Mazda MX-5 MIATA Reviews and Buying Tips
Mazda MX-5 MIATA Reviews @TheCarConnection update 26 May’09
The 2009 Mazda MX-5 is the closest thing to a reincarnated British roadster on the planet, albeit one with altogether better reliability, fit, and finish.
Introduction of Mazda MX-5 MIATA
The 2009 MX-5 MIATA is a 2-door, 2-passenger convertible sports car, available in 7 trims as following:
- SV
- Sport
- Touring
- Sport Power Retractable Hardtop
- Grand Touring
- Touring Power Retractable Hardtop
- Grand Touring Power Retractable Hardtop
Upon introduction, the SV is equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 167-horsepower engine that achieves 22-mpg in the city and 28-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. The Grand Touring Power Retractable Hardtop is equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 167-horsepower engine that achieves 21-mpg in the city and 28-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard.
The 2009 MX-5 MIATA is a carryover from 2008.
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The 2009 Mazda MX-5 is the closest thing to a reincarnated British roadster on the planet, albeit one with altogether better reliability, fit, and finish.STYLING:With pert styling and a neatly organized interior, the 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is the closest thing to a reincarnated British roadster on the planet;PERFORMANCE :The 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata has a nimble feel and quick reflexes like a true sportscar should;COMFORT AND QUALITY:The 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is built for fun, not practicality;SAFETY:Crash-test data is lacking for the 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata, but standard safety gear is what you’d expect from a modern roadster;FEATURES:The 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata provides buyers with many available features, but newer tech options aren’t on the list.
Buying Tips:
The 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is widely available with buyer incentives, as the current body style doesn’t seem to be as popular as past versions.
About Mazda
Instituted in 1920 under the name “Toyo Cork Kogyo Co. Ltd”, this Japanese automaker’s Canadian division began selling cars in 1968. With a dealer network that now includes 163 showrooms, Mazda Canada is able to offer consumers across the country a wide selection of models comprised of two sedans (Mazda3, Mazda6)), two popular sports cars (MX5, RX8.), two crossovers (CX7), CX9), a traditional SUV (Tribute), a minivan (Mazda5) and a compact pickup truck (Serie B).
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Comment by
Dan on 27 May 2009:
What fun!!! the Grand Touring Power Retractable Hardtop is an amazing little nippy car, fun and quite frugal too. Though a real easy car to drive I would say that this car suits an experienced driver more than a new driver as you do have to drive carefully to avoid accidents. You will get ‘cut up’ as people won’t always see you, so don’t sit in blindspots and remember you brake faster than almost everyone so check behind you if slowing down.
With at rev happy nature of the car you’ll think your going much faster than you really are, but the balance then allows corners to be taken much faster that you thought.
Can be a tight cockpit, I’m 6′2″ and 200lbs and could use an extra 1″ of head and legroom for true comfort – though aftermarket seats will solve this dilemma
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Comment by
ANDOR A on 27 May 2009:
I fine the Grand Touring fun to drive. Handles real well. I been getting 29 to 30 miles per gallion. has lot.s of power. I had no problums in 2 years Ive own mine. On ruff roads I do have lots of tire noise but my tires need replacing now after 32,000 miles. Car dose ride ruff but so dose the Honda 2000 and the BMW roaster as well. Had lot’s of compluments on how nice the car is. Good car for the money.
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Comment by
Colin on 27 May 2009:
This Grand Touring is my second Miata, and I can’t say enough good things about it. Easy to drive; handling and gear box are great. Nothing has ever gone wrong with it. Can’t recommend enough if you’re looking for a sportster. You may think that a Solstice or Sky is in the same class. Think again. Not even close. Sure the GM cars may be a little more of a head turner, but that’s all it’s got.
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