2018
Mazda MX-5 Miata RF

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  • Club Manual
    Starts at
    $31,910
    26 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Club Auto
    Starts at
    $32,510
    26 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Grand Touring Manual
    Starts at
    $32,750
    26 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • Grand Touring Auto
    Starts at
    $33,825
    26 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Factory warranties

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3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
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5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years

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Consumer reviews

88% of drivers recommend this car
4.8 / 5
Based on 9 reviews
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Comfort 3.9
Interior 4.8
Performance 4.7
Value 4.1
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 5.0

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  • By Alejandro from Atlanta, GA
    Owns this car
    August 26, 2020

    beautiful small sports car

    Very relaible sports car at an affordable price. It's a joy to drive at an affordable price. Just to people can fit so you ca use it for fun or short drives.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By CHERYL from Lubbock
    Test drove this car
    March 9, 2020

    if all my kids were graduated

    this car has so much bang for the buck. If i didn't need room for a tuba with my son in the band, I would buy it in a heart beat
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 5.0
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  • By DontBuyMazdas from Nashville, TN
    Owns this car
    February 3, 2020

    LOW QUALITY car everywhere except under the hood

    Mazda really cut some serious corners on these. The paint is so obnoxiously thin that my rocker panels were speckled with chips at 800 miles. You absolutely have to get it wrapped or painted if you want it to be decent. At 15k miles now, the paint is trashed. The seats are horribly uncomfortable. The dash is hard, easily scratched plastic. No armrests on the doors (not really). Horrendous body roll. But it’s reliable. So there’s that.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By SS3933 from Indian Trail NC
    Owns this car
    February 3, 2020

    Fun Car!!!

    This car is a blast to drive and when the weather is nice outside just press a button and the power top automatically folds up and slides into a compartment behind the cockpit. Ergonomically excellent especially with the information/Nav display control dials at your fingertips behind the shifter. The Bose stereo is amazing in this car which also includes headrest speakers for music and communications.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By TrainerRickFL from Wilton manors
    Owns this car
    August 11, 2019

    Reliable and outrageously fun to drive

    Miata RF - GT is a beautiful, reliable car that is a joy to drive. I'm 6'1 and I fit in the car comfortably. The handling and performance of this car is better than cars with a higher price-tag. I owned a 1993 Miata that I bought new and drove for 4 years. The 2018 RF is even more fun. The last fun car I had was a Honda S2000. The RF has a lot of the same qualities that made that such a great car, and now a collector's item. The only question now is soft top or retractable fastback. Both are incredible so it's a matter of personal preference.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Richard McNutt (Mac) from Olympia, WA
    Owns this car
    February 26, 2019

    Wonderful. Like a mini Batmobile!!!

    The trunk latch is atrocious. We had the car less than two weeks and the latch stuck, and had to have a dealer get it opened at a cost of + $160. There should be a recall on the Miata just for the trunk latch. We owned a 1995 Miata (much smaller trunk than the 2016/2019), and it never stuck even though we crammed/slammed it shut. This thing is way too sensitive and a cause of constant worry....
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 2.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By JulioJP from San Diego, CA
    Owns this car
    January 2, 2019

    Fun Car to Drive

    This car meets all my needs. It has plenty of legroom in the driver and passenger seats. The seats are very comfortable and the cup holders are well placed. You have control of the radio from the steering wheel and the car has two USB spaces. The trunk has limited space, you can only fit one bag, but that’s understandable for being a small car. If you are a tall person this car might not be for you (I’m 5’08”).
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By mlo from Emeryville, CA
    Test drove this car
    September 18, 2018

    Most enjoyable car i ever driven

    Super light and nimble to drive. You do not really need big horsepower. Every turn in the corner it can put the joy on your face
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
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  • By marta231655 from orlando, fl
    Test drove this car
    March 6, 2018

    got to check this car out

    dollar doe dollar you will not find a better 2 seater, and really fun to drive, with the hard top closed super quiet, but let the top down and let the wind blow your hair if you have some
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF?

The 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF is available in 2 trim levels:

  • Club (2 styles)
  • Grand Touring (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF?

The 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF offers up to 26 MPG in city driving and 33 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF reliable?

The 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF has an average reliability rating of 5.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF owners.

Is the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF a good Convertible?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF. 88.9% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 9 reviews
  • Comfort: 3.9
  • Interior: 4.8
  • Performance: 4.7
  • Value: 4.1
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 5.0

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