2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications
Compare important 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata technical specifications like exterior dimensions, ground clearance, wheelbase, interior space volume, engine's power as measured by horsepower and torque output, weight of the vehicle, towing & payload capacity or gas tank size to know the estimated mpg.
Trims |
Sport 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Club 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Grand Touring 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Exterior length |
154.1 " |
154.1 " |
154.1 " |
Exterior body width |
68.3 " |
68.3 " |
68.3 " |
Exterior height |
48.6 " |
48.8 " |
48.8 " |
Horsepower |
155 @ 6,000 rpm |
155 @ 6,000 rpm |
155 @ 6,000 rpm |
Torque |
148 @ 4,600 rpm |
148 @ 4,600 rpm |
148 @ 4,600 rpm |
Fuel economy - city |
21 mpg |
21 mpg |
21 mpg |
Fuel economy - highway |
28 mpg |
28 mpg |
28 mpg |
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) |
7.1 seconds |
7.1 seconds |
7.1 seconds |
1/4 mile time |
15.1 seconds |
15.1 seconds |
15.1 seconds |
1/4 mile speed |
95 mph |
95 mph |
95 mph |
Lateral acceleration (g) |
.9 |
.9 |
.9 |
Slalom speed |
62 mph |
62 mph |
62 mph |
Bore-and-Stroke |
3.29/3.59 " |
3.29/3.59 " |
3.29/3.59 " |
Curb weight |
2,332 lbs. |
2,332 lbs. |
2,332 lbs. |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) |
2,745 lbs. |
2,745 lbs. |
2,745 lbs. |
Wheelbase |
90.9 " |
90.9 " |
90.9 " |
Front track |
58.9 " |
58.9 " |
58.9 " |
Rear track |
59.2 " |
59.2 " |
59.2 " |
Turning radius |
15.4 '' |
15.4 '' |
15.4 '' |
Front legroom |
43.1 " |
43.1 " |
43.1 " |
Front headroom |
37.4 " |
37.4 " |
37.4 " |
Front hip room |
52.0 " |
52.0 " |
52.0 " |
Front shoulder room |
52.2 " |
52.2 " |
52.2 " |
Luggage volume |
4.6 cu.ft. |
4.6 cu.ft. |
4.6 cu.ft. |
Luggage volume (max) |
4.6 cu.ft. |
4.6 cu.ft. |
4.6 cu.ft. |
Fuel tank |
11.9 gal. |
11.9 gal. |
11.9 gal. |
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Interior Features
One of the most notable features of the MX-5 Miata, however, is its roomy interior. The 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata comes with a variety of specs on the inside. You can find out more about these features in the chart below.
Trims |
Sport 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Club 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Grand Touring 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Air conditioning, front |
manual |
manual |
automatic |
Air filter |
std |
std |
std |
Clock |
in-radio display |
in-radio display |
in-radio display |
Cruise control |
std |
std |
std |
Cupholders |
front |
front |
front |
Gear shift knob trim |
leather |
leather |
leather |
12V DC power outlet |
1 |
1 |
1 |
Floor console |
full |
full |
full |
Floor mats |
carpet front |
carpet front |
carpet front |
Front windows |
power |
power |
power |
1-touch window down |
driver and passenger |
driver and passenger |
driver and passenger |
Instrumentation |
analog |
analog |
analog |
Tachometer |
std |
std |
std |
Trip computer |
std |
std |
std |
Water temp gauge |
std |
std |
std |
Low fuel warning |
std |
std |
std |
Exterior temperature display |
std |
std |
std |
Lighting - dome light |
fade |
fade |
fade |
Lighting - cargo light |
std |
std |
std |
Rear window defogger |
std |
std |
std |
Rear view mirror |
day-night |
day-night |
auto-dimming day-night |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors |
driver and passenger |
driver and passenger |
driver and passenger |
Remote trunk release |
mechanical |
mechanical |
mechanical |
Tilt-Wheel adjustable steering column |
std |
std |
std |
Steering wheel material |
leather/metal-look |
leather/metal-look |
leather/metal-look |
Cargo net |
opt |
opt |
opt |
Ashtray |
opt |
opt |
opt |
Air compressor |
std |
std |
std |
Programmable garage door opener |
N/A |
N/A |
std |
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Exterior Features
Would you like to grasp the idea which 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata trim level is better equipped with such little cool exterior features like fog lights, spoiler, mud flaps, sunroof, roof racks, running boards, etc? Check out the full list of these additional features below.
Trims |
Sport 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Club 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Grand Touring 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Antenna |
fixed |
fixed |
fixed |
Body material |
galvanized steel/aluminum |
galvanized steel/aluminum |
galvanized steel/aluminum |
Paint |
clearcoat monotone |
clearcoat monotone |
clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim |
black |
black |
black |
Door count |
2 doors |
2 doors |
2 doors |
Rear cargo door |
trunk |
trunk |
trunk |
Tinted windows |
light |
light |
light |
Rear window type |
fixed |
fixed |
fixed |
Mirrors |
dual power remote |
dual power remote |
dual power remote |
Spoiler |
lip |
lip |
lip |
Front tires |
P195/50VR16.0 BSW performance |
P205/45WR17.0 BSW performance |
P205/45WR17.0 BSW performance |
Wheels |
16" silver aluminum |
17" black aluminum |
17" painted aluminum |
Windshield wipers - front |
variable intermittent |
variable intermittent |
variable intermittent |
Mud flaps |
opt |
opt |
opt |
Tires - rear |
195/50VR16 performance AS |
205/45WR17 performance AS |
205/45WR17 performance AS |
Convertible top |
manual |
manual |
manual |
Convertible roof glass rear window |
std |
std |
std |
Heated door mirrors |
N/A |
N/A |
std |
Windshield wipers - rain sensing |
N/A |
N/A |
std |
Mirrors, auto dimming |
N/A |
N/A |
driver |
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seats
The seats are one of the most important aspects of any car, and each 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata trim level may have different seating options, so be sure to carefully compare the specifications. Some trims have leather upholstery, "memory", armrest, heated seats, and some have them only for the front passengers, while other provide them for the rear seats two.
Trims |
Sport 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Club 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Grand Touring 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Front seat type |
bucket |
bucket |
bucket |
Standard seating |
2 passengers |
2 passengers |
2 passengers |
Front driver seat direction controls |
6-way |
6-way |
6-way |
Front passenger seat direction controls |
4-way |
4-way |
4-way |
Front armrests |
center |
center |
center |
Front head restraints |
fixed |
fixed |
fixed |
Seat trim |
cloth |
cloth |
leather |
Heated front seats |
N/A |
N/A |
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Entertainment System
Some 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata trim levels have a built-in DVD player, voice recognition, while others have a touch screen display, bluetooth compatibility, navigation system. There are also a variety of different audio options, so be sure to compare the trim levels carefully to find the one that best suits your needs.
Trims |
Sport 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Club 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Grand Touring 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Radio |
AM/FM stereo, seek-scan |
SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
CD player |
in-dash mounted single |
in-dash mounted single |
in-dash mounted single |
MP3 capability |
std |
std |
std |
Auxiliary input jack |
std |
std |
std |
Steering wheel audio controls |
std |
std |
std |
Speakers |
6 |
9 Bose |
9 Bose |
Speed-Sensitive Volume |
std |
std |
std |
Navigation system |
opt |
opt |
yes with voice activation |
Bluetooth Compatibility |
std |
std |
std |
Amplifier |
N/A |
std |
std |
1st row LCD screen |
N/A |
1 |
1 |
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Safety and Security Features
Each 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata trim comes with a variety of safety and security features that will keep you and your family safe while on the road. Some of these features include airbags, traction control, stability control, side impact, panic alarm, blind spot sensors, parking assist, and more.
Trims |
Sport 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Club 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Grand Touring 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Airbags, frontal |
driver and front passenger |
driver and front passenger |
driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact |
seat mounted, driver and passenger |
seat mounted, driver and passenger |
seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Occupancy sensor |
std |
std |
std |
Traction control |
ABS and driveline |
ABS and driveline |
ABS and driveline |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners |
front |
front |
front |
Headlights |
LED low/high beam |
LED low/high beam |
LED low/high beam |
Exterior light control |
auto off |
N/A |
fully automatic |
Daytime running lights |
std |
std |
std |
Remote keyless entry |
keyfob (all doors) |
keyfob (all doors) |
keyfob (all doors) |
Keyless access system |
std |
std |
std |
Panic alarm |
std |
std |
std |
Door locks |
power with 2 stage unlock |
power with 2 stage unlock |
power with 2 stage unlock |
Ignition disable |
std |
std |
std |
Low tire pressure warning |
std |
std |
std |
First aid kit |
opt |
opt |
opt |
LED taillights |
std |
std |
std |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service |
N/A |
MAZDA CONNECT |
MAZDA CONNECT |
Content theft deterrent alarm system |
N/A |
N/A |
std |
Lane departure warning |
N/A |
N/A |
std |
Blind spot sensor |
N/A |
N/A |
std |
Directionally adaptive headlights |
N/A |
N/A |
std |
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Mechanical Features
The 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have different mechanical features depending on the trim level that you choose. Some of the other features that you may find in the higher-level trim levels include air suspension, brake assist, speed sensitive steering, an electronic limited slip differential, a performance exhaust system.
Trims |
Sport 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Club 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Grand Touring 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Engine |
2.0L I-4 |
2.0L I-4 |
2.0L I-4 |
Engine - valvetrain |
DOHC |
DOHC |
DOHC |
Brakes |
4-wheel disc |
4-wheel disc |
4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
4-wheel |
4-wheel |
4-wheel |
Brake assist |
std |
std |
std |
Drive type |
rear-wheel |
rear-wheel |
rear-wheel |
Exhaust |
stainless steel |
stainless steel |
stainless steel |
Steering |
rack and pinion |
rack and pinion |
rack and pinion |
Speed sensitive steering |
std |
std |
std |
Suspension tuning |
regular |
sport |
regular |
Front suspension type |
double wishbone |
double wishbone |
double wishbone |
Front anti-roll bar |
std |
std |
std |
Front shocks |
gas-pressurized |
Bilstein |
gas-pressurized |
Front springs |
coil |
coil |
coil |
Rear suspension type |
multi-link |
multi-link |
multi-link |
Rear anti-roll bar |
std |
std |
std |
Rear shocks |
gas-pressurized |
Bilstein |
gas-pressurized |
Rear springs |
coil |
coil |
coil |
Electronic stability system |
std |
std |
std |
Sequential shift control |
opt |
opt |
opt |
Transmission |
6-spd man |
6-spd man |
6-spd man |
Axle ratio |
2.87 |
2.87 |
2.87 |
Locking/limited slip differential |
N/A |
std |
N/A |
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Other Specs
In general, the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata lower-level trims will have fewer features. If you are looking for a vehicle that has all of the latest and greatest features, then you will want to choose one of the higher-level trim levels.
Trims |
Sport 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Club 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Grand Touring 2dr Convertible, Engine: 2.0L I-4 |
Maximum towing capacity |
900 |
900 |
900 |