Mazda MX5 Review

This Mazda MX5 review will be a good carsguide for all of the Mazda vehicles. Keep in mind that this new car guide will give you a good start in learning which Mazda MX5 will best fit your zoom zoom needs.

Carsdirect new car review for the Mazda MX5 shares these thoughts:

"The Mazda MX-5 Miata, is a convertible sports car that is sleek, capable, well-engineered, delightful, and fun."

"Sell everything and buy a Miata. The most popular sports car in history is still lovable, and it embodies what a traditional roadster should be: light, tossable, and a continuous joy. There have been emulators of this Mazda but no real competitors. A power hardtop is available." —Car and Driver

The Mazda MX5 reviews all seem to agree that this dynamic, fun to drive affordable sports cars top the list and it should with the availability to quench any driver's thirst. Rather it be the weekend warrior or the enthusiast that with drive their MX5 Miata in rain, sleet, or snow. Mazda USA has truly tapped into the spirit of zoom zoom excitement!

When considering the purchase of a new vehicle, it's also important to keep in mind what the eventual resale value will be. Looking at blogs and other Mazda MX5 reviews, it is expected that the 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have a good resale value. This assumes that after 3 to 5 years of ownership the vehicle will be in good condition. Other factors include the optional equipment you choose and the total mileage on your vehicle. This brings no surprise that the new Mazda Miata new car also makes for a good Mazda Miata used car.

This Mazda MX5 review will provide you with differences between each "trim" level and allow you to know exactly what you are getting for the money.

The least expensive and beginning "trim" level of the Mazda MX5 Miata is the 2011 Mazda MX5 Sport. This affordable sports cars equipment is basic at best with an optional Convenience Package.

Helpful Hint: The 2011 Mazda MX5 Sport model comes with a standard with a 5 speed manual transmission while the automatic comes standard with the optional Convenience Package The 2011 Mazda MX-5 Grand Touring model comes standard with Leather and is the top level of the Mazda Miata offering for 2011 models.

***Available Packages on the 2011 Mazda MX5 Miata***

Convenience Package: Power door locks; remote keyless entry with retractable key; silver seatback bars; fog lights; cruise control; steering-wheel-mounted cruise & audio controls; passenger one-touch window; trip computer (Sport)

Suspension Package: Sport-tuned suspension; Bilstein shock absorbers; limited-slip rear differential (manual transmission only) (Touring or Grand Touring)

Premium Package: Xenon HID headlights; Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with Traction Control System (TCS); Bluetooth hands-free phone capability; Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry System; SIRIUS Satellite Radio w/6-month subscription; antitheft alarm (Grand Touring)

2011 Mazda MX5 Miata Sport

2.0 liter MZR 16-valve 4-cylinder with variable valve timing (VVT); aluminum alloy block & cylinder head
Optional 6-speed Sport AT automatic transmission
Optional Convenience Package
Air Conditioning
Power windows with driver's one-touch-down feature
Dual body-color power remote outside mirrors
2-speed intermittent windshield wipers
AM/FM/CD stereo with 6-speaker & digital clock
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist
Auxiliary-audio input jack
Tilt steering wheel
Steering-wheel-mounted audio controls
Reclining bucket seats with integrated headrests; driver's seatback storage pocket
16-inch five spoke alloy wheels
Side impact airbags
Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Dual front air bags with passenger-side deactivation switch
Engine-immobilizer system