2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is a quiet carryover after the larger 2009 refresh. The main change is the removal of the SV trim, which makes Sport the entry-level soft top.
About the 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
3rd generation (NC, 2006-2015), second model year after the 2009 refresh.
Mazda positions the MX-5 Miata as a lightweight, balanced two-seat roadster built around driver involvement rather than big power or luxury. The selling point is the close connection between driver, steering, shifter, and chassis, plus easy open-air driving in a small, usable package. Against heavier convertibles, the Miata’s edge is simple fun: rear-wheel drive, quick responses, low weight, and a cabin that gives you just enough comfort without dulling the sports-car feel.
The Sport is the simple, driver-focused soft top, with a manual-folding roof, air conditioning, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Touring adds everyday conveniences such as cruise control, keyless entry, and steering-wheel audio controls, while Grand Touring brings leather-trimmed heated seats, automatic climate control, and Bose audio.
What changed, by category
2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Manual, 6-Spd w/Overdrive | Manual, 6-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 22 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Horsepower | 167 hp | 167 hp | 167 hp |
| Torque | 140 lb-ft | 140 lb-ft | 140 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 5.3 cu-ft | 5.3 cu-ft | 5.3 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Cruise Control | |||
| Stability Control | |||
| Traction Control | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| Power Retractable Hard Top | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Automatic Air Conditioning | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Power Locks | |||
| Remote Keyless Entry | |||
| Tilt Wheel | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the main change to the 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata?
The main change is a simpler trim lineup. Mazda dropped the SV, so Sport becomes the entry-level soft-top trim; the vehicle's core equipment and mechanical design otherwise carry over from 2009.
Did the 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata get a new engine or transmission?
No. The 2010 MX-5 Miata keeps the same 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and the same manual and automatic transmission arrangements by trim.
Did the 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata receive new styling?
No. The 2010 MX-5 Miata has no significant styling changes because the exterior had already been refreshed for 2009.
Were safety or technology features updated for the 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata?
No. Mazda made no lineup-wide safety or technology updates for 2010, and equipment in the core soft-top trims is essentially unchanged.
Is the 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata substantially different from the 2009 model?
No. The 2010 model is largely a carryover from 2009, with the dropped SV trim as the notable difference. Its powertrain, styling, structure, safety equipment, and core soft-top trim content remain essentially the same.