Introduction
What is it like to drive and own a Mazda MX-5? Is the Mk3 MX-5 (aka Miata) a reliable car? Is the 2.0 Sport a fun car? Learn this and more in this review from Fred on @stacksfs.
If you are considering buying an MX-5 (Miata) then watch this video to help you make a decision. Do you want to know how well a Mazda MX5 handles? you’ll find all the answers here!
What is it like to drive and own a Mazda MX-5?
Driving an MX-5 is a unique experience, filled with joy and excitement. It’s recommended to drive an MX-5 with the hood down, no matter what the weather is like (unless it’s pouring rain). With heated seats and just a woolly hat in the winter, you can enjoy the open air, embracing the feel of the road in a way that many don’t understand.
How does an MX-5 make you feel?
The MX-5 is not a car that makes you feel ostentatious or snobbish. It’s understated, cute, and allows you to be cheeky. Driving a bit heavily still gets smiles from people, and the MX-5’s charm comes through, making you feel fantastic without showing off.
Driving an MX-5 with the roof up
The car is quite accommodating, even for someone nearly 6’3″, but long journeys may not be as comfortable, I find 30-40 minutes to be enough. With the roof up, noise from behind the rear wheels can be distracting, but with the roof down, the music can be turned off, and the car transforms into a roof-down experience that is truly incredible.
Why do people love the Mazda MX-5?
The two-seater Mazda MX-5 has a romantic look that makes it a wonderful choice for special occasions and sunny days. It handles well, is fun to drive, and offers plenty of engagement. With a slick manual gearbox, the car is not the most powerful on the market but its 160 brake horsepower delivers a satisfying drive when revved through the gears.
How much does an MX-5 cost?
You can pick up an older mark three MX-5 for as little as two and a half to eight grand (sterling). While the car is pretty basic, it offers heated seats and upgraded stereo options. The joy of driving with the top down makes up for the lack of mod cons.
What is an MX-5 like to drive?
It’s a phenomenal little car that doesn’t boast the fastest speed or the best handling in the world. However, the level of fun it provides is unmatched. It offers a level of enjoyment and excitement on today’s roads that is pretty important.
How well does a Mazda MX-5 handle?
While the MX-5 may not outgrip some high-performance cars like BMW’s, the handling is a lot of fun. Its level of grip, although not the highest, adds to the thrilling driving experience. One slight complaint is how quick the traction control is to kick in sometimes in quite safe conditions, it’s a little over protective at times.
Is the Mazda MX-5 fun to drive?
Yes, it certainly is. For a price as low as three to five thousand, you can buy a car that offers a whole lot of joy. It’s a car you can take out for a razz around without worrying about breaking any barriers, but still having a blast.
How do I put the hood down on a Mazda MX5?
Putting the roof down on an MX-5 is an easy and fast process, and there’s no other car on the block that allows you to do it as quickly. Undo the catch, throw the hood back, push it down until it clicks, and hey presto. It takes about 5 seconds! This makes it easy at traffic lights or slow traffic to do in a jiffy.
Is a Mazda MX5 comfortable?
The car is comfortable with soft and supportive suspension. Unlike rigid suspension in many BMW-type cars, the MX-5 offers a gentler ride, especially on potholed roads. To be honest, the suspension actually works really well on the slightly rough UK roads.
Is the Mx5 like an MG Midget?
Driving the MX-5 gives the feeling of driving a 60s roadster without all the pains associated with an old car. It feels classy, and it will also start every day without drama.
Is the Mazda MX-5 windy with the hood down?
Despite being a convertible, the wind is really low in the car. There’s hardly any wind around the neck, even at motorway speeds. It’s a much more comfortable experience than many four-seater convertibles. I found the MX5 to have less wind disturbance than a Porsche Boxster S (2007).
What is the BEST thing about the Mazda MX5?
The best thing about the MX-5 is its ability to be driven hard and revved without any concerns. It’s reliable, doesn’t break down, and doesn’t cost a fortune to maintain.
Is the Mazda MX5 reliable?
Generally yes. The Mazda MX-5 is known for easy, breezy driving without the worry of something wearing out or breaking down. Beware in the older models, rust can get them really bad around the sills and wheel arches, and require a lot of work.
Conclusion
The Mazda MX-5 offers a driving experience that is fun, reliable, and affordable. From the joy of driving with the hood down to the comfort of the soft suspension, this car brings a lot to the table. It’s a car that makes you feel great without being flashy, a car that you can enjoy without breaking the bank.
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