Mazda MX-5 Miata RF 2017– car dimensions: 3915 mm long, 1735 mm wide and 1245 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,120 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 127 litres.
The cabin has an 8.8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto plus a Bose 9-speaker system and navigation. Automatic climate control and heated leather seats are standard. Driver aids include Smart Brake Support for automatic emergency braking, Blind Spot Monitoring, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and a rearview camera. Standard cruise control is fitted. adaptive cruise is limited to automatic-transmission models.
Trunk volume is 4.5 cubic feet with the retractable hardtop stowed. The two-seat layout leaves no folding seats or expanded cargo area.
No towing capacity is listed. Payload is approximately 178 kg based on GVWR and curb weight. The car is built for open-top driving rather than hauling or work duties.
The cabin seats two in a snug, driver-focused layout with standard heated leather seats and automatic climate control. Manual seat adjustments keep things simple while the hardtop closes for a quieter ride than the soft-top version. Acoustic laminated glass helps cut noise. Ergonomics put controls within easy reach, though space stays tight for taller drivers or long trips.
Premium unleaded fuel recommended. 26 city/34 hwy/29 combined MPG
11.9-gallon fuel tank
Oil and filter flexible interval, max 7,500 miles or 12 months
Standard Smart Brake Support, blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning, rear cross-traffic alert, rearview camera
Basic warranty 3 years/36,000 miles. powertrain 5 years/60,000 miles
The car runs on premium unleaded and delivers 26 mpg city, 34 highway, and 29 combined. The 11.9-gallon tank suits its light weight and sporty character for mixed driving.
Engine oil and filter use a flexible monitor with a maximum 7,500-mile or 12-month interval under normal conditions. Spark plugs last to 75,000 miles. Coolant first changes at 120,000 miles or 10 years.
Standard safety includes Smart Brake Support forward collision mitigation, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, high beam control, and a rearview camera. Adaptive cruise control comes only with the automatic transmission. Side airbags and stability control are included.
Keep the hardtop mechanism clean and lubricated. Store the car covered when possible to protect the retractable roof seals. Follow the severe schedule if you track the car or drive short trips often.
Length 3915 mm, Width 1735 mm, Height 1245 mm, Wheelbase 2310 mm (MX-5 Miata RF 2017-present)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mazda USA 2025 MX-5 Owner's Manual, Mazda Canada 2024/2025 MX-5 RF Specs PDF, KBB 2026 and Mazda USA site.