2025 Mazda MX‑5 Miata / MX‑5 Miata RF Performance Overview
The 2025 Mazda MX‑5 Miata—available as both the classic soft‑top roadster and the sleek RF retractable fastback—delivers a pure sports‑car experience. This lightweight, rear‑wheel‑drive gem offers sharp handling, spirited performance, and top‑down fun, perfect for Michigan roads, from winding Upper Peninsula routes to Great Lakes Bay Region cruising.
Engine & Powertrain
- Engine: SKYACTIV‑G 2.0 L DOHC 4-cylinder
- Output: 181 hp; 151 lb‑ft torque
- Rev Limit: 7,500 rpm
- Transmission: Standard six‑speed manual; automatic with paddle shifters available on Grand Touring trim
- Power-to-Weight: Stellar for its class—enhances throttle response and dynamic feel
Chassis & Handling
- Kinematic Posture Control: Reduces body roll while cornering, ideal for sharp twisty Michigan roads
- Asymmetric Limited Slip Differential (optional): Enhances corner stability and traction for improved steering precision.
Learn More About the 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata Performance at Thelen Mazda
The 2025 Mazda MX‑5 Miata, whether soft-top or RF, offers exceptional performance: a rev-happy 181‑hp engine, sharp chassis, optional limited-slip differential, and rewarding manual gearbox. Its lightweight nature delivers pure driving bliss—ideal for enthusiasts seeking engagement, not just speed.
Who is it perfect for? Drivers craving weekend thrill‑rides, back‑road adventures, and spirited commutes in Mid‑Michigan. Visit Thelen Mazda in Bay City.MI and discover why the MX‑5 Miata is the sports car that brings pure joy to every twist and turn across the Great Lakes Bay Region.
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