Mazda MX-5 Miata vs BMW Z4
Overview | |
MSRP$26,830 | MSRP$49,700 |
Listings2746 | Listings1150 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe Mazda MX-5 Miata carries over its upgrades from the 2020 model year into 2021 with few additional changes. The rear-wheel-drive (RWD) sports car continues to be unique, not just for its body style but also its price point. In terms of engaging third garage stall options, the budget-friendly Miata ticks a lot of boxes. | |
Reviews SummaryA redesign is never really complete until you have the full engine lineup involved. With last year’s redesign of the Z4, BMW left the iconic inline 6-cylinder engine on the shelf, leaving only 4-cylinder power for the punchy little roadster. This year, the I6 returns with the M40i trim, promising plenty of power to please the people. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 181 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity2 | Seating Capacity2 |
Horsepower181 hp @ 7000 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway32 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 181 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque151 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque294 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower181 hp @ 7000 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway32 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity2 | Seating Capacity2 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space4.6 cu ft | Cargo Space9.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight2341 lbs | Curb Weight3287 lbs |
Height48.6 in | Height51.4 in |
Length154.1 in | Length170.7 in |
Width68.3 in | Width79.7 in |
Wheelbase90.9 in | Wheelbase97.2 in |
Maximum Payload404 lbs | Maximum Payload593 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $26,830 | $49,700 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 5.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Mazda MX-5 Miata carries over its upgrades from the 2020 model year into 2021 with few additional changes. The rear-wheel-drive (RWD) sports car continues to be unique, not just for its body style but also its price point. In terms of engaging third garage stall options, the budget-friendly Miata ticks a lot of boxes. | A redesign is never really complete until you have the full engine lineup involved. With last year’s redesign of the Z4, BMW left the iconic inline 6-cylinder engine on the shelf, leaving only 4-cylinder power for the punchy little roadster. This year, the I6 returns with the M40i trim, promising plenty of power to please the people. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 181 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 2 | 2 |
Horsepower | 181 hp @ 7000 rpm | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 26 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 32 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 181 hp I4 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 151 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 294 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 181 hp @ 7000 rpm | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 32 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 2 | 2 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 4.6 cu ft | 9.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2341 lbs | 3287 lbs |
Height | 48.6 in | 51.4 in |
Length | 154.1 in | 170.7 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 79.7 in |
Wheelbase | 90.9 in | 97.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 404 lbs | 593 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 2 |
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