Mazda MX-5 Miata alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Mazda MX-5 Miata, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

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Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Mazda MX-5 Miata and are good next research steps.

from $84,700

Porsche Cayenne

Price : 84,700 - 203,800 $
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 348 - 729 HP
FuelEconomy City : 15 - 17 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 21 - 23 MPG
Seats : 4 - 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 368 - 700 lb-ft
Model : Cayenne
Modell : Turbo GT Coupe AWD, GTS Coupe AWD, Coupe AWD, S Coupe AWD, AWD, S AWD, GTS AWD, E-Hybrid AWD, S E-Hybrid AWD, Turbo E-Hybrid AWD, E-Hybrid Coupe AWD, S E-Hybrid Coupe AWD, Turbo E-Hybrid Coupe AWD
Trim Level : Turbo GT Coupe AWD, GTS Coupe AWD, Coupe AWD, S Coupe AWD, AWD, S AWD, GTS AWD, E-Hybrid AWD, S E-Hybrid AWD, Turbo E-Hybrid AWD, E-Hybrid Coupe AWD, S E-Hybrid Coupe AWD, Turbo E-Hybrid Coupe AWD
Engine Displacement : 3 - 4 L
Curb weight : 4,678 - 5,719 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 18.4 - 23.7 gal
Length : 194.1 - 194.2 in.
Width : 78.1 - 78.5 in.
Height : 64 - 66 in.
Brand : Porsche

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Quick data check: Porsche Cayenne

considerably cheaper
noticeably more efficient
substantially lighter
substantially more power

from $29,200

Nissan Rogue

Price : 29,200 - 40,900 $
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : Front Wheel, All Wheel
Power HP : 201 HP
FuelEconomy City : 27 - 30 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 32 - 37 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 225 lb-ft
Model : Rogue
Modell : FWD S, FWD SV, FWD SL, FWD Platinum, AWD S, AWD SV, AWD SL, AWD Platinum, AWD Rock Creek
Trim Level : FWD S, FWD SV, FWD SL, FWD Platinum, AWD S, AWD SV, AWD SL, AWD Platinum, AWD Rock Creek
Engine Displacement : 1.5 L
Curb weight : 3,477 - 3,737 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 14.5 gal
Length : 183 in.
Width : 72.4 in.
Height : 66 in.
Brand : Nissan

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Quick data check: Nissan Rogue

only slightly cheaper
significantly lighter
marginally more power
somewhat more efficient

from $32,000

Jeep Wrangler

Price : 32,000 - 91,500 $
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : , Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel,
Power HP : 270 - 470 HP
FuelEconomy City : 13 - 20 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 16 - 23 MPG
Seats : 4 - 5
Model Year : 2024
Torque : 260 - 470 lb-ft
Model : Wrangler
Modell : Sport 4 Door 4x4, Sport S 4 Door 4x4, Willys 4 Door 4x4, Sahara 4 Door 4x4, Rubicon 4 Door 4x4, Rubicon 392 4 Door 4x4 *Ltd Avail*, Sport 4 Door 4x4 RHD, Rubicon X 4 Door 4x4, Sport 2 Door 4x4, Sport S 2 Door 4x4, Willys 2 Door 4x4, Rubicon 2 Door 4x4, Rubicon X 2 Door 4x4
Trim Level : Sport 4 Door 4x4, Sport S 4 Door 4x4, Willys 4 Door 4x4, Sahara 4 Door 4x4, Rubicon 4 Door 4x4, Rubicon 392 4 Door 4x4 *Ltd Avail*, Sport 4 Door 4x4 RHD, Rubicon X 4 Door 4x4, Sport 2 Door 4x4, Sport S 2 Door 4x4, Willys 2 Door 4x4, Rubicon 2 Door 4x4, Rubicon X 2 Door 4x4
Engine Displacement : 2 - 6.4 L
Curb weight : 4,012 - 5,268 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 17.5 - 21.5 gal
Length : 166.8 - 188.4 in.
Width : 73.9 in.
Height : 73 - 74 in.
Brand : Jeep

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Quick data check: Jeep Wrangler

moderately cheaper
visibly more efficient
substantially lighter
considerably more power

from $33,000

Acura Integra

Price : 33,000 - 52,900 $
Body Type : Hatchback
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic, Manual
Drive Type : Front Wheel
Power HP : 200 - 320 HP
FuelEconomy City : 21 - 30 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 28 - 37 MPG
Seats : 4 - 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 192 - 310 lb-ft
Model : Integra
Modell : CVT w/A-Spec Package, CVT w/A-Spec Technology Package, Manual w/A-Spec Technology Package, CVT, Type S Manual
Trim Level : CVT w/A-Spec Package, CVT w/A-Spec Technology Package, Manual w/A-Spec Technology Package, CVT, Type S Manual
Engine Displacement : 1.5 - 2 L
Curb weight : 3,073 - 3,219 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 12.4 gal
Length : 185.8 - 186 in.
Width : 72 - 74.8 in.
Height : 55 in.
Brand : Acura

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Quick data check: Acura Integra

somewhat cheaper
noticeably lighter
clearly more power
moderately more efficient

from $22,000

Volkswagen Jetta

Price : 22,000 - 29,000 $
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : Front Wheel
Power HP : 158 HP
FuelEconomy City : 29 - 30 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 40 - 41 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 184 lb-ft
Model : Jetta
Modell : SE Auto, SEL Auto, S Auto, Sport Auto
Trim Level : SE Auto, SEL Auto, S Auto, Sport Auto
Engine Displacement : 1.5 L
Curb weight : 3,012 - 3,071 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 13.2 gal
Trunk Volume : 14.1 cu. ft.
Length : 186.5 in.
Width : 70.8 in.
Height : 57 in.
Brand : Volkswagen

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Quick data check: Volkswagen Jetta

somewhat more power
clearly lighter
clearly cheaper
slightly more efficient
significantly more trunk space

$47,400

Audi S3

Price : 47,400 $
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 306 HP
FuelEconomy City : 23 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 32 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2024
Torque : 295 lb-ft
Model : S3
Modell : Premium 2.0 TFSI quattro, Premium Plus 2.0 TFSI quattro, Prestige 2.0 TFSI quattro
Trim Level : Premium 2.0 TFSI quattro, Premium Plus 2.0 TFSI quattro, Prestige 2.0 TFSI quattro
Engine Displacement : 2 L
Curb weight : 3,527 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 14.5 gal
Trunk Volume : 8.3 cu. ft.
Length : 177.3 in.
Width : 71.5 in.
Height : 55 in.
Brand : Audi

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Quick data check: Audi S3

substantially cheaper
somewhat more efficient
clearly lighter
clearly more power
substantially more trunk space

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