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2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata Review

The 2010 Mazda MX5 Miata is a sleek and fun roadster that comes with either a soft-top or retractable hardtop. Prices range from $22,810 up to $28,250 for these delightful convertibles. The Miata reputation for spirited driving continues into its fifth decade now. Worldwide racing circuits all respect the engineering excellence that has consistently emerged from the Mazda teams.

The 2010 MX5 Miata from Mazda is available with your choice between three separate transmissions. There is a 5-speed and 6-speed manual as well as a 6-speed automatic offered. Automatic gearbox configurations come with sporty paddle shifters located on the steering wheel. Note that choosing the automatic option will result in a loss of five horsepower. The sole 2.0L I4 engine generates 167hp at 7000 RPM and 140 lb-ft at 5000 RPM.

There are five trim levels available for the 2010 Mazda Miata MX5: Sport, Touring, Grand Touring, Touring Hardtop and Grand Touring Hardtop. The Sport trim level was dropped from the hardtop lineup - and the SV trim was dropped from the soft-top lineup since last year. All are rear wheel driven and feature two doors. Of course, Miatas are notoriously small and lightweight. Dimensions in length, width and height are 157.3, 67.7 and 49 inches respectively. A 91.7 inch wheelbase carries the 2480 pound curb weight. The ground is cleared by 4.6 inches. The required turning radius is measured at 15.4 feet.

Engineers of the 2010 Mazda MX5 still want you to be comfortable though. Internal dimensions for both occupants include 37 inches of headroom, 53 inches of shoulder room, 51 inches of hip room and a very respectable 43.1 inches of legroom. You will find 5.3 cubic feet of luggage space in the boot.

The MX5 from Mazda experiences competition from the Pontiac Solstice, the Saturn Sky, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder and the MINI Cooper S to name a few. It brings to the table standard dual front airbags, an option for passenger airbag deactivation, anti-lock brakes, electronic traction and stability control systems, brake force distribution and tire pressure monitoring. Not bad. Delivering 21/28 MPG of fuel spent as estimated by the EPA, a full 12.7 gallon fuel tank will not need refilled for roughly 300 miles.

The 2010 Mazda MX5 Miata is the cumulative result of decades and decades of attentive engineering excellence. Don't let the small numbers fool you. Performance, power, handling and responsiveness are all presented in copious amounts. Expect serious driving stimulation when you are in command of the new MX5; you won't be disappointed.


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Comparable Price Range: Pontiac Vibe, Nissan Maxima, Volkswagen Golf,
Comparable Convertibles: Ford Mustang, BMW M6, Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder,
Premium Convertibles: BMW M6, Jaguar XK-Series, Chevrolet Corvette,
2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specs
Doors:
2
Bodystyle:
Convertible
Drive:
2
Vehicle Class:
Convertible
MPG:
21/28
Wheelbase:
91.7''
Overall Length:
157.3''
Cargo Capacity:
5.3 cu. ft.
Seating Capacity:
2/2
Front Headrooom:
37.0''
Front Legroom:
43.1''
Final Assembly Location:
Japan
Engine Size:
2.00L
Number of Cylinders:
4
Camshaft:
Dual Overhead Cam
Compression Ratio:
10.80
Horespower:
158 @6700rpm
ABS Brakes:
STD
Driver Air Bag:
STD
Passenger Air Bag:
STD
Side Air Bag:
STD
Child Safety Locks:
N/A
Integrated Safety Seats:
N/A
Height:
67.7''
Width:
49.4''
2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata Review

2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder
0.0% Financing. (Exp: 11/2/2009)
Cash. Convertibles. (Exp: 11/2/2009)
Military Cash. (Available to Active Military Only) (Exp: 11/2/2009)
Loyalty Rebate. (Available to Current Mitsubishi Owners or Lessees) (Exp: 11/2/2009)

2009 Pontiac Solstice
Cash. (Exp: 11/2/2009)
5.9% Financing. (Exp: 11/2/2009)
2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata Pricing
Grand Touring Hardtop (Auto)
Base Invoice Price: $27,109
Base List Price: $29,350
Destination Charge: $750>
Gas Guzzler Tax: $0
Average Sales Tax and Fees: $0
Dealer Holdback: $587
Target Price: $27,722
Options
Grand Touring Hardtop (Manual)
Base Invoice Price: $26,096
Base List Price: $28,250
Destination Charge: $750>
Gas Guzzler Tax: $0
Average Sales Tax and Fees: $0
Dealer Holdback: $565
Target Price: $26,676
Options
Grand Touring Soft Top (Auto)
Base Invoice Price: $25,413
Base List Price: $27,510
Destination Charge: $750>
Gas Guzzler Tax: $0
Average Sales Tax and Fees: $0
Dealer Holdback: $550
Target Price: $25,971
Options
Grand Touring Soft Top (Manual)
Base Invoice Price: $24,400
Base List Price: $26,410
Destination Charge: $750>
Gas Guzzler Tax: $0
Average Sales Tax and Fees: $0
Dealer Holdback: $528
Target Price: $24,926
Options
Sport Soft Top (Auto)
Base Invoice Price: $23,166
Base List Price: $25,070
Destination Charge: $750>
Gas Guzzler Tax: $0
Average Sales Tax and Fees: $0
Dealer Holdback: $501
Target Price: $23,655
Options
Sport Soft Top (Manual)
Base Invoice Price: $21,084
Base List Price: $22,810
Destination Charge: $750>
Gas Guzzler Tax: $0
Average Sales Tax and Fees: $0
Dealer Holdback: $456
Target Price: $21,512
Options
Touring Hardtop (Auto)
Base Invoice Price: $25,820
Base List Price: $27,950
Destination Charge: $750>
Gas Guzzler Tax: $0
Average Sales Tax and Fees: $0
Dealer Holdback: $559
Target Price: $26,391
Options
Touring Hardtop (Manual)
Base Invoice Price: $24,807
Base List Price: $26,850
Destination Charge: $750>
Gas Guzzler Tax: $0
Average Sales Tax and Fees: $0
Dealer Holdback: $537
Target Price: $25,346
Options
Touring Soft Top (Auto)
Base Invoice Price: $24,253
Base List Price: $26,250
Destination Charge: $750>
Gas Guzzler Tax: $0
Average Sales Tax and Fees: $0
Dealer Holdback: $525
Target Price: $24,775
Options
Touring Soft Top (Manual)
Base Invoice Price: $23,240
Base List Price: $25,150
Destination Charge: $750>
Gas Guzzler Tax: $0
Average Sales Tax and Fees: $0
Dealer Holdback: $503
Target Price: $23,731
Options
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