Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata RF
$30,430
$38,450
Highlights
| 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP |
$30,430
|
$38,450
|
| Engine Type |
Premium Gasoline I-4
|
Premium Gasoline I-4
|
| MPG |
26 City / 34 Hwy
|
26 City / 34 Hwy
|
| Horsepower |
181 hp
|
181 hp
|
| Drive Type |
Rear Wheel Drive
|
Rear Wheel Drive
|
| Seating Capacity |
2
|
2
|
| Basic Warranty |
3 yr / 36,000 mi
|
3 yr / 36,000 mi
|
Engine
| 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement |
2.0 L/122
|
2.0 L/122
|
| Engine Type |
Premium Gasoline I-4
|
Premium Gasoline I-4
|
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM |
181 @ 7000
|
181 @ 7000
|
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM |
151 @ 4000
|
151 @ 4000
|
| Transmission Options |
|
|
| MPG |
26 City / 34 Hwy
|
26 City / 34 Hwy
|
| Total Cooling System Capacity |
N/A
|
N/A
|
Tires & Wheels
| 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF | |
|---|---|---|
| Spare Wheel Material |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Front Wheel Size |
16 X 6.5 in
|
17 X 7 in
|
| Spare Tire Size |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Front Tire Size |
P195/50VR16
|
P205/45WR17
|
| Rear Tire Size |
P195/50VR16
|
P205/45WR17
|
| Spare Wheel Size |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Front Wheel Material |
Aluminum
|
Aluminum
|
| Rear Wheel Size |
16 X 6.5 in
|
17 X 7 in
|
| Rear Wheel Material |
Aluminum
|
Aluminum
|
Suspension
| 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF | |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension Type - Rear |
Multi-Link
|
Multi-Link
|
| Suspension Type - Front |
Double Wishbone
|
Double Wishbone
|
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) |
Double Wishbone
|
Double Wishbone
|
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) |
Multi-Link
|
Multi-Link
|
Steering
| 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF | |
|---|---|---|
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb |
31 ft
|
31 ft
|
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Steering Type |
Rack-Pinion
|
Rack-Pinion
|
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) |
N/A
|
N/A
|
Measurements
| 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF | |
|---|---|---|
| Front Shoulder Room |
52 in
|
52 in
|
| Track Width, Front |
59 in
|
59 in
|
| Passenger Volume |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Second Hip Room |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Second Leg Room |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Front Hip Room |
52 in
|
52 in
|
| Wheelbase |
91 in
|
91 in
|
| Second Shoulder Room |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Passenger Capacity |
2
|
2
|
| Height, Overall |
49 in
|
49 in
|
| Min Ground Clearance |
5 in
|
5 in
|
| Second Head Room |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Width, Max w/o mirrors |
68 in
|
68 in
|
| Front Leg Room |
43 in
|
43 in
|
| Trunk Volume |
5 ft³
|
5 ft³
|
| Front Head Room |
37 in
|
37 in
|
| Length, Overall |
154 in
|
154 in
|
| Track Width, Rear |
59 in
|
59 in
|
| Liftover Height |
N/A
|
N/A
|
Weight & Capacity
| 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF | |
|---|---|---|
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
12 gal
|
12 gal
|
| Base Curb Weight |
2,366 lbs
|
2,467 lbs
|
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
Safety
| 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF | |
|---|---|---|
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
Standard
|
Standard
|
| Blind Spot Monitor |
Standard
|
Standard
|
| Backup Camera |
Standard
|
Standard
|
| Stability Control |
Standard
|
Standard
|
| Lane Departure Warning |
Standard
|
Standard
|
Entertainment
| 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF | |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth® |
Standard
|
Standard
|
Electrical
| 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) |
100
|
100
|
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) |
N/A
|
N/A
|
Brakes
| 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF | |
|---|---|---|
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Brake Type |
4-Wheel Disc
|
4-Wheel Disc
|
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
11 in
|
11 in
|
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
11 in
|
11 in
|
| Brake ABS System |
4-Wheel
|
4-Wheel
|
FAQ
Which is more reliable, the 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata or the 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF?
The 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata and the 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF are equally reliable according to Cars.com consumers, with a reliability rating of 5.0.
Which is more fuel efficient, the 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata or the 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF?
The 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata and the 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF both get 29 MPG combined.
Which car is cheaper, the 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata or the 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF?
The 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata is cheaper than the 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF with a $30,430 starting MSRP versus a $38,450 starting MSRP.
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