Mazda
MX-5 Miata.
A place to start with the NC: the configuration, the condition, and the ownership plan.
Start with the buying guide
Make it your own.
Specifications, prices, and compatibility depend on year, transmission, trim, and market. We have not assigned a Gearline Score or published an unsupported market price range. Photography shows a 2005 NC outside the US; confirm the model year and market of your own car.
2015 US specification snapshot
BRZ Premium manual and MX-5 Miata Sport soft top manual. These figures describe these configurations, not every model year or transmission.
| Specification | Mazda MX-5 Sport |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder |
| Rated engine power | 167 hp |
| Drive layout | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission in this comparison | 5-speed manual |
Sources: Mazda 2015 US specifications. Rated engine output is not a wheel-horsepower measurement or a prediction of acceleration.
Inside this garage.
Budget for the car after the purchase
Separate predictable expenses, initial work, and a repair reserve before planning upgrades.
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Mazda MX-5 Miata NC buying guide
Choose a roof and transmission, check the actual specification, and build a sensible inspection plan.
Read the guideNC Miata inspection: cooling, roof, and repair evidence
A focused inspection framework with a manufacturer water-pump bulletin and questions for the workshop.
Read the guideNC Miata maintenance: choose the right schedule
Understand selected 2015 US normal and severe-use intervals, calendar deadlines, and service records.
Read the guideUsed BRZ vs. NC Miata: which fits your life?
A decision guide built around your daily routine, roof preference, and the specific cars on your shortlist.
Read the guideWhat to do before modifying a used car
Establish a healthy baseline, understand what is already fitted, and leave room for maintenance.
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