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Mazda MX-5 Miata
2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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$26,830
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8.4
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Toyota 86
2020 Toyota 86
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$27,060
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.1
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Flat 4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 34 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.9 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gallons
Seating Capacity
2 seater
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Trunk Volume
4.6 ft³
Trunk Volume
6.9 ft³

Photos

Mazda MX-5 Miata
2016-2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata Rear Angle View
2016-2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata Center Stack
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Toyota 86
2019-2020 Toyota 86 Three Quarter Rear Right Side View In Motion
2019-2020 Toyota 86 Infotainment System
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Flat 4 Gas
Horsepower
181 hp @ 7000 rpm
205 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque
151 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
156 lb-ft @ 6400 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
2,341 lbs
2,776 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
29 MPG
24 MPG
City
26 MPG
21 MPG
Highway
34 MPG
28 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.0 Tons/yr
7.4 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
11.9 gallons
13.2 gallons
Cruising Range City
309.4 miles
277.2 miles
Cruising Range Highway
404.6 miles
369.6 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
154.1 in
166.7 in
Height
48.6 in
50.6 in
Max Width
68.3 in
69.9 in
Front Width
58.9 in
59.8 in
Rear Width
59.2 in
60.6 in
Wheelbase
90.9 in
101.2 in
Ground Clearance
4.9 in
4.9 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
2 seater
4 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
43.1 in
41.9 in
Front Seat Headroom
37.4 in
37.1 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
52.2 in
54.5 in
Front Seat Hip Room
52 in
53.1 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
N/A
29.9 in
Rear Seat Headroom
N/A
35 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
N/A
51.7 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
N/A
45.3 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
4.6 ft³
6.9 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
30.8 ft
36.1 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
N/A
Front Wheel Size
16" x 6"
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
16" x 6"
17" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Double Wishbone

Tires

Front Tire
P195/50VR16
P215/45WR17
Rear Tire
P195/50VR16
P215/45WR17
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Arctic White
  • Deep Crystal Blue Mica
  • Jet Black Mica
  • Soul Red Crystal Metallic
  • Ablaze
  • Halo
  • Neptune
  • Oceanic
  • Pavement
  • Raven
  • Steel

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth Upholstery
  • Black, Fabric Seat Material

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Not Available
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
2 Years / Unlimited Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 25,000 Miles
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