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Aired: 12/18/2012
The 2013 Mazda Miata MX5 is a great convertible that has plenty of “zoom-zoom,” tight handling and a fair price. Lauren Fix, the Car Coach, takes a closer look.
Model – 2013 Mazda Miata MX5
MPG – 22/28 mpg.
Engine – 2.0L 4-cylinder engine with 158hp. teamed with the optional six-speed automatic transmission.
If you choose the manual transmission the engine produces 167 hp.
Price – starts at $22,424
The 2013 Mazda Miata MX5 is a sleek convertible sports car for those who appreciate high performance driving mixed with a little well-engineered fun.
The two-seat Mazda MX-5 Miata roadster has been around for more than 20 years. Much has changed over the decades, including the disappearance of the Miata as part of a redesign. The Miata name has since returned, but what hasn’t changed is the formula: small, lightweight and affordable.
The MX-5 Miata is small, but the two-seat configuration provides more driver space than expected.
Features:
•Leather-wrapped steering wheel
•Optional leather seats
•Optional heated seats
•Optional steering-wheel-mounted cruise and audio controls
•Optional 17-inch wheels
•Optional power-retractable hardtop
Competes with:
·VW Eos
·VW Beetle Convertible
·Porsche Boxster
·Mini Coupe Roadster
·Fiat 500 Convertible
Likes:
·Fun to drive
·Handles like a slot car
·Easy to use technology systems
·Good fuel economy
Dislikes:
·The seats can be tight for larger drivers.
·Wish it had more technology options
If you love the look and open-air feel of the old British Triumphs and MGs, but you don’t want to deal with the hassle of a 50-year-old used car, the 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata lets you have your cake and eat it too.
Go to www.mazdausa.com for more information.
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