The Mazda MX-5 Miata is here to transform your driving experience in Marietta, GA. A 2026 Car and Driver Editors’ Choice,1 the current edition continues a more than 30-year tradition of extraordinary handling and soul-satisfying performance. If you’re curious about what this two-seat convertible can do, see our selection at Jim Ellis Mazda Marietta
The Mazda MX-5 Miata is designed with the pure intention to be a lightweight, open-top sports car. Across four generations, this legendary roadster has retained a simple rear-wheel-drive formula that has kept it a favorite among enthusiasts and drivers from all walks of life.
With a Skyactiv®-G 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 181 horsepower mated to a standard Skyactiv®-MT six-speed manual transmission, this latest iteration is no exception; a six-speed Sport automatic transmission with paddle shifters is available. And thanks to the Kinematic Posture Control system and the available Asymmetric Limited Slip Differential, its renowned handling capabilities continue to evolve.
One goal for the Mazda MX-5 Miata is thoughtful integration of technology, so you can keep your attention squarely focused on driving. For example, with built-in Alexa®, you can easily access contacts, music, and maps using only your voice. You can also use the MyMazda App and Mazda Connected Services to remotely locate your vehicle, unlock your doors, or start your engine from your smartphone or other mobile device.
Whether you’re driving with the top up or down, you’ll be able to hear your music and calls with exceptional clarity through an audio system that has been carefully designed for this unique vehicle, which includes a driver’s-side headrest speaker. This is especially true when you opt for the available Bose® premium audio system that uses innovative technology to reduce noise and enhance sound.
The 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata combines an unmistakable classic silhouette with elegant, soulful modern design that conveys fluid motion and aerodynamic efficiency. With a manually retractable cloth soft top, you can easily go from an enclosed cabin to wind-in-your-hair thrills in seconds. If you’re looking for a sleek coupe-like experience, the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF model sports a power retractable roof that combines bold fastback design with iconic performance.
On the inside, you’ll find a driver-centric cockpit that helps you feel fully in touch with the car and engaged with the road. The interior combines refined sophistication with sporty simplicity, including a leather-wrapped shift knob and three-spoke steering wheel. And whether you choose standard cloth, available cloth with suede, or available leather seats, you’ll be comfortable whether you’re cruising around town or taking a spirited backroad drive.
To find the Mazda MX-5 Miata that suits your ideal driving style and habits, you can choose from among three available trim levels:
Wake up your senses and elevate your drive in a new Mazda MX-5 Miata today. Schedule a visit or stop by Jim Ellis Mazda Marietta near Atlanta, GA, and we’ll be delighted to give you a full tour of our current inventory of this beloved roadster. Once you get behind the wheel for a test drive, you’ll understand the joy that so many drivers have been experiencing for decades.
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