What's New in the 2021 MAZDA MX-5 Miata RF?
For 2020, the MX-5 gains Mazda's i-ACTIVSENSE suite of standard driver assists, which includes blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, forward-collision warning with low-speed automatic emergency braking and lane-departure warning. The Club and Grand Touring trims gain Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the Grand Touring with the manual transmission inherits the Club's limited-slip differential, Bilstein dampers, shock tower brace and sport suspension. Rounding out the changes are a new key fob design, some new paint colors and a new font on the MX-5 and Mazda badges. See the 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata models for sale near you
Which MX-5 Miata RF is the Best?
If you're just looking for a fun, sporty convertible, the base Sport trim is really all the car you'll need. As all three trims use the same engine and transmission combination, performance enhancements only come in the form of improved handling and braking with the Club trim's Brembo package. Audio fanatics should note that the MX-5's audio setup is not easy to upgrade with an aftermarket system, so if you want great sound, you'll have to opt for the Bose system in either the Club or Grand Touring trim. Find a Mazda MX-5 Miata for sale
How Much Does a 2021 MAZDA MX-5 Miata RF Cost?
The 2020 MX-5 Miata comes in three distinct trims: Sport, Club and Grand Touring. The latter two offer with a retractable hardtop. Each comes standard with a 6-speed manual transmission but offers a 6-speed automatic with manual shift control as an option.
The MX-5 Sport trim ($26,625) brings 16-in alloy wheels, a sport-tuned exhaust, front and rear stabilizer bars, dual power mirrors, a manual soft top with a glass rear window and defroster, power windows, power mirrors, power door locks, a rearview camera, a tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel, advanced smart keyless entry, the Mazda Connect infotainment system, a 7-in color touchscreen, a console-mounted multifunction controller, HD Radio, an AM/FM stereo with six speakers and a USB port, Bluetooth connectivity, cruise control, a leather shift knob, a parking brake boot and a trip computer. Standard safety equipment includes the i-ACTIVSENSE package, which adds blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic assist, Smart City Brake Support and lane-departure warning.
The MX-5 Club trim ($31,210 soft top, $33,965 RF hardtop) with the manual transmission adds Bilstein shocks, a limited-slip differential, shock tower bracing and an induction sound enhancer. Opting for the automatic transmission deletes that equipment. Common standard equipment regardless of transmission includes 17-in dark gunmetal alloy wheels, a front air dam, a rear-lip spoiler, a Bose 9-speaker audio system, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and upgraded interior seating with silver stitching and heated seats.
Optional on the Club trim is the Brembo/BBS Recaro package ($4,470 soft top, $4,670 RF hardtop), which adds Brembo front brakes with red calipers, 17-in dark gunmetal BBS wheels, an aero kit and heated Recaro sport seats. On the RF, this package also includes a hand-painted black roof.
The MX-5 Grand Touring ($32,590 soft top, $35,345 RF hardtop) with the manual transmission picks up the Club trim's limited-slip differential and sport suspension. The automatic models don't have most of the Club's performance upgrades. Standard on the Grand Touring are automatic headlights, an auto-dimming driver's-side mirror, heated side mirrors, rain-sensing wipers, leather seating, automatic climate control, navigation, heated front seats, adaptive front headlights with automatic high beam control, traffic sign recognition and unique alloy wheels. A red Nappa leather interior package costs an additional $300.
There are no other factory options for the MX-5, but numerous dealer add-ons are available.
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