Volkswagen Cabriolet vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata
When comparing the Volkswagen Cabriolet's and the Mazda MX-5 Miata'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 base engine power. The Volkswagen Cabriolet and Mazda MX-5 Miata have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Volkswagen Cabriolet's and the Mazda MX-5 Miata's specifications and ratings, the Mazda MX-5 Miata is a better car than the Volkswagen Cabriolet.
Volkswagen Cabriolet vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata Pricing
A used 1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet ranges from $9,525 to $18,483 while a used 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is priced between $3,900 to $20,759.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volkswagen Cabriolet’s base engine makes 94 horsepower, and the Mazda MX-5 Miata base engine makes 116 horsepower. Both the Cabriolet and the MX-5 Miata are rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 351 and 297 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9525 - 18483
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3900 - 20759
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.312131
Volkswagen Cabriolet Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mazda MX-5 Miata Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.644681 / 10
Reliability:
8.089362 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Cabriolet Rankings
Not yet available
Mazda MX-5 Miata Rankings
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13 out of / 15Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volkswagen Cabriolet Trim Levels
Base, Classic
Mazda MX-5 Miata Trim Levels
Base, Limited
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
2 years / 24000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 50000 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:
94 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
100 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
116 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
100 foot-lbs @ 5500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 27 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
273 / 351 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 27 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
231 / 297 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
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
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
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
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:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.4 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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2307 lbs
Width:
64.6 inches
Height:
55.6 inches
Length:
153.1 inches
Wheelbase:
94.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2222 lbs
Width:
65.9 inches
Height:
48.2 inches
Length:
155.4 inches
Wheelbase:
89.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available