Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Nissan 370Z
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mazda MX-5 Miata and Nissan 370Z 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata and the Nissan 370Z.
When we compare the Mazda MX-5 Miata's and the Nissan 370Z's specifications and ratings, the Mazda MX-5 Miata has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Nissan 370Z has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mazda MX-5 Miata's and the Nissan 370Z's specifications and ratings, the Mazda MX-5 Miata is a better car than the Nissan 370Z.
Pricing: A used 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata ranges from $19,435 to $27,998 while a used 2019 Nissan 370Z is priced between $23,990 to $39,040.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mazda MX-5 Miata’s base engine makes 181 horsepower, and the Nissan 370Z base engine makes 332 horsepower. The MX-5 Miata is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 405 miles. The 370Z is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 475 miles.This gives the Mazda MX-5 Miata the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Nissan 370Z the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
25730
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)
29058
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)
25000 - 41920
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
41920
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)
29058
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)
25000 - 41920
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
24003
Price Range:
19435 - 27998
Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)
25817
Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)
20632 - 31346
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
25
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
45146
# Good or Great Deals:
11
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
30252
Price Range:
23990 - 39040
Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)
25817
Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)
20632 - 31346
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
22
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
57674
# Good or Great Deals:
8
Mazda MX-5 Miata Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Nissan 370Z Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mazda MX-5 Miata
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
18.6
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Sports Cars)
8.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Sports Cars)
3.4 - 18.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.131
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan 370Z
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Sports Cars)
8.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Sports Cars)
3.4 - 18.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.003
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.8458913065001767
Typical Category Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
2.0
Category Range for Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
0.9 - 4.0
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9384151613687346
Typical Category Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
2.0
Category Range for Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
0.9 - 4.0
Mazda MX-5 Miata Rankings
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8 out of / 14Ranking
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12 out of / 14Nissan 370Z Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mazda MX-5 Miata Trim Levels
30th Anniversary, Club, Grand Touring, Sport
Nissan 370Z Trim Levels
Not yet available
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
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:
181 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
151 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
332 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
270 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.095 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:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 475 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
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
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
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
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
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 Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
55.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2339 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:
3479 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
52.2 inches
Length:
167.2 inches
Wheelbase:
100.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P195/50R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/50R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Jet Black Mica
Gray
Ceramic Metallic
Red
Soul Red Crystal Metallic
White
Arctic White
Exterior Colors
Black
Magnetic Black Pearl
Gray
Not available
Red
Passion Red
White
Pearl White Tricoat
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Black
Black
