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By Cars.com StaffCars.com
September 18, 2009
The 2009 MX-5 Miata was technically the 20th anniversary model because the roadster hit the market in 1989 as an early 1990 model. Much has changed over the decades, including the disappearance of the Miata name from the car's exterior in 2006 as part of its third-generation redesign. The Miata name is back and what hasn't changed is the formula: small, lightweight and affordable. New for 2010 There are no significant changes for 2010. Exterior Last year's restyling extended the nose lower and made the grille larger and smile-shaped. The headlights became shapelier. The rear bumper became deeper and wider, with a more prominent crease on the side, and the tailpipes were made flush with the bumper.
The car is small, but the two-seat configuration provides more driver space than you might expect.
A 2.0-liter four-cylinder powers the Miata with 158 horsepower when teamed with the optional six-speed automatic transmission. When equipped with the five- or six-speed manual, it produces 167 hp. The difference comes from a higher redline with the manual: 7,200 rpm, rather than 6,700 rpm with the automatic.
The MX-5 has the mandated front airbags, and the passenger's airbag can be deactivated.
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