For true car enthusiasts, sports cars are the epitome when it comes to offering a true driving experience. Affordable sports cars provide an added incentive to customers by offering zippy performance at an affordable cost. Not to forget, better fuel economy figures and low maintenance costs. The Mazda MX-5 is the quintessential entry-level sports car in every auto enthusiast’s book and is popular in pop culture. The 2021 model year version of the MX-5 packs all the niceties along with notable performance. However, the MX-5 has plenty of competitors vying for the top spot in the entry-level sports car segment, the Ford Mustang being one of them. While both the cars have their unique character, the Mazda MX-5 stands out for its practicality and nimbleness, something which the Mustang finds difficult to achieve.
Have a practical sports car in mind? The 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata is the right car for you. We at Metro Mazda of Mesquite can help you in the entire buying process. Contact us to schedule a test drive.
2021 mazda MX-5 Miata |
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2021 Ford Mustang |
2.0-liter inline-four | Engine | 2.3-liter, turbocharged inline-four |
181 hp/151 lb.-ft. | Horsepower/Torque | 310 hp/350 lb.-ft. |
Six-Speed Manual | Transmission | Six-Speed Manual |
26/34/29 | MPG (City/Highway/Combined) | 21/29/24 |
While the Ford Mustang’s power output figures look good on paper, the Mazda MX-5 Miata offers commendable performance figures thanks to a significantly lesser curb weight helping in improving its power-to-weight ratio. The 2021 Toyota Supra can cross the 60 MPH mark in just 5.7 seconds and the quarter-mile in 14.4 seconds. The Ford Mustang might offer better performance numbers, a variety of trims, and a plethora of configurations to choose from. But the Mazda MX-5 Miata manages to offer the right balance between performance and comfort. Not to forget significantly better MPG figures, affordable maintenance costs, and undeniable reliability. This is what makes the Mazda MX-5 Miata a sought-after entry-level sports car in the market.