Mazda Sports Cars
MSRP
- $20,000 - $30,000 (6)
- $30,000 - $50,000 (2)
Fuel Economy
- 15 MPG or Better (6)
- 20 MPG or Better (3)
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
#1 in Affordable Sports Cars
The Miata ranks in the top half of its class because of its tight, balanced handling and zippy acceleration. What's more, reviewers see its soft top and new power-folding hardtop as the best in their ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 9.0 |
| Performance: | 8.7 |
| Exterior: | 7.7 |
| Interior: | 6.5 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Thanks to a 2006 redesign, the MX-5 Miata offers better-than-ever performance with tight, balanced handling and zippy acceleration -- all for a very affordable price. Reviewers see its soft top and new power folding hardtop ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 9.0 |
| Performance: | 8.7 |
| Exterior: | 7.7 |
| Interior: | 7.0 |
| Safety: | 8.3 |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
2008 Mazda RX-8
#6 in Affordable Sports Cars
The RX-8's ranking is based on its powerful and lightweight rotary engine, as well as its smooth handling, stylish cabin, and comfortable two-passenger rear seat. Despite its poor fuel economy and frequent maintenance requirements, the ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.4 |
| Performance: | 8.6 |
| Exterior: | 7.4 |
| Interior: | 7.8 |
| Safety: | 8.9 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
2007 Mazda RX-8
The RX-8 impresses reviewers with its unique, powerful and light-weight rotary engine, as well as its smooth handling, stylish cabin and comfortable two-passenger rear seat. Nevertheless, its powerplant's constant need of maintenance, poor fuel economy, ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.3 |
| Performance: | 8.9 |
| Exterior: | 7.4 |
| Interior: | 8.1 |
| Safety: | 8.9 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2008 Mazda Speed3
#1 in Affordable Performance Cars
The 2008 Mazdaspeed3 brings competitive driving performance with a sharp exterior design and practical affordability. Compared to other vehicles in its class, it ranks very highly.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.8 |
| Performance: | 8.8 |
| Exterior: | 8.5 |
| Interior: | 7.7 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
2007 Mazda Speed3
The Mazdaspeed3 brings competitive driving performance with a sharp exterior design and practical affordability. If you're in the market for a compact sport hatchback, check out the check out the confident handling, and slightly less ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.2 |
| Performance: | 8.8 |
| Exterior: | 8.5 |
| Interior: | 7.7 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |






