2021 Mazda Miata

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$26,830 – $35,050 MSRP across 10 builds, plus $995 destination

From $592/month — $29,874 out the door in Austin, Texas, 60 months at 7% APR, nothing down.

The 2021 Mazda Miata lineup has three trims, all with 181 hp and rear-wheel drive, and returns 29 to 30 mpg combined. Sport starts at $26,830, with Club and Grand Touring completing the range. Compared with 2020, the 100th Anniversary trim is gone and the starting price is $250 higher.

2021 Mazda Miata

Key Specifications

Horsepower
181 hp
Torque
151 lb-ft
Combined MPG
29 mpg
Seating
2
Cargo volume (seats up)
4.6 cu ft
Curb weight
2,341 lb
Displacement
2 L
Fuel tank
11.9 gal

Base build: Sport Manual. Figures vary by build — see each trim.

2021 Mazda Miata trims

Trims (3)MSRP fromCompare
Sport

2.0L Premium Unleaded I-4, RWD, 181 hp, 29 mpg · 2 builds

Club

2.0L Premium Unleaded I-4, RWD, 181 hp, 29 mpg · 4 builds

Grand Touring

2.0L Premium Unleaded I-4, RWD, 181 hp, 29 mpg · 4 builds

Each trim comes in one or more builds — drivetrain, cab and bed choices with their own price and weight. Compare ticks the trim's base build; every build is listed below.

Across all 10 builds

Horsepower
181 hp
Torque
151 lb-ft
Combined MPG
29–30 mpg
Curb weight
2,341–2,496 lb
Seating
2
Cargo volume (seats up)
4.5–4.6 cu ft

Buying a used 2021 Mazda Miata

Price when new
$26,830 – $35,050
MSRP, plus $995 destination
NHTSA recalls
None on file
See the list below
The 2022 that replaced it
+$820 to start
2022 vs 2021: what changed

Figures are as published when the 2021 Mazda Miata was new; a used car's price depends on its mileage, condition and history. Before you buy, check the car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether its recall repairs were done.

2021 Mazda Miata Specifications & Features

Specifications of the Sport Manual build. Figures for other trims are on their individual pages.

Engine
Premium Unleaded I-4
Displacement
2 L
Displacement (cu in)
122 cu in
Cylinders
4
Fuel system
Gasoline Direct Injection
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Horsepower
181 hp
Horsepower RPM
7,000 rpm
Torque
151 lb-ft
Torque RPM
4,000 rpm
Recommended fuel
Premium
Transmission
Manual
Transmission detail
Manual
Speeds
6
Drivetrain
RWD
1st gear ratio
5.09:1
2nd gear ratio
2.99:1
3rd gear ratio
2.04:1
4th gear ratio
1.59:1
5th gear ratio
1.29:1
6th gear ratio
1:1
Reverse ratio
4.7:1
Final drive ratio
2.87:1
Limited-slip differential
No
City MPG
26 mpg
Highway MPG
34 mpg
Combined MPG
29 mpg
Range (city)
309.4 mi
Range (highway)
404.6 mi
Fuel tank
11.9 gal
CO₂ emissions
6 tons/yr
EPA size class
Two Seaters
Wheelbase
90.9 in
Length
154.1 in
Width (without mirrors)
68.3 in
Height
48.6 in
Front track
58.9 in
Rear track
59.2 in
Ground clearance
4.9 in
Turning diameter (curb to curb)
30.8 ft
Seating
2
Front headroom
37.4 in
Front legroom
43.1 in
Front shoulder room
52.2 in
Front hip room
52 in
Cargo volume (seats up)
4.6 cu ft
Curb weight
2,341 lb
Front suspension
Double Wishbone
Rear suspension
Multi-Link
Steering
Rack-Pinion
Brakes
4-Wheel Disc
ABS
4-Wheel
Front disc brakes
Yes
Rear disc brakes
Yes
Front rotor diameter
11 in
Rear rotor diameter
11 in
Hill descent control
No
Hill start assist
Yes
Front wheel diameter
16 in
Front wheel width
6 in
Rear wheel diameter
16 in
Rear wheel width
6 in
Front wheel material
Aluminum
Rear wheel material
Aluminum
Front tire size
P195/50VR16
Rear tire size
P195/50VR16
Alternator capacity
100 A
Basic warranty (years)
3 yr
Basic warranty (miles)
36,000 mi
Basic warranty unlimited miles
No
Powertrain warranty (years)
5 yr
Powertrain warranty (miles)
60,000 mi
Powertrain warranty unlimited miles
No
Corrosion warranty (years)
5 yr
Corrosion warranty unlimited miles
Yes
Roadside assistance (years)
3 yr
Roadside assistance (miles)
36,000 mi

2021 Mazda Miata builds & prices (10)

Tick up to 4 builds — from this or any other vehicle — to compare them spec by spec.

  • $26,830
  • $28,180
  • $30,290
  • $30,890
  • $31,770
  • $32,295
  • $33,045
  • $33,645
  • $34,525
  • $35,050

2021 Mazda Miata recalls (0)

NHTSA safety recall campaigns issued for the 2021 Mazda Miata. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether a specific car has had the remedy applied.

No NHTSA recall campaigns on file for this model year.

2021 Mazda Miata FAQ

How much did the 2021 Mazda Miata cost new?
The 2021 Mazda Miata started at $26,830 MSRP for the Sport Manual and went up to $35,050 for the Grand Touring Auto (418791). A $995 destination charge was added to every build.
What trims does the 2021 Mazda Miata come in?
The 2021 Mazda Miata comes in 3 trims: Sport, Club and Grand Touring, across 10 builds.
How much horsepower does the 2021 Mazda Miata have?
The 2021 Mazda Miata makes 181 hp. The engine is 2.0L Premium Unleaded I-4.
What gas mileage does the 2021 Mazda Miata get?
The 2021 Mazda Miata is rated at 29–30 mpg combined, depending on the build.
Does the 2021 Mazda Miata come with all-wheel drive?
No. The 2021 Mazda Miata is RWD only.
How many people does the 2021 Mazda Miata seat?
The 2021 Mazda Miata seats 2.
Does the 2021 Mazda Miata have any recalls?
We have no NHTSA safety recall campaigns on file for the 2021 Mazda Miata. Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest.

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Specifications, pricing and equipment from manufacturer data as published for the US market; recalls and crash ratings from NHTSA. Figures are as published at launch and may differ from a specific vehicle.