Mazda MX-5 Miata performance summary
The 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata makes 181 hp and 205 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 6.5s, about 6.1s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 140 mph (225 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 14.51s.
On Carspeed's data it is relaxed — quicker off the line than 51% of the cars in our database, with more power than 27% of them and a higher top speed than 59%. That works out to roughly 166 per horsepower at list price.
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How the Mazda MX-5 Miata ranks against 1,483 cars
Mazda MX-5 Miata vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda MX-5 Miata | 181 | 6.5s | 225 km/h | 14.51s |
| Mazda MX-5 Miata RF | 181 | 6.5s | 225 km/h | 14.51s |
| Fiat Abarth 695 Tributo | 180 | 6.7s | 225 km/h | 14.69s |
| Ford Fiesta ST | 200 | 6.5s | 230 km/h | 14.49s |
| Toyota 86 | 205 | 6.4s | 226 km/h | 14.42s |
| Peugeot 208 GTI | 208 | 6.5s | 230 km/h | 14.49s |
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Mazda MX-5 Miata FAQ
What is the Mazda MX-5 Miata 0-60 mph time?
The Mazda MX-5 Miata does 0-60 mph in about 6.1s, based on its 6.5s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Mazda MX-5 Miata?
The listed top speed is 140 mph, or 225 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Mazda MX-5 Miata have?
The Mazda MX-5 Miata is listed at 181 hp with 205 Nm of torque.
What is the Mazda MX-5 Miata quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Mazda MX-5 Miata quarter-mile at 14.51s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Mazda MX-5 Miata?
Similar performance rivals include Mazda MX-5 Miata RF, Fiat Abarth 695 Tributo, Ford Fiesta ST.