2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF vs. 2018 Volkswagen Beetle
When comparing the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF's and the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF has the advantage in the area of resale value. The 2018 Volkswagen Beetle has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF's and the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle is a better car than the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF.
2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF vs. 2018 Volkswagen Beetle Pricing
A used 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF ranges from $21,899 to $28,997 while a used 2018 Volkswagen Beetle is priced between $16,903 to $27,995.
2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF vs. 2018 Volkswagen Beetle Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF loses 32 percent of its value and the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle loses 35.8 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF retains 3.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF’s base engine makes 155 horsepower, and the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle base engine makes 174 horsepower.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
21899 - 28997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.320417
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16903 - 27995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.357632
Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.7 / 10
Reliability:
6.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Beetle Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Rankings
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15 out of / 15Volkswagen Beetle Rankings
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6 out of / 28Ranking
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22 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Trim Levels
Club, Grand Touring
2018 Volkswagen Beetle Trim Levels
2.0T Coast, 2.0T Dune, 2.0T S, 2.0T S with Style and Comfort, 2.0T SE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
6 years / 72000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 72000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
155 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
148 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
174 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 33 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
377 / 479 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49 inches
Cargo Space:
15.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2445 lbs
Width:
68.3 inches
Height:
49 inches
Length:
154.1 inches
Wheelbase:
90.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3020 lbs
Width:
71.9 inches
Height:
58.6 inches
Length:
168.8 inches
Wheelbase:
100.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/60R16