Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Toyota Celica
When comparing the Mazda MX-5 Miata's and the Toyota Celica's specifications and ratings, the Mazda MX-5 Miata has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mazda MX-5 Miata's and the Toyota Celica's specifications and ratings, the Mazda MX-5 Miata is a better car than the Toyota Celica.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mazda MX-5 Miata’s base engine makes 140 horsepower, and the Toyota Celica base engine makes 135 horsepower. The MX-5 Miata is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 324 miles. The Celica is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 390 miles.This gives the Mazda MX-5 Miata the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Toyota Celica the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4992 - 16650
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.312131
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Mazda MX-5 Miata Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.644681 / 10
Reliability:
8.089362 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Celica Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mazda MX-5 Miata Rankings
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13 out of / 15Toyota Celica Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mazda MX-5 Miata Trim Levels
10th Anniversary, Base
Toyota Celica Trim Levels
GT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
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:
140 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
119 foot-lbs @ 5500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
135 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
145 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 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):
264 / 324 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 390 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree 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 Equipment
360-Degree 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:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
49.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
18.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
44.8 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2299 lbs
Width:
66 inches
Height:
48.4 inches
Length:
155.3 inches
Wheelbase:
89.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2755 lbs
Width:
68.9 inches
Height:
51 inches
Length:
177 inches
Wheelbase:
99.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available