Mazda MX-5 (1990-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Pick of the bunch in this class.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fairly cheap to run - only had to buy tyres and windscreen wipers so far.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Best on good roads at 40mph+ with the top down. Not a good car for around town.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    No complaints here. Glad I bought the 1.8 though.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Totally reliable.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Old fashioned, but that's how I like it.

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Tall people may find it uncomfortable - but it is a sportscar!

  • Security and Service

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Good service and prompt attention from Franchised dealer.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Very poor clutch. I've had two replacements owing to 'juddering' and latest one is really no better.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No