2012
Mazda MX-5 Miata

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$25,830
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Available trims

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  • 2dr Conv Man Sport
    Starts at
    $23,470
    22 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Conv Auto Sport
    Starts at
    $25,730
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Conv Man Touring
    Starts at
    $25,830
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Conv Auto Touring
    Starts at
    $26,930
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Conv Man Grand Touring
    Starts at
    $27,100
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Conv Hard Top Man Touring
    Starts at
    $27,540
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Conv Auto Grand Touring
    Starts at
    $28,200
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Conv Hard Top Auto Touring
    Starts at
    $28,640
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Conv Hard Top Man Grand Touring
    Starts at
    $28,950
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Conv Hard Top Auto Grand Touring
    Starts at
    $30,050
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Conv Hard Top Man Special Edition
    Starts at
    $31,225
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Conv Hard Top Auto Special Edition
    Starts at
    $31,675
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Soft-top or power-retractable hardtop
Choice of three transmissions
Timeless styling
Rear-wheel drive

The good & the bad

The good

Handling
Six-speed manual
Quick top operation
Same trunk size with top up or down
Standard side-impact airbags

The bad

Confining cabin
Dwarfed by other vehicles
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Factory warranties

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.9 / 5
Based on 25 reviews
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Comfort 4.2
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.9
Value 4.8
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 5.0

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By JohnM from NORTH FORT MYERSNort
Owns this car
December 29, 2020

A fun car to drive....when you need it fast too

You can adjust the seats. Heated seats are nice and the sound system sounds good for its Dolby system. Can't beat the design or its performance.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Carnut429 from Haworth, NJ
Owns this car
July 3, 2020

Most reliable and fun car I ever owned.

The 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is a wonderful car. 100% reliable. In the eighth years I've owned this car, I have never had any kind of mechanical problem whatsoever. 100% fun to drive. Makes going out for a quart of milk a fun experience. Power Retractable Hard Top is a simple and very convenient feature. Great sports car. Nothing beats it in this price range.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata?

The 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is available in 4 trim levels:

  • Grand Touring (4 styles)
  • Special Edition (2 styles)
  • Sport (2 styles)
  • Touring (4 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata?

The 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata offers up to 22 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata reliable?

The 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata has an average reliability rating of 5.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata owners.

Is the 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata a good Convertible?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.9 / 5
Based on 25 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.2
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.9
  • Value: 4.8
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 5.0

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