2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata - combination of thrilling handling, impressive build quality and long-term value
2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. Late last year, the MX-5 benefited from minor improvements, including a 1-hp increase (now 167 for the 2.0L w/5M) and 1-mpg fuel-economy increase. Interior and exterior received minor facelift, and suspension was slightly retuned. Softtop and body-color power-retractable hardtop still available, but for 2010, base SV softtop and Sport PRHT models are dropped.
2010 Mazda Miata Performance & Efficiency Standard Features
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1,999 cc 2.0 liters in-line 4 front engine with 87.5 mm bore, 83.1 mm stroke, 10.8 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder MZR
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Premium unleaded fuel 91 and petrol
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Multi-point injection fuel system
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12.7 gallon main premium unleaded fuel tank 10.6
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Power: 125 kW , 167 HP SAE @ 7,000 rpm; 140 ft lb , 190 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
The 2010 Miata is a dream, especially for sports car enthusiasts on a budget. It's quick, agile, great on gas and reliable too. In fact, Edmunds describes it as "a lightweight, balanced and responsive roadster that delivers the very best in wind-in-the-hair driving at an affordable price."
Still, critics report that competitors like the Honda S2000 and Nissan 370Z offer stronger engines and faster off-the-line performance. In fact, shoppers looking for a stronger on-track performer may very well be better off with the S2000's Club Racer Trim -- which not only provides 70 more horsepower, but is specially tuned for the racing circuit. The 370Z, on the other hand, out powers the Miata by a whopping 165 ponies and is, arguably, more comfortable to ride in. Neither, however, trumps the Miata in terms of handling. In that regard, few vehicles at this price point can compete with the Miata.
2010 Mazda Miata Performance & Efficiency Standard Features
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1,999 cc 2.0 liters in-line 4 front engine with 87.5 mm bore, 83.1 mm stroke, 10.8 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder MZR
-
Premium unleaded fuel 91 and petrol
-
Multi-point injection fuel system
-
12.7 gallon main premium unleaded fuel tank 10.6
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Power: 125 kW , 167 HP SAE @ 7,000 rpm; 140 ft lb , 190 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
The 2010 Miata is a dream, especially for sports car enthusiasts on a budget. It's quick, agile, great on gas and reliable too. In fact, Edmunds describes it as "a lightweight, balanced and responsive roadster that delivers the very best in wind-in-the-hair driving at an affordable price."
Still, critics report that competitors like the Honda S2000 and Nissan 370Z offer stronger engines and faster off-the-line performance. In fact, shoppers looking for a stronger on-track performer may very well be better off with the S2000's Club Racer Trim -- which not only provides 70 more horsepower, but is specially tuned for the racing circuit. The 370Z, on the other hand, out powers the Miata by a whopping 165 ponies and is, arguably, more comfortable to ride in. Neither, however, trumps the Miata in terms of handling. In that regard, few vehicles at this price point can compete with the Miata.
