Verified Performance Tests
Updated May 2026 · 74 recorded runs
Mazda MX-5 Miata 0–60 Times
The Mazda MX-5 Miata 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 74 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.
The fastest tested Mazda MX-5 Miata is the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Flyin’ LS3 Grand Touring, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 3.50 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 11.70 seconds at 123.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested 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.
Out of all the Mazda MX-5 Miata tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 6.64 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.07 seconds at 92.17 mph.
Fastest 0–60
3.50sec
2016 Flyin’ LS3 Grand Touring
Average 0–60
6.64sec
Across 74 runs
Avg ¼ Mile
15.07sec
@ 92.2 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
9.70sec
1994 Convertible
Across 74 verified runs, the Mazda MX-5 Miata ranges from 3.50 to 9.70 seconds 0–60, with a 6.64-second average.
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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 by generation
4 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND | 2016–present | 5.89s | 3.50s — 2016 Flyin’ LS3 Grand Touring | 29 | The ND generation (2016–present) averaged 5.89 seconds to 60 mph across 29 tests, led by the 2016 Flyin’ LS3 Grand Touring at 3.50 seconds. Output ranged from 155 to 525 hp across 2.0L I-4, 6.2L V8 configurations. |
| NC | 2006–2015 | 6.68s | 5.20s — 2010 Super20 (Experimental) | 21 | The NC generation (2006–2015) averaged 6.68 seconds to 60 mph across 21 tests, led by the 2010 Super20 (Experimental) at 5.20 seconds. Output ranged from 166 to 248 hp across 2.0L I-4, 2.0L Supercharger I-4 configurations. Includes 1 result from 1 modified vehicle. |
| NB | 1999–2005 | 7.32s | 5.20s — 2002 Flyin' | 12 | The NB generation (1999–2005) averaged 7.32 seconds to 60 mph across 12 tests, led by the 2002 Flyin' at 5.20 seconds. Output ranged from 140 to 178 hp across 1.8L I-4, 1.8L Turbo I-4 configurations. |
| NA | 1990–1997 | 7.74s | 4.20s — 1994 Monster Motorsport | 12 | The NA generation (1990–1997) averaged 7.74 seconds to 60 mph across 12 tests, led by the 1994 Monster Motorsport at 4.20 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. |
ND
2016–present
Avg 0–60
5.89s
Fastest
3.50s
Tests
29
2016 Flyin’ LS3 Grand Touring
The ND generation (2016–present) averaged 5.89 seconds to 60 mph across 29 tests, led by the 2016 Flyin’ LS3 Grand Touring at 3.50 seconds. Output ranged from 155 to 525 hp across 2.0L I-4, 6.2L V8 configurations.
NC
2006–2015
Avg 0–60
6.68s
Fastest
5.20s
Tests
21
2010 Super20 (Experimental)
The NC generation (2006–2015) averaged 6.68 seconds to 60 mph across 21 tests, led by the 2010 Super20 (Experimental) at 5.20 seconds. Output ranged from 166 to 248 hp across 2.0L I-4, 2.0L Supercharger I-4 configurations. Includes 1 result from 1 modified vehicle.
NB
1999–2005
Avg 0–60
7.32s
Fastest
5.20s
Tests
12
2002 Flyin'
The NB generation (1999–2005) averaged 7.32 seconds to 60 mph across 12 tests, led by the 2002 Flyin' at 5.20 seconds. Output ranged from 140 to 178 hp across 1.8L I-4, 1.8L Turbo I-4 configurations.
NA
1990–1997
Avg 0–60
7.74s
Fastest
4.20s
Tests
12
1994 Monster Motorsport
The NA generation (1990–1997) averaged 7.74 seconds to 60 mph across 12 tests, led by the 1994 Monster Motorsport at 4.20 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.
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Mazda MX-5 Miata 0–60 times by model year
74 tests · 24 years
▾
2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata
4 verified runs
Avg 0–60
5.95
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
14.60
sec
Recorded Tests
4
#08
2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club
5.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
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
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 34 H / 29 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #8 of 74
#09
2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
5.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
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
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 34 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #9 of 74
#10
2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club
5.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
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
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 34 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #10 of 74
#52
2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
7.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
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
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 34 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #52 of 74
2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata
2 verified runs
Avg 0–60
5.65
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
14.35
sec
Recorded Tests
2
#06
2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
5.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.20s
¼ mi @ 97.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.20 sec
- Trap Speed
- 97.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 34 H / 24 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #6 of 74
#17
2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club
5.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.50s
¼ mi @ 95.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.90 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.50 sec
- Trap Speed
- 95.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 34 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #17 of 74
2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata
1 verified run
Avg 0–60
5.80
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
14.50
sec
Recorded Tests
1
#13
2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring
5.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.50s
¼ mi @ 94.7 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.50 sec
- Trap Speed
- 94.7 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 34 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #13 of 74
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata
4 verified runs
Avg 0–60
5.93
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
14.63
sec
Recorded Tests
4
#11
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
5.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.50s
¼ mi @ 95.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.50 sec
- Trap Speed
- 95.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 34 H / 30 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #11 of 74
#12
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
5.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.40s
¼ mi @ 95.5 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 95.5 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 34 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #12 of 74
#14
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club
5.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.50s
¼ mi @ 96.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.50 sec
- Trap Speed
- 96.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 34 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #14 of 74
#34
2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring
6.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.10s
¼ mi @ 94.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.10 sec
- Trap Speed
- 94.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6A
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 35 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #34 of 74
2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata
1 verified run
Avg 0–60
6.40
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
14.90
sec
Recorded Tests
1
#30
2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring
6.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.90s
¼ mi @ 92.2 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 92.2 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 33 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #30 of 74
2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata
4 verified runs
Avg 0–60
6.23
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
14.85
sec
Recorded Tests
4
#21
2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club
6.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.80s
¼ mi @ 93.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 93.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 33 H / 29 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #21 of 74
#22
2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring
6.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.70s
¼ mi @ 94.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 94.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 33 H / 30 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #22 of 74
#27
2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring
6.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.00s
¼ mi @ 92.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.30 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.00 sec
- Trap Speed
- 92.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 33 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #27 of 74
#31
2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club
6.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.90s
¼ mi @ 92.4 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 92.4 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 26 C / 33 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #31 of 74
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata
13 verified runs
Avg 0–60
5.75
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
14.32
sec
Recorded Tests
13
#01
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Flyin’ LS3 Grand Touring
3.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
11.70s
¼ mi @ 123.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 3.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 11.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 123.0 mph
- Engine
- 6.2L V8
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #1 of 74
#02
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Flyin’ LS3 Grand Touring
3.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
11.70s
¼ mi @ 123.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 3.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 11.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 123.0 mph
- Engine
- 6.2L V8
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Road & Track
- Overall Rank
- #2 of 74
#15
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
5.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.60s
¼ mi @ 94.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.60 sec
- Trap Speed
- 94.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 27 C / 34 H / 30 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #15 of 74
#16
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
5.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.50s
¼ mi @ 94.2 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.50 sec
- Trap Speed
- 94.2 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 27 C / 34 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #16 of 74
#18
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
5.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.60s
¼ mi @ 95.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.90 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.60 sec
- Trap Speed
- 95.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 27 C / 34 H / 32 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #18 of 74
#19
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
5.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.60s
¼ mi @ 94.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.90 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.60 sec
- Trap Speed
- 94.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 27 C / 34 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #19 of 74
#20
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
6.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.50s
¼ mi @ 93.9 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.50 sec
- Trap Speed
- 93.9 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 27 C / 34 H / 30.3 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #20 of 74
#23
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
6.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.60s
¼ mi @ 93.3 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.60 sec
- Trap Speed
- 93.3 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 27 C / 34 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #23 of 74
#24
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
6.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.70s
¼ mi @ 93.2 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 93.2 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 27 C / 34 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Road & Track
- Overall Rank
- #24 of 74
#26
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
6.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.80s
¼ mi @ 93.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 93.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 27 C / 34 H / 25 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #26 of 74
#32
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
6.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.10s
¼ mi @ 93.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.10 sec
- Trap Speed
- 93.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6A
- MPG EPA
- 27 C / 36 H / 28 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #32 of 74
#44
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
6.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.40s
¼ mi @ 89.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 89.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 27 C / 34 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #44 of 74
#45
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
6.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.30s
¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.30 sec
- Trap Speed
- 91.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6A
- MPG EPA
- 27 C / 36 H / 30 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #45 of 74
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata
2 verified runs
Avg 0–60
7.05
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
15.45
sec
Recorded Tests
2
#25
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
6.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.70s
¼ mi @ 92.8 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 92.8 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #25 of 74
#66
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club
8.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
16.20s
¼ mi @ 89.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 8.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 16.20 sec
- Trap Speed
- 89.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H / 28.6 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #66 of 74
2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
4 verified runs
Avg 0–60
6.43
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
14.93
sec
Recorded Tests
4
#28
2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
6.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.80s
¼ mi @ 92.4 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.30 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 92.4 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #28 of 74
#29
2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
6.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.90s
¼ mi @ 90.6 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.30 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 90.6 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H / 24.8 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #29 of 74
#35
2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Special Edition
6.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.00s
¼ mi @ 90.2 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.00 sec
- Trap Speed
- 90.2 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #35 of 74
#38
2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
6.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.00s
¼ mi @ 92.6 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.60 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.00 sec
- Trap Speed
- 92.6 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Road & Track
- Overall Rank
- #38 of 74
2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
3 verified runs
Avg 0–60
6.10
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
14.57
sec
Recorded Tests
3
#04
2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata Super20 (Experimental)
5.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
13.70s
¼ mi @ 100.9 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 13.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 100.9 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L Supercharger I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #4 of 74
#33
2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring (Power Retractable Hard Top)
6.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.90s
¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 91.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #33 of 74
#40
2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
6.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.10s
¼ mi @ 91.9 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.10 sec
- Trap Speed
- 91.9 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H / 22.8 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Road & Track
- Overall Rank
- #40 of 74
2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
2 verified runs
Avg 0–60
6.85
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
15.25
sec
Recorded Tests
2
#46
2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring (Power Retractable Hard Top)
6.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.20s
¼ mi @ 93.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.20 sec
- Trap Speed
- 93.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H / 26.9 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #46 of 74
#48
2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
6.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.30s
¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.90 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.30 sec
- Trap Speed
- 91.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #48 of 74
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
1 verified run
Avg 0–60
6.50
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
14.90
sec
Recorded Tests
1
#36
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
6.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.90s
¼ mi @ 92.1 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 92.1 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H / 24.5 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Road & Track
- Overall Rank
- #36 of 74
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
2 verified runs
Avg 0–60
6.95
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
15.35
sec
Recorded Tests
2
#49
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring (Power Retractable Hard Top)
6.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.30s
¼ mi @ 92.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.90 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.30 sec
- Trap Speed
- 92.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #49 of 74
#53
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring (Power Retractable Hard Top)
7.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.40s
¼ mi @ 90.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 7.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 90.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H / 25 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #53 of 74
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
7 verified runs
Avg 0–60
6.86
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
15.31
sec
Recorded Tests
7
#37
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
6.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.00s
¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.00 sec
- Trap Speed
- 91.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H / 24 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #37 of 74
#39
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
6.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.10s
¼ mi @ 91.2 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.60 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.10 sec
- Trap Speed
- 91.2 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H / 20.6 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #39 of 74
#41
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
6.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.20s
¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.20 sec
- Trap Speed
- 91.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H / 21 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #41 of 74
#50
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
6.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.30s
¼ mi @ 90.1 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.90 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.30 sec
- Trap Speed
- 90.1 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H / 23.9 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #50 of 74
#54
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
7.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.40s
¼ mi @ 88.7 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 7.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 88.7 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H / 23 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Road & Track
- Overall Rank
- #54 of 74
#55
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
7.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.60s
¼ mi @ 89.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 7.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.60 sec
- Trap Speed
- 89.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6A
- MPG EPA
- 20 C / 28 H / 22 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #55 of 74
#57
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
7.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.60s
¼ mi @ 89.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 7.30 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.60 sec
- Trap Speed
- 89.0 mph
- Engine
- 2.0L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 28 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #57 of 74
2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
2 verified runs
Avg 0–60
6.90
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
15.30
sec
Recorded Tests
2
#42
2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata Mazdaspeed
6.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.20s
¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.20 sec
- Trap Speed
- 91.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L Turbo I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 18 C / 24 H / 21 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #42 of 74
#56
2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata Mazdaspeed
7.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.40s
¼ mi @ 90.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 7.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 90.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L Turbo I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 18 C / 24 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #56 of 74
2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata
1 verified run
Avg 0–60
5.20
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
14.30
sec
Recorded Tests
1
#05
2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata Flyin'
5.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.30s
¼ mi @ 101.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.30 sec
- Trap Speed
- 101.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L Turbo I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5M
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #5 of 74
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
2 verified runs
Avg 0–60
8.00
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
16.11
sec
Recorded Tests
2
#63
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata Convertible
7.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.92s
¼ mi @ 85.8 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 7.90 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.92 sec
- Trap Speed
- 85.8 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5M
- MPG EPA
- 20 C / 26 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #63 of 74
#67
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata Convertible
8.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
16.30s
¼ mi @ 83.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 8.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 16.30 sec
- Trap Speed
- 83.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5M
- MPG EPA
- 20 C / 26 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #67 of 74
2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
1 verified run
Avg 0–60
6.70
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
15.20
sec
Recorded Tests
1
#43
2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata Racing Beat
6.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.20s
¼ mi @ 90.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.20 sec
- Trap Speed
- 90.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 26 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #43 of 74
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
6 verified runs
Avg 0–60
7.68
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
15.88
sec
Recorded Tests
6
#59
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 10th Anniversary Edition
7.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.60s
¼ mi @ 93.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 7.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.60 sec
- Trap Speed
- 93.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 26 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Week
- Overall Rank
- #59 of 74
#60
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 10th Anniversary Edition
7.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.80s
¼ mi @ 86.8 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 7.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 86.8 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 26 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #60 of 74
#61
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 10th Anniversary Edition
7.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.90s
¼ mi @ 85.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 7.60 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 85.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 26 H / 23 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #61 of 74
#62
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 10th Anniversary Edition
7.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
16.00s
¼ mi @ 85.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 7.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 16.00 sec
- Trap Speed
- 85.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 26 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #62 of 74
#64
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata Convertible
7.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
16.10s
¼ mi @ 84.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 7.90 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 16.10 sec
- Trap Speed
- 84.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5M
- MPG EPA
- 22 C / 27 H / 21 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #64 of 74
#65
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata Convertible
7.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.90s
¼ mi @ 86.1 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 7.90 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 86.1 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5M
- MPG EPA
- 22 C / 27 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Convertible
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #65 of 74
1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata
2 verified runs
Avg 0–60
7.75
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
15.85
sec
Recorded Tests
2
#47
1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata M Speedster
6.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.10s
¼ mi @ 93.4 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.10 sec
- Trap Speed
- 93.4 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L Supercharger I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5M
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #47 of 74
#69
1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata Convertible
8.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
16.60s
¼ mi @ 84.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 8.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 16.60 sec
- Trap Speed
- 84.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5M
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 26 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Convertible
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #69 of 74
1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata
2 verified runs
Avg 0–60
7.10
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
15.40
sec
Recorded Tests
2
#51
1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata PFS Miata SC
6.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.40s
¼ mi @ 88.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.90 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 88.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L Supercharger I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5M
- MPG EPA
- 20 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #51 of 74
#58
1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata PFS Miata SC
7.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
15.40s
¼ mi @ 89.5 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 7.30 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 89.5 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L Supercharger I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5M
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #58 of 74
1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata
5 verified runs
Avg 0–60
7.94
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
15.90
sec
Recorded Tests
5
#03
1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata Monster Motorsport
4.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
12.60s
¼ mi @ 111.6 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 4.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 12.60 sec
- Trap Speed
- 111.6 mph
- Engine
- 5.0L V8
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5M
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #3 of 74
#68
1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata R Package
8.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
16.40s
¼ mi @ 83.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 8.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 16.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 83.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5M
- MPG EPA
- 19 C / 25 H / 23 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #68 of 74
#70
1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata Convertible
8.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
16.80s
¼ mi @ 82.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 8.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 16.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 82.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5M
- MPG EPA
- 19 C / 25 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #70 of 74
#71
1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata M Edition
8.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
16.70s
¼ mi @ 81.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 8.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 16.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 81.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5M
- MPG EPA
- 19 C / 25 H / 27 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #71 of 74
#74
1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata Convertible
9.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
17.00s
¼ mi @ 81.3 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 9.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 17.00 sec
- Trap Speed
- 81.3 mph
- Engine
- 1.8L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5M
- MPG EPA
- 19 C / 25 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Convertible
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #74 of 74
1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata
1 verified run
Avg 0–60
5.40
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
13.60
sec
Recorded Tests
1
#07
1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata Monster Motorsports
5.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
13.60s
¼ mi @ 103.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 5.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 13.60 sec
- Trap Speed
- 103.0 mph
- Engine
- 5.0L V8
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5M
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #7 of 74
1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata
2 verified runs
Avg 0–60
9.05
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
16.79
sec
Recorded Tests
2
#72
1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata Convertible
8.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
16.78s
¼ mi @ 81.9 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 8.90 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 16.78 sec
- Trap Speed
- 81.9 mph
- Engine
- 1.6L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5M
- MPG EPA
- 22 C / 28 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Roadster
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #72 of 74
#73
1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata Convertible
9.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
16.80s
¼ mi @ 83.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 9.20 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 16.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 83.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.6L I-4
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 5M
- MPG EPA
- 22 C / 28 H / 25 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Convertible
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #73 of 74
How we verify Mazda MX-5 Miata performance data
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 recorded test run
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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
Motor Week
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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Other Mazda 0–60 times
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