1990-1998 Mazda Miata: Overview
Updated: 11/23/08
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Pros
- Acceleration (w/manual transmission)
- Fuel economy
- Antilock brakes (optional)
- Steering/handling
Cons
- Cargo room
- Road noise
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The Miata performed an overnight resurrection in 1990 on what had previously been a virtually dead market--that of the affordable 2-seat roadster. Initial models arrived in one of three colors--red, white, or blue--with a powertrain consisting of a 116-horsepower, dual-cam 1.6-liter 4-cylinder and a 5-speed manual transmission. Late in the 1990 model year, a 4-speed automatic was added, which dropped the horsepower rating from 116 to 105. All models could be ordered with a removable hardtop. Standard first-year features included a driver-side airbag and a manual folding top.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | Mazda Miata Rating | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | 5 | |
| Fuel Economy | 5 | |
| Ride Quality | 3 | |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 7 | |
| Quietness | 2 | |
| Controls/Materials | 5 | |
| Interior Room | 4 | |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 0 | |
| Cargo Capacity | 1 | |
| Value within Class | 8 | |
| Total Score: | 40 |
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