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2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata

Convertible · 2015–2026 · MX-5 Miata, MX-5 Miata RF

Trims and features

201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252026
MX-5 MiataMX-5 Miata RF

What changed for 2018

2018 MX-5 Miata trims

ClubGrand TouringSport
Price
Starting MSRPfrom $29,155from $30,195from $25,295
Powertrain
EngineSKYACTIV-G 2.0L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with VVTSKYACTIV-G 2.0L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with VVTSKYACTIV-G 2.0L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder with VVT
Horsepower155 hp155 hp155 hp
Torque148 lb-ft148 lb-ft148 lb-ft
TransmissionAutomatic: 6-speed Sport automatic transmission with paddle shifters
Manual: SKYACTIV-MT 6-speed manual transmission with short-throw shifter
Automatic: 6-speed Sport automatic transmission with paddle shifters
Manual: SKYACTIV-MT 6-speed manual transmission with short-throw shifter
Automatic: 6-speed Sport automatic transmission with paddle shifters
Manual: SKYACTIV-MT 6-speed manual transmission with short-throw shifter
Gears666
DrivetrainAutomatic / ManualAutomatic / ManualAutomatic / Manual
Size and capability
Seats222
Trunk4.59 cu ft4.59 cu ft4.59 cu ft
Ground clearance5.32 in5.32 in4.92 in
Length154.1 in154.1 in154.1 in
Curb weightAutomatic: 2,381 lb
Manual: 2,332 lb
Automatic: 2,381 lb
Manual: 2,332 lb
Automatic: 2,381 lb
Manual: 2,332 lb
Tech
Touchscreen7 in7 in7 in
AudioBoseBose—
Speakers996
Driver assistance
Lane keeping—Lane Departure Warning—
Blind-spot monitoringBlind Spot AlertBlind Spot Alert—
Rear cross-trafficRear Cross-Traffic AlertRear Cross-Traffic Alert—
Comfort
SeatsCloth + optionLeather + optionCloth
Heated seatsFrontFront—
Exterior
Wheels17 in + option17 in16 in
Packages and options (7)
ClubGrand TouringSport
Brembo/BBS Package $3,770Optional——
Brembo/BBS RECARO Package $4,470Optional——
Dark Cherry Soft-top Roof with Cloth Lining OptionalOptional—
Machine Gray Metallic OptionalOptional—
Snowflake White Pearl Mica —Optional—
Soul Red Crystal Metallic OptionalOptionalOptional
Auburn Nappa Leather-trimmed Seats —Optional—

Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode, Oem press release. 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.

NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints

YearVersionStarsForward collision warning Lane departure warningRecallsComplaints
2026 MAZDA MX-5 C N/A RWDNot Rated StandardStandard 01
2025 Mazda MX-5 C RWDNot Rated StandardStandard 13
2024 Mazda MX-5 C RWDNot Rated StandardStandard 15
2023 Mazda MX-5 C RWDNot Rated StandardStandard 17
2022 Mazda MX-5 C RWDNot Rated NoStandard 15
2021 Mazda MX-5 C RWDNot Rated NoStandard 11
2020 Mazda MX-5 C RWDNot Rated NoStandard 13
2019 Mazda MX-5 C RWDNot Rated NoOptional 311
2018 Mazda MX-5 C RWDNot Rated NoNo 33
2017 Mazda MX-5 C RWDNot Rated NoOptional 211
2016 Mazda MX-5 C RWDNot Rated NoNo 334
2015 Mazda MX-5 C RWDNot Rated NoNo 01

Source: NHTSA.

EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)

YearEPA modelEnginesCombined
2026MX-5Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
29
2025MX-5Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
29
2024MX-5Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
29
2023MX-5Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
29–30
2022MX-5Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
29–30
2021MX-5Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
29–30
2020MX-5Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
29–30
2019MX-5Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
29–30
2018MX-5Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
29
2017MX-5Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
29
2016MX-5Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L
30
2015MX-5Man 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.

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