Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Honda Accord
When we compare the Mazda MX-5 Miata's and the Honda Accord's specifications and ratings, the Mazda MX-5 Miata has the advantage in the area of resale value. The Honda Accord has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mazda MX-5 Miata's and the Honda Accord's specifications and ratings, the Honda Accord is a better car than the Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Honda Accord Pricing
A used 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata ranges from $28,904 to $35,978 while a used 2024 Honda Accord is priced between $28,627 to $31,229. For a new model, the Mazda MX-5 Miata's price is between $30,989 and $37,928, with the Honda Accord priced between $28,891 and $31,460.
Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Honda Accord Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mazda MX-5 Miata loses 31.2 percent of its value and the Honda Accord loses 39 percent of its value. This means the Mazda MX-5 Miata retains 7.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Honda Accord.
Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Honda Accord Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mazda MX-5 Miata is 7.6 out of 10 while the Honda Accord's quality rating is 9.1 out of 10. This results in the Mazda MX-5 Miata being ranked 1 out of 9 Best Convertibles and the Honda Accord being ranked 1 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars.
Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Honda Accord Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mazda MX-5 Miata is 8.1 out of 10. For the Honda Accord the reliability rating is 9.2 out of 10. This gives the Honda Accord an advantage in reliability compared to the Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mazda MX-5 Miata’s base engine makes 181 horsepower, and the Honda Accord base engine makes 192 horsepower. The MX-5 Miata is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 405 miles. The Accord is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 548 miles. This gives the Honda Accord the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Mazda MX-5 Miata. The MX-5 Miata uses premium unleaded, and the Accord uses regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Honda Accord has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
30989 - 37928
Used Asking Price:
28904 - 35978
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.312131
Pricing
New Asking Price:
28891 - 31460
Used Asking Price:
28627 - 31229
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.389899
Mazda MX-5 Miata Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.644681 / 10
Reliability:
8.089362 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Honda Accord Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.093944 / 10
Reliability:
9.181833 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mazda MX-5 Miata Rankings
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13 out of / 15Honda Accord Rankings
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11 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mazda MX-5 Miata Trim Levels
Club, Grand Touring, Sport
Honda Accord Trim Levels
EX, LX
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:
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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
181 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
151 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
192 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
192 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 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):
26 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
309 / 405 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 37 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
429 / 548 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 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:
4.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
16.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
105.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2341 lbs
Width:
68.3 inches
Height:
48.6 inches
Length:
154.1 inches
Wheelbase:
90.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3239 lbs
Width:
73.3 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
195.7 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P195/50R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R17