Does the Mazda MX-5 come in a hardtop?
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Like choosing a taco shell — hard or soft? I recently spent time in a 2021 MX-5 Mazda Miata RF — you know, the one with the retractable hardtop. With the top up, it cuts a nice figure — sleek and aggressive, making plain the car’s sporting intentions.
Is the 2016 Mazda mx5 reliable?

The 2016 Miata has a reliability rating of three out of five from J.D. Power. That’s average for the industry but a little below average for the sports car class.
How much does a 2016 Mazda Miata cost?
You’ll pay about $25,700 (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price [MSRP]) for a 2016 Mazda MX-5 Sport, including the $820 destination charge. If you’re looking for the ultimate drive, the MX-5 Club starts at $29,400; add $3,400 for the Brembo package. The more lavish MX-5 Grand Touring starts at about $30,900.
What Miata has a hardtop?
Mazda MX-5
That which was formerly called Miata and is now officially renamed the Mazda MX-5 joins the growing list of mid-price convertibles (the Pontiac G6, the VW Eos) offering a power folding hardtop. Who ever thought Mazda’s bare-essential roadster would get so… embellished?

What does RF stand for Mazda?
Retractable Fastback
Whereas the 2019 MX-5 Miata comes with a soft-top, the 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF is the hard-top version of this sports convertible (RF stands for “Retractable Fastback). This type of roof provides better isolation from the outside elements, particularly noise and temperature. Some also prefer the look of this model.
Is there a fiberglass hardtop for the Mazda MX-5 Miata?
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Is there a hardtop for the 2016 MX-5?
BRAND NEW FOR THE 2016 MX-5! We are now taking orders for the STREET VERSION of this hardtop. If you want the RACING version (designed for roll cages), please see 50-65-8100. – Fiberglass, light weight hardtop. Black gelcoat finish. – Mounting brackets included – front, side and rear. – Mounts without removing soft top.
Is the 2016 Mazda Miata faster than the 2015 Miata?
With 155 horsepower, the new engine has 12 hp less than the 2015 but 8 pounds-feet more torque; the 2016 Miata has a peak of 148 pounds-feet of torque at 4,600 rpm. With the weight loss, the car feels a bit quicker — certainly quick enough.
What is the closest car to the Mazda Miata?
The closest is the Nissan 370Z, which starts at $42,645 in roadster form — almost $17,000 more than the Miata’s $25,735 for a Sport model (all prices include destination charges). If you’re looking for an affordable, fun car in the Miata’s league, I recommend the Scion FR-S and its sister, the Subaru BRZ.