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The 2021 Mazda MX-5 range of configurations is currently priced from $33,990.
Our most recent review of the 2021 Mazda MX-5 resulted in a score of 8 out of 10 for that particular example.
Carsguide Head of Editorial Justin Hilliard had this to say at the time: If you can’t tell already, the MX-5 is an old favourite, and thanks to the new GT RS, the breed has been improved yet again.
You can read the full review here.
This is what Justin Hilliard liked most about this particular version of the Mazda MX-5: Effortless handling, Engine-transmission combination, Stunning fuel efficiency
The Mazda MX-5 is also known as Mazda MX-5 Miata (North America), Mazda Miata (North America), Eunos Roadster (Japan), Mazda Roadster (Japan) in markets outside Australia.
The Mazda MX-5 2021 prices range from $27,940 for the basic trim level Convertible Roadster to $48,180 for the top of the range Convertible RF GT BLK Roof White Leather.
The MX-5 is a great little sports car for someone looking for some fun on the road.
The earliest ones are getting a little long in the tooth and are looking a little tired.
Go for an NC model, that's from 2005-on, and you shouldn't go wrong. They're reliable, user-friendly, they look good, and they're great fun to drive.
Look for a low-mileage example and avoid any that look like they might have been used in competition.
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The easiest question on record. Get an MX-5 and you'll have all the sunshine and fun you want. The only problem will be choosing between the 1.6 and 2.0-litre engines. Most prefer the "big-bore" engine but I like the engagement you get with the smaller one.
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If you don’t want a convertible, which rules out the MX-5 as my easy first pick, then the 86 is the car for driving enjoyment on a reasonable budget. But don’t overlook its Subaru twin, the BRZ, which is my choice of the two. Both get The Tick, having shared our Car of the Year award.
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Standard equipment in the Mazda MX-5 GT RS includes dusk-sensing LED headlights and tail-lights, rain-sensing wipers, heated side mirrors, keyless entry, push-button start, a 7.0-inch multimedia system, satellite navigation, digital radio, a nine-speaker Bose sound system, single-zone climate control, heated seats, an auto-dimming rearview mirror and black leather upholstery.
A range of genuine accessories is also available via official dealers.
The MX-5 Roadster has a minuscule cargo capacity of 130L, while its RF sibling has 127L. Either way, once you stash a couple of soft bags or a small suitcase in it, you won’t be left with much wriggle room.
The Mazda MX-5 GT RS is strictly a two-seater, with a second row of seats unavailable in its soft-top Roadster and hardtop RF body-styles.
The Mazda MX-5 GT RS doesn't have an official 0-100km/h sprint time, but independent testing of other variants with the same engine-transmission combination took about six seconds.
The Mazda MX-5 GT RS has a very pared-back interior, with the highlights being a a ‘floating’ 7.0-inch central display (exclusively operated via rotary controller) and small multifunction panel next to the proper tachometer and speedometer.
It also features black leather upholstery on its seats, steering wheel, gear selector, handbrake (yes, it has one of those old things) and dashboard insert.