Mazda MX-5 Miata 0–60 Times
The Mazda MX-5 Miata 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 64 verified production tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and MotorWeek and more. A further 10 modified or prototype runs are listed by year but kept out of every record and average, per our methodology.
The fastest tested production Mazda MX-5 Miata is the 2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.40 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.20 seconds at 97.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested production Mazda MX-5 Miata is the 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata Convertible, which took 9.70 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 17.00 seconds at 81.3 mph, according to Motor Trend.
Across the 64 verified production tests of the Mazda MX-5 Miata, the average 0–60 mph time is 6.83 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.25 seconds at 90.58 mph.
Separately, 10 modified or prototype runs are on record for the Mazda MX-5 Miata, led by the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Flyin’ LS3 Grand Touring at 3.50 seconds. These are not stock configurations and are excluded from the figures above.
Fastest 0–60 5.40sec 2022 Club · stock
Average 0–60 6.83sec Across 64 production runs
Fastest Modified 3.50sec 2016 Flyin’ LS3 Grand Touring · modified
Avg ¼ Mile 15.25sec @ 90.6 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 9.70sec 1994 Convertible
Across 64 verified production runs, the Mazda MX-5 Miata ranges from 5.40 to 9.70 seconds 0–60, with a 6.83-second average. 10 modified or prototype runs are recorded separately and excluded from this range.
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Mazda MX-5 Miata Performance Overview
Lightweight rear-drive roadster performance defines the Mazda MX-5 Miata across 74 verified tests spanning 1990 to 2024 (73 production, 1 modified). The NA generation (1990–1997) established the template with gasoline four-cylinders from 116 to 133 hp, while tested acceleration ranged from 9.7 seconds in the 1994 Convertible to a much quicker 4.2 seconds for the 1994 Monster Motorsport. The NB generation (1999–2005) brought more power, from 140 to 178 hp, and mixed naturally aspirated and turbocharged gasoline setups, including a 5.2-second 0-60 run by the 2002 Flyin’.
With the NC generation (2006–2015), the Miata settled into a more consistent naturally aspirated 2.0-liter era, typically landing in the six-second range; the 2013 Club reached 60 mph in 6.1 seconds. ND (2016–present) lowered the baseline further with 155-hp PE-VPR cars, then expanded the ceiling dramatically with LS3-swapped examples up to 525 hp. That produced the model’s quickest figures on record: the 2016 Flyin’ LS3 Grand Touring at 3.5 seconds to 60 mph and 11.7 seconds in the quarter-mile at 123 mph. In current production-form testing, ND gasoline trims remain the quickest regular Miatas, with the generation defining where the model stands today.
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Mazda MX-5 Miata 0–60 Times by Generation: NA to ND
4 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Production Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND | 2016–present | 6.06s | 5.40s — 2022 Club | 27 | The ND generation (2016–present) averaged 6.06 seconds to 60 mph across 27 production tests, led by the 2022 Club at 5.40 seconds. Output ranged from 155 to 525 hp across 2.0L I-4, 6.2L V8 configurations. A further 2 results from 1 modified vehicle are recorded but excluded from the average. |
| NC | 2006–2015 | 6.75s | 6.10s — 2013 Club | 20 | The NC generation (2006–2015) averaged 6.75 seconds to 60 mph across 20 production tests, led by the 2013 Club at 6.10 seconds. Output ranged from 166 to 248 hp across 2.0L I-4, 2.0L Supercharger I-4 configurations. A further 1 result from 1 modified vehicle is recorded but excluded from the average. |
| NB | 1999–2005 | 7.59s | 6.70s — 2004 Mazdaspeed | 10 | The NB generation (1999–2005) averaged 7.59 seconds to 60 mph across 10 production tests, led by the 2004 Mazdaspeed at 6.70 seconds. Output ranged from 140 to 178 hp across 1.8L I-4, 1.8L Turbo I-4 configurations. A further 2 results from 2 modified vehicles are recorded but excluded from the average. |
| NA | 1990–1997 | 8.90s | 8.20s — 1994 R Package | 7 | The NA generation (1990–1997) averaged 8.90 seconds to 60 mph across 7 production tests, led by the 1994 R Package at 8.20 seconds. Output ranged from 116 to 133 hp across 1.6L I-4, 1.8L I-4, 1.8L Supercharger I-4, 5.0L V8 configurations. A further 5 results from 4 modified vehicles are recorded but excluded from the average. |
ND 2016–present
Avg 0–60 6.06s
Fastest 5.40s
Tests 27
2022 Club
The ND generation (2016–present) averaged 6.06 seconds to 60 mph across 27 production tests, led by the 2022 Club at 5.40 seconds. Output ranged from 155 to 525 hp across 2.0L I-4, 6.2L V8 configurations. A further 2 results from 1 modified vehicle are recorded but excluded from the average.
NC 2006–2015
Avg 0–60 6.75s
Fastest 6.10s
Tests 20
2013 Club
The NC generation (2006–2015) averaged 6.75 seconds to 60 mph across 20 production tests, led by the 2013 Club at 6.10 seconds. Output ranged from 166 to 248 hp across 2.0L I-4, 2.0L Supercharger I-4 configurations. A further 1 result from 1 modified vehicle is recorded but excluded from the average.
NB 1999–2005
Avg 0–60 7.59s
Fastest 6.70s
Tests 10
2004 Mazdaspeed
The NB generation (1999–2005) averaged 7.59 seconds to 60 mph across 10 production tests, led by the 2004 Mazdaspeed at 6.70 seconds. Output ranged from 140 to 178 hp across 1.8L I-4, 1.8L Turbo I-4 configurations. A further 2 results from 2 modified vehicles are recorded but excluded from the average.
NA 1990–1997
Avg 0–60 8.90s
Fastest 8.20s
Tests 7
1994 R Package
The NA generation (1990–1997) averaged 8.90 seconds to 60 mph across 7 production tests, led by the 1994 R Package at 8.20 seconds. Output ranged from 116 to 133 hp across 1.6L I-4, 1.8L I-4, 1.8L Supercharger I-4, 5.0L V8 configurations. A further 5 results from 4 modified vehicles are recorded but excluded from the average.
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Mazda MX-5 Miata 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
64 production tests + 10 modified · 24 years ▾
2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata
4 production runs Avg 0–60 5.95 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.60 sec
Production Tests 4
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2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club
5.50sec 0–60
14.30s ¼ mi @ 96.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.30 sec
- Trap Speed
- 96.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- Horsepower
- 181 hp
- Torque
- 151 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,496 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 13.8 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 34 H / 29 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #2 of 64 production runs
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2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
5.60sec 0–60
14.20s ¼ mi @ 96.1 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.60 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.20 sec
- Trap Speed
- 96.1 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- Horsepower
- 181 hp
- Torque
- 151 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,372 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 13.1 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 34 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #3 of 64 production runs
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2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club
5.70sec 0–60
14.50s ¼ mi @ 94.1 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.50 sec
- Trap Speed
- 94.1 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- Horsepower
- 181 hp
- Torque
- 151 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,496 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 13.8 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 34 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #4 of 64 production runs
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2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
7.00sec 0–60
15.40s ¼ mi @ 92.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 7.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 92.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- Horsepower
- 181 hp
- Torque
- 151 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,366 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 13.1 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 34 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- MotorWeek
- Overall Rank
- #43 of 64 production runs
How we verify Mazda MX-5 Miata performance data
Records and averages on this page cover verified production runs only; modified and prototype results are listed by year but never folded into them. We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Mazda MX-5 Miata trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Mazda MX-5 Miata 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a verified production test run
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Fastest Recorded run Slowest
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Mazda MX-5 Miata performance FAQs
10 questions For 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata tests, 0-60 times range from 5.5 to 7.0 seconds depending on trim and source. The quickest 2024 run is the RF Club at 5.5 seconds, followed by the Club at 5.6 seconds. A 2024 Grand Touring has been recorded at 7.0 seconds.
The quickest Mazda MX-5 Miata on record is the 2016 Flyin’ LS3 Grand Touring, which reaches 60 mph in 3.5 seconds. It is also the fastest Miata in the quarter-mile, running 11.7 seconds at 123 mph. Across all 74 recorded tests, that remains the quickest result.
The fastest stock Mazda MX-5 Miata on record is also the 2016 Flyin’ LS3 Grand Touring at 3.5 seconds to 60 mph. That same car owns the quickest quarter-mile result as well, at 11.7 seconds and 123 mph. Across production and modified listings, no Miata has gone quicker.
The 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club has been tested from 0-60 mph in 5.5 seconds and 5.7 seconds. Its quarter-mile times are 14.3 seconds at 96.0 mph and 14.5 seconds at 94.1 mph. Both recorded RF Club runs use the 181-hp, 151-lb-ft PE-VPR engine and rear-wheel drive.
A 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club has posted a 0-60 time of 5.6 seconds. In the quarter-mile, that same test recorded 14.2 seconds at 96.1 mph. The 2024 Club uses the 181-hp, 151-lb-ft naturally aspirated PE-VPR engine, rear-wheel drive, and a 2,372-pound curb weight.
In current 2024 testing, the Club is quicker than the Grand Touring. The 2024 Club reached 60 mph in 5.6 seconds, while a 2024 Grand Touring recorded 7.0 seconds. Across all years, Club models also average 6.07 seconds versus 6.71 seconds for Grand Touring trims, reinforcing the Club’s edge.
The ND-generation Mazda MX-5 Miata, covering 2016 onward, averages 5.89 seconds from 0-60 mph across 29 tests. The quickest ND on record is the 2016 Flyin’ LS3 Grand Touring at 3.5 seconds. ND models span outputs from 155 to 525 hp and are all gasoline-powered.
The NC-generation Mazda MX-5 Miata, sold from 2006 to 2015, averages 6.75 seconds from 0-60 mph across 20 tests. The fastest NC result is a 2013 Club at 6.1 seconds. NC models in the record range from 166 to 167 hp and use naturally aspirated gasoline engines.
The NA-generation Mazda MX-5 Miata, built from 1990 to 1997, averages 7.74 seconds from 0-60 mph across 12 tests. The quickest NA result is the 1994 Monster Motorsport at 4.2 seconds. NA cars in the record range from 116 to 133 hp and include naturally aspirated and supercharged examples.
Across all 74 Mazda MX-5 Miata tests, the average quarter-mile time is 15.07 seconds at 92.2 mph. The fastest quarter-mile on record is the 2016 Flyin’ LS3 Grand Touring at 11.7 seconds and 123 mph. For 2024 models, quarter-mile times range from 14.2 to 15.4 seconds.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
MotorWeek
Road & Track
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Mazda MX-5 Miata can do, not a single marketing claim.
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