2007 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2007 Pontiac Solstice and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2007 Pontiac Solstice and the 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
In comparing the 2007 Pontiac Solstice's and the 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata's specifications and ratings, the 2007 Pontiac Solstice has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2007 Pontiac Solstice's and the 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata's specifications and ratings, the 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is a better car than the 2007 Pontiac Solstice.
Pricing: A used 2007 Pontiac Solstice ranges from $5,999 to $18,918 while a used 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is priced between $5,995 to $16,950.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2007 Pontiac Solstice’s base engine makes 177 horsepower, and the 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata base engine makes 166 horsepower. The Solstice is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 338 miles. The MX-5 Miata is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 343 miles. This gives the 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2007 Pontiac Solstice. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
22115
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
21030
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)
21948
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)
19995 - 24820
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
11524
Price Range:
5999 - 18918
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
64
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
57676
# Good or Great Deals:
18
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
11478
Price Range:
5995 - 16950
Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)
13257
Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)
11478 - 15261
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
38
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
88788
# Good or Great Deals:
12
Pontiac Solstice Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mazda MX-5 Miata Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2007 Pontiac Solstice
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.4147824683132386
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.1688963249100615
Typical Category Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
4.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
1.2 - 4.3
Pontiac Solstice Rankings
Not yet available
Mazda MX-5 Miata Rankings
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12 out of / 14Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2007 Pontiac Solstice Trim Levels
Base, GXP
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Trim Levels
Grand Touring, Sport, SV, Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
177 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
166 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
166 hp @ 6700 rpm
Torque:
140 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
221 / 338 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 27 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
279 / 343 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
5.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
50.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
5.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2860 lbs
Width:
71.3 inches
Height:
50.1 inches
Length:
157.2 inches
Wheelbase:
95.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2441 lbs
Width:
67.7 inches
Height:
49 inches
Length:
157.3 inches
Wheelbase:
91.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Black
Mysterious
Blue
Deep
Gray
Sly
Green
Envious
Red
Aggressive
Silver
Cool
White
Pure
Yellow
Mean
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black
Blue
Stormy Blue Mica
Gray
Galaxy Gray Mica
Green
Highland Green
Red
Copper Red Mica / True Red
Silver
Sunlight Silver Metallic
White
Marble White
Yellow
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Steel/Sand
Black
Ebony
Interior Colors
Beige
Tan
Black
Black
