Sep 22, 2023

The 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata is a two-seater sports car with the athletic handling and speedy acceleration you need for an incredible driving experience. Review the features and specs of the Mazda Miata, then come experience its iconic power for yourself.

Your Guide to the 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata

Mazda Miata Performance

It’s hard to beat a vehicle that was named the best performance car of 2023 by MotorTrend. The Miata’s 181-horsepower four-cylinder engine gives you 151 pound-feet of torque, not to mention a zero-to-60 time of less than 6 seconds. It comes with rear-wheel drive and a six-speed manual transmission, which you can swap out for an automatic if you prefer.

For even more driving prowess, you can upgrade to the Miata Club for performance features like Brembo brakes, limited slip differential, rear spoiler, strut tower bracing, sport Bilstein dampers, and a front air dam. This sports car feels solid on the road with quick, precise steering that makes it a blast to take on winding roads. This car even gets impressive fuel economy of up to 35 miles per gallon with the six-speed automatic and a bit less with the manual.

Infotainment and Interior Features

The Miata’s sleek cockpit comes with a 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, and two USB ports. A six-speaker stereo with HD radio will keep you entertained. Available tech upgrades include a premium Bose nine-speaker stereo with satellite radio, integrated navigation, and the wireless version of Apple CarPlay.

The base trim of the Miata comes with a push-button start and keyless entry. Higher trims also have automatic climate control and heated sports seats, and the top-tier Grand Touring trim of the MX-5 Miata adds leather upholstery.

Driver Assistance Equipment

Every trim of the Miata comes with rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning, low-speed forward automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, and a rearview camera. Optional driver assistance tech includes traffic sign recognition, adaptive headlights, and auto high beams.

Exterior and Body Styles

Mazda has designed the 2023 Miata to echo the look and feel of vintage 1960 roadsters. Its flowing lines are designed to create a sense of motion inspired by the car’s powerful acceleration. Select from seven eye-catching exterior hues including Jet Black Mica, Deep Crystal Blue Mica, and Platinum Quartz Metallic.

The 2023 Miata is available as either a cloth-top or retractable hard-top convertible and in three different trims. The base model has 16-inch alloy wheels in Metallic Black, while the higher trims get a 17-inch version in the same shade.

If you’ve always wanted an MX-5 Miata, 2023 might be your year to get behind the wheel. Check out your favorite configuration today with a test drive at University Mazda.