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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata consumer reviews

$20,635 starting MSRP
side view of 2008 MX-5 Miata Mazda
(64 reviews)
96% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.1
  • Interior 4.5
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.8
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MOST AFFORDABLE SPORTS AND CONVERTIBLE CAR

VERY AFFORDABLE SPORTS CAR AND CONVERTIBLE..BEAUTIFUL INSIDE AND OUT..RELIABLE AND FUN TO DRIVE..I AM VERY HAPPY WITH THE CAR IN OVERALL..GRAND TOURING MODEL IS THE ONE TO CHOOSE

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • 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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Bumpy, noisy and wonderful

Definitely not overpowered but the Miata is what it's supposed to be. Nimble, responsive and engaging. Simple by today's standards, but everything is where it should be. It's a wonderful car to drive and easy to own.

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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car for a trip!

I bought this car to be my only car which means it has to be good on trips. Mission accomplished. Just completed a 1200 mile round trip and the car did everything I wanted. Very comfortable. My last stint on the way home was 3.5 hours non-stop. I had a bicycle on a bike rack for this trip and still averaged around 27mpg.

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

This is one of my all-time favorite cars. Fast as xxxx and just a joy to drive! Great gas mileage and drives on rails! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a convertible. Great value for the money.

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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very nice and comfortable car.

I loved the car, and love how the seats felt. I love how the engine roared as i felt it with my feet. I love how the exhaust system sounded, it sounded really drep and bassy. I just live this car so much.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Roadsters with no unnecessary gadgets

A perfect example of what a 2-seat sports car should be. Comfortable and responsive, with a fantastic open-air feel with the top down. Reliability and superb engineering make this a perfect choice.

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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Adult Go-Cart

This car handles so well that it seems to intuitively know where you want to go! I have owned several sport coupes, Corvettes, Firebirds, Camaros, Triumphs, etc. but this car is, by far, the most fun to drive in the mountains. It is so well balanced that it never seems to be on the edge of i's capabilities! Most importantly it has been super reliable! All that I have done is change the oil and wash it! This car makes even a short trip fun!!

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

Love the way the MX5 drives, feels like it?s on rails. Retractable power top is amazing! Bose sound system sounds awesome! Plenty of performance for a small car.

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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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It will put a smile on your face

If you ever wonder why some people really enjoy driving and will invest so much time, effort and money into their car hobby, take a drive in a MX-5 to get a taste. You may surprise yourself by how much you like it.

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

This is a happy bar of soap that takes corners like a champ. The sport suspension and 50-50 weight distribution means minimum body roll. Fantastic car that is so much fun to drive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • 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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