2012 Mazda Miata Price & Review

For sports car enthusiasts that want the thrill of driving a sprightly sports car without taking another mortgage on their homes, the 2012 Mazda Miata or 2012 Mazda MX 5 Miata is the perfect car to fulfill that dream.

Mentioned below are a few vital features of the 2-door, 2-seater 2012 Mazda Miata MX-5 that might just convince sports car lovers to visit a Mazda showroom and vroom out with their very own sports convertible.

2012 Mazda Miata Features

Exteriors

The 2012 Mazda Miata looks aggressive in a cute way with curves dominating the exterior looks of this low-slung sports car. The front grill offers a smile to viewers and is flanked by stylish fog lamps as well as slightly up-swept headlamps housed in a black housing.

The sides look much more muscular with flared arches and eye-catching 16 or 17 inch 10-spoke alloy wheels based on whether the buyer opts for the standard Sport trim or the premium Touring or Grand Touring trim.

The boot or trunk is mainly reserved for the Z-fold soft top that only takes 2 seconds to fold neatly within its designated space. The rear sports smart cuts and ridges as well as rounded tail lamps that complete the fairly muscular look although some buyers might prefer much more aggression from the design.

Interiors

The cockpit of the 2012 Mazda Miata combines function with sporty style and is loaded with curves that start out with the dashboard. Round speedometer and rpm dials along with round a/c vents and even a rounded center console greet proud owners of this zippy sports car from Mazda.

A 6-way adjustable driver’s seat is offered as standard equipment while heated black leather upholstery is offered only on the premium Grand Touring variant.

The all-black theme does suit the sporty theme of the Miata. While a 6-speaker music system with MP3/CD/AM/FM is standard on the Sports variant, higher variants get the Bose audio system equipped with AutoPilot and Bluetooth along with a 6-CD changer and 7 speakers.

Remote keyless entry and start system is available for Grand Touring customers. Overall, the 2012 Mazda Miata offers excellent interiors and options considering the sticker price.

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Engine and Transmission

Potential buyers would certainly prefer to read this section of the review first and the 2012 Mazda Miata certainly does not disappoint on this front. This Mazda is equipped with a 2000 cc, 16-valve DOHC, 4-cylinder petrol engine that delivers an impressive 167 HP along with 140 lb/ft of Torque.

On offer are various transmission options such as a 5-speed manual transmission on the Sport variant, 6-speed manual transmission and a 6-speed automatic transmission with paddle shift feature for the Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring variants.

The 0 to 60 mph speed of 6.9 seconds might not be exceptional, but will surely feel so when joyful car owners let the top down to experience the wind buffeting their grinning faces. Mileage figures range between 21/28 mpg in city/highway running based on the chosen variant and transmission option.

2012 Mazda Miata Price

Prices of the 2012 Mazda Miata begin at around $23,500 for the standard Sport variant, climbs up to around $25,900 for the mid-level Touring variant, and end at around $27,000 for the Grand Touring variant.

The Miata continues to win several auto awards for its handsome looks and performance, and certainly does provide an affordable choice for sports car fans that want a hair-raising experience without wiping away their bank balance.