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2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata is the late-year arrival of the limited 100th Anniversary Special Edition. The rest of the lineup gets light equipment updates rather than a redesign.
About the 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata
4th generation (ND, introduced for 2016), fifth model year; an equipment-update year one year after the 181-hp powertrain upgrade.
Mazda positions the MX-5 Miata as a lightweight two-seat sports car built around driver connection, quick responses, and open-air fun rather than raw power. The big draw is its low weight, rear-wheel-drive balance, compact size, and driver-focused cabin that keeps the controls close at hand. Compared with larger or more powerful sports cars, the Miata stands out by making everyday roads feel lively and involving without becoming intimidating or overly complicated.
The lineup ranges from the simple Sport roadster to the sharper-looking Club and comfort-focused Grand Touring. Sport has a 181-hp engine and 7-inch touchscreen, Club adds heated cloth seats and Bose audio, and Grand Touring brings heated leather, navigation, and automatic climate control. The 100th Anniversary model stands out with white paint, red leather, and special anniversary badges.
What changed, by category
Styling
The limited 100th Anniversary Special Edition joined the lineup late in the model year with Snowflake White paint, red leather, and anniversary badges. The 30th Anniversary trim was dropped, and Mazda also revised badging and key-fob details.
Safety
Sport made blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, low-speed automatic emergency braking, and lane departure warning standard. Lane departure warning also changed from optional to standard on Club.
Tech
Club added standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Grand Touring added SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link.
Structural
Manual-transmission Grand Touring models gained the Club's performance hardware: a limited-slip differential for better traction, Bilstein shock absorbers, a front body brace, and sport-tuned suspension.
2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, SKYACTIV-G, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, SKYACTIV-G, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, SKYACTIV-G, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, SKYACTIV-G, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 6-Spd SKYACTIV-MT | Manual, 6-Spd SKYACTIV-MT | Manual, 6-Spd SKYACTIV-MT | Manual, 6-Spd SKYACTIV-MT |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 34 mpg | 34 mpg | 34 mpg | 34 mpg |
| Horsepower | 181 hp | 181 hp | 181 hp | 181 hp |
| Torque | 151 lb-ft | 151 lb-ft | 151 lb-ft | 151 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 4.5–4.6 cu-ft | 4.6 cu-ft | 4.5–4.6 cu-ft | 4.5–4.6 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Adaptive Headlights | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Power Retractable Hard Top | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata?
The biggest change is the late-year addition of the limited 100th Anniversary Special Edition. Based on Grand Touring, it has white paint, red leather, anniversary logos, and special exterior badges.
Did the 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata get a new engine?
No, the 2020 MX-5 Miata keeps the 181-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine from 2019. There was no lineup-wide engine or transmission change.
What safety features became standard on the 2020 MX-5 Miata Sport?
The 2020 MX-5 Miata Sport made blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, low-speed automatic emergency braking, and lane departure warning standard.
Does the 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on the 2020 Club, Grand Touring, and 100th Anniversary Special Edition. They are not standard on Sport.
What changed on the manual 2020 MX-5 Miata Grand Touring?
The manual 2020 Grand Touring gained performance hardware previously associated with Club: a limited-slip differential, Bilstein shock absorbers, a front body brace, and sport-tuned suspension.
2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
4.6
2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata
(221 reviews)
“One could spend 2-4 times more for sports car upkeep, suffer huge depreciation and ownership costs, and not experience any more balanced, pure and fun handling car than a Miata. Miata is always the answer; except, of course, there are many males who prefer automotive penile enhancement over practical enjoyment.”
“I never thought of a car being sexy but this car is so beautiful and stylish and gets good gas mileage. Never really had a car that made me happy but this one makes me very happy.”
Sources
- news.mazdausa.com — 2020 01 28 2020 Mazda MX 5 Miata Designed To Be Driven
- mazdausa.com — 2020 / Mx 5 / 2020 Mx 5 Miata Brochure
- news.mazdausa.com — 2019 Mazda MX 5 Spec Deck
- news.mazdausa.com — 2020 06 29 100th Anniversary Mazda MX 5 Miata Arriving To The U S
- news.mazdausa.com — 2020 12 10 2021 Mazda MX 5 Miata Pricing and Packaging