New 2009 Mazda MX-5 MIATA 2010 Specs, Prices, Photos & Review

Mazda has come up with the all new 2009 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. MX-5 is a 2-door, 2-passenger convertible sports car. The model is available in seven different trims namely SV, sports, touring, sports w/Power hard top, Touring, grand touring, touring w/Power hardtop.

The most popular trim, SV, of 2009 Mazda MX-5 MIATA comes up with 2.0-liter and 167 horsepower engine, which gives an impressive mileage of 22 mpg on city and 28 mpg on highway roads. SV has got a standard five-speed manual transmission control system. The grand touring power retractable Hardtop variant of the 2009 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is coming with the new 2-liter, 14 and powerful 167 horsepower engine. This power helps it to achieve an impressive 21 mpg on city and 28 mpg on highway. It is also available with a 6-speed automatic transmission control.

2009 Mazda MX-5 MIATA ranks high in the lists of affordable sports cars. Most of the auto experts, critics and car lovers praise Miata for its overall features and very easy handling dynamics. For last twenty years, Mazda has been continuously proving world class and superior quality sports car. Driving 2009 Mazda MX-5 MIATA has always been a thrilling experience for the drivers. With superb functionality, impressive design and excellent reliability, owning a Miata is a very good option for everyone.

All these features have only helped it to secure a place in the Guinness Book of world records for being the best selling twin door and twin seat Convertible sports car. After the redesigning of the MX-5 Miata in the year 2006, it has been given a refreshed look in year 2009 and most of the exterior has been refurbished. People now have option of going in for a power retractable hardtop in addition to the convertible vinyl and cloth tops. The interior of the 2009 Mazda MX-5 MIATA are also fitted very nicely. Although the interior cabin of Miata may be a bit cramped for large passengers, new addition of manual height adjustment system of the seats will help tall occupants a comfortable ride.

Experts, who have test driven the 2009 Mazda MX-5 MIATA, are very much appreciating the handling capability and the stability of Miata while driving on curved tracks. The agility of 2009 Mazda MX-5 MIATA has impressed every one. Still, there is much scope for improvement in the engine power. 2009 Mazda MX-5 MIATA has also performed very well in the crash test conducted by IIHS. On safety front, Miata has not compromised in any way. 2009 Mazda MX-5 MIATA has got front and side airbags. Overall, it’s amongst the best buys in this segment of car.

2009 Mazda MX-5 MIATA Specs & Safety

Vehicle Dimensions

Specification Mazda MX-5 MIATA 2-door coupe

Wheelbase - 91.7″

Overall Length - 157.3″

Overall Width - 67.7″

Overall Height - 49.4″

Curb Weight - 2619lbs

Fuel Capacity - 12.7 gals

Seating Capacity - 2

Front Headroom - 37.0″

Front Legroom - 43.1″

Engines I4

Size, liters - 2.0-liter

Horsepower @ rpm - 167@7000

Torque @ rpm - 140@5000

Availability Standard

EPA City / highway mpg

6-speed manual 21/28

2009 Mazda MX-5 MIATA Prices & Equipment

Model Prices

Trim Name                          MSRP    Dealer Invoice     Destination Charge

2-door convertible, manual   $28,190   $26,041                $670