Experience the pure joy of open-air driving with the 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata, available now at Ottawa Mazda. This iconic roadster continues to deliver an exhilarating driving experience, making it a favorite among enthusiasts for decades. With its timeless design and engaging performance, the MX-5 Miata remains the world's best-selling roadster for good reason.
The 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata features sleek proportions, measuring 154.1 inches long, 68.3 inches wide, and 48.8 inches high, with a low stance highlighting its sports car heritage. It has a manual convertible top with a glass rear window and wind blocker, plus a lined top on Grand Touring for refinement. Standard aluminum alloy wheels vary in size-16-inch on Sport, 17-inch on Grand Touring and Club. Appearance packages add front air dams, side sills, rear spoilers, and bumper skirts for a more stylish look. LED projector headlamps with auto-leveling ensure excellent illumination and a distinctive front.
Inside the 2026 MX-5 Miata, drivers discover a cockpit designed around the driving experience. The two-passenger cabin positions you perfectly behind the sport leather-and-metal-look steering wheel, with all controls within easy reach. Front bucket seats feature reclining and forward/back slide adjustments, with driver-side tilt functionality and integrated headrests for optimal comfort during spirited drives near LaSalle, IL.
The Sport trim features cloth upholstery, while the Club offers cloth with suede inserts for a sportier feel. The Grand Touring elevates the interior with premium leather upholstery and optional Tan Nappa leather. Heated front seats are available on Club and Grand Touring trims, featuring three heat settings for year-round comfort.
The 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata is powered by a responsive 2.0-liter SKYACTIV-G four-cylinder engine producing 181 horsepower. This naturally aspirated powerplant features variable valve timing and direct injection technology, delivering smooth power throughout the rev range. The rear-wheel drive configuration provides balanced handling dynamics that sports car purists demand near Morris, IL.
A six-speed manual transmission with a short-throw shifter comes standard, offering precise gear engagement for driving enthusiasts. The Grand Touring trim offers an available six-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, manual-shift mode, and sport mode. The Miata achieves nimble handling and quick acceleration. Fuel efficiency reaches an EPA-estimated 26 miles per gallon in the city and 34 miles per gallon on the highway. Both Club and Grand Touring trims include a mechanical limited-slip differential for enhanced traction near Naperville, IL.
The 2026 MX-5 Miata is equipped with advanced technology to improve every drive. Its standard touchscreen infotainment system offers Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® compatibility, Alexa integration, Bluetooth® hands-free calling and audio, and HD Radio. Two USB Type-C ports allow for device connection and charging. The Mazda Connect system provides connected services such as remote locking and unlocking, vehicle status notifications, and in-vehicle Wi-Fi. Navigation features include vehicle finder, send-to-car, and online map updates, which are especially handy. The Grand Touring and Club trims come with the Bose® Audio System with AudioPilot, featuring nine speakers, including headrest speakers and a subwoofer, plus SiriusXM® satellite radio. The Grand Touring model also adds voice-activated navigation and wireless smartphone connectivity near Streator, IL..
Every 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata includes advanced safety technology and driver assistance features. Standard safety equipment includes Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning System, Collision Mitigation-Front, Driver Monitoring Alert, and a back-up camera. Additional protective features include dual front airbags, seat-mounted side airbags, 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS and brake assist, Electronic Stability Control, Hill Hold Control, low tire pressure warning, and Emergency SOS capability with automatic 911 dialing.
No matter if you're after weekend thrills or daily driving, the 2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata offers an unparalleled open-air experience. Enthusiasts travel to Ottawa Mazda to experience this iconic roadster. Our expert team is prepared to assist you in selecting the ideal trim level and options to suit your driving desires. Reach out to Ottawa Mazda today to book your test drive and enjoy the true joy of owning a Miata near Plainfield, IL.
