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2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata consumer reviews

$21,280 starting MSRP
side view of 2002 MX-5 Miata Mazda
(26 reviews)
100% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.2
  • Performance 4.5
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.8
Explore the 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata

Classy looks

If you've always wanted a convertible, this is the right vehicle for you. Excellent gas mileage, 5 speed transmission gives the extra feeling of power on the roadway. Sleek lines since its inception. Has been a trouble free auto over the last 10 years.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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First Car( hopefully last car)

This is a great car for someone looking to fix up a car for cheap and have a little fun in. super small rwd and all the parts come real cheap maintenance is not a problem.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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First Car

It is a good car for the money. Mechanically sound. If you are looking for a project car this is a winner. Parts are cheap. Only downside is the carry capacity.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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14 years old and still going Strong

As stated in the title my 2002 LS is a survivor. The dark green exterior has a few bumps and bruises but she looks great for her age. Original tan leather interior is aging well, no rips or problems anywhere. Great car. Engine and trans perform like new. 80,000 miles and nothing other than routine maintenance. All OEM equipment still works like it did in 2002, except for the owner. Aways liked the looks of the 2001 thru 2005 the best.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Just basic good clean FUN.....

My 2002 Miata LS has everything I need to enjoy the drive and none of the boring, useless, unnecessary junk that most car manufacturers push. Cup holders, Bluetooth, backup cameras, and other expensive electronic gizmos are not my cup of tea! If you are interested in a reliable, fun, 2 seat, old school roadster the 2nd generation 99-05 Miata is your ride!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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I Love my Miata!

Overall the best bang for the buck! So upgradeable! I am always getting compliments on it. I am a die hard Miata fan now!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Ajoy to drive

Special edtion manual 6 speed- Bose specker system -Mia yellow Black top convertable-beautiful exterior body design Bat wing headlights, chrome web wheels------Room to two and trunk space is addiquite

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Most fun car

Reliable fun car for my pleasure. Top up or down its the coolest sports car, in my opinion. Have Fun

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Fun Race Car

Inexpensive way to enter the sport of racing. Easy to work on, lots of upgrades, good fun with the car club!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Mazda did a great job on this sportscar

Great little car,I'm 5'8" tall and I don't have any problem with interior room,it may be an issue with some folks though.Very dependable ,strong running 4 cyl. engine.Mine is a 5 spd.Never had so much fun with a car.Only 4 cyl I ever drove that I liked.Handles great.No downside to the car for me.I can see why people might want to race/drift this car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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