable) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 3.5 mm Audio Cable (for AUX jack) | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| PND - Garmin nuvi 44LM, 2539LMT | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Navigation System - OEM SD Card | Optional | Standard | — |
| Arctic White | Optional | — | Optional |
| Blue Reflex Mica | — | Optional | — |
| Ceramic Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Crystal White Pearl | — | Optional | — |
| Jet Black Mica | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Meteor Gray Mica | Optional | Optional | — |
| Soul Red Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black Cloth | — | — | Optional |
| Black Cloth with Red Stitch | Optional | — | — |
| Black Leather | — | Optional | — |
| Sport Tan Leather | — | Optional | — |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Oem press release, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Year by year
| Year | Engines | Drive | Fuel economy | Crash rating | Recalls | Owner complaints | Collision warning | CarPlay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 181 hp manual available | RWD | 29 mpg | Not rated | 0 | 1 | Standard | — |
| 2025 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 181 hp manual available | RWD | 29 mpg | Not rated | 1 | 3 | Standard | — |
| 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 181 hp manual available | RWD | 29 mpg | Not rated | 1 | 5 | Standard | — |
| 2023 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 181 hp manual available | RWD | 29–30 mpg | Not rated | 1 | 7 | Standard | — |
| 2022 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 181 hp manual available | RWD | 29–30 mpg | Not rated | 1 | 5 | No | — |
| 2021 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 181 hp manual available | RWD | 29–30 mpg | Not rated | 1 | 1 | No | — |
| 2020 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 181 hp manual available | RWD | 29–30 mpg | Not rated | 1 | 3 | No | — |
| 2019 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 181 hp manual available | RWD | 29–30 mpg | Not rated | 3 | 11 | No | — |
| 2018 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 155 hp manual available | RWD | 29 mpg | Not rated | 3 | 3 | No | — |
| 2017 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 155 hp manual available | RWD | 29 mpg | Not rated | 2 | 11 | No | — |
| 2016 | 2.0L 4-cyl manual available | RWD | 30 mpg | Not rated | 3 | 34 | No | — |
| 2015 | 2.0L 4-cyl manual available | RWD | 23–24 mpg | Not rated | 0 | 1 | No | — |
Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA and aren't adjusted for how many were sold, so compare years of the same model: a tall bar marks a year owners had more trouble with. Collision warning: forward collision warning as NHTSA lists it ("Some versions": standard on some). Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.
Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | MAZDA MX-5 C N/A RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 | Mazda MX-5 C RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 3 |
| 2024 | Mazda MX-5 C RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 5 |
| 2023 | Mazda MX-5 C RWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 7 |
| 2022 | Mazda MX-5 C RWD | Not Rated | No | Standard | 1 | 5 |
| 2021 | Mazda MX-5 C RWD | Not Rated | No | Standard | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 | Mazda MX-5 C RWD | Not Rated | No | Standard | 1 | 3 |
| 2019 | Mazda MX-5 C RWD | Not Rated | No | Optional | 3 | 11 |
| 2018 | Mazda MX-5 C RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 3 |
| 2017 | Mazda MX-5 C RWD | Not Rated | No | Optional | 2 | 11 |
| 2016 | Mazda MX-5 C RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 3 | 34 |
| 2015 | Mazda MX-5 C RWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA.
Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | MX-5 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
29 |
| 2025 | MX-5 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
29 |
| 2024 | MX-5 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
29 |
| 2023 | MX-5 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
29–30 |
| 2022 | MX-5 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
29–30 |
| 2021 | MX-5 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
29–30 |
| 2020 | MX-5 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
29–30 |
| 2019 | MX-5 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
29–30 |
| 2018 | MX-5 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
29 |
| 2017 | MX-5 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
29 |
| 2016 | MX-5 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
30 |
| 2015 | MX-5 | Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
23–24 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.