Mazda MX-5 (1990-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not cheap to buy, but holds value well.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Mazda parts/service costs OK, but mine never needed anything apart from consumables.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Not a motorway car, but fantastic on twisty roads.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Feels faster than it is, which is just as well.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never let me down.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    "Hairdresser's car" to some, but respected for its handling ability by those in the know.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable - I'm 6ft and long journeys are no problem.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No worse than any other soft top - my car has been broken into once via the hood.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes