“The car is not the fastest off the line but is just plain fun to drive due to the overall handling and performance.”
2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important news for the 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata is that there is no major change. Its engine, trim lineup, safety equipment, infotainment, and styling carry over from 2022.
About the 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata
4th generation (ND, 2016-present), late pre-update year before the 2024 steering/infotainment refresh.
Mazda positions the MX-5 Miata as a lightweight roadster built around balance, agility, and a close connection between driver and car. Its appeal is not cargo space or raw power, but how naturally it turns, shifts, and responds on ordinary roads. Compared with other small sports cars, the Miata stands out by staying small, rear-wheel drive, and open-air, while still including modern safety tech and phone integration.
Sport is the straightforward soft-top roadster, pairing a 181-hp engine and six-speed manual with smartphone integration and core driver aids. Club adds handling-focused hardware, while the Brembo, BBS, and Recaro package brings stronger front brakes, forged wheels, and sport seats. Grand Touring emphasizes comfort with leather-trimmed seats, navigation, automatic climate control, and extra lighting and safety features.
2023 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 | 4.6 cu-ft | 4.6 cu-ft | 4.5–4.6 cu-ft | 4.5 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Adaptive Headlights | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| LCD Instrument Cluster | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata compared with the 2022 model?
Nothing major changed for 2023. The 181-hp engine, rear-wheel-drive layout, trim structure, safety equipment, 7-inch touchscreen system, and exterior styling all carry over from 2022.
Did the 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata get a new engine?
No, the 2023 MX-5 Miata keeps the same 181-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine used for 2022. It remains rear-wheel drive.
Was Kinematic Posture Control new for the 2023 MX-5 Miata?
No, Kinematic Posture Control was not new for 2023. Mazda added this cornering-control system for 2022, and it carries over into the 2023 lineup.
Which 2023 MX-5 Miata trim is the most handling-focused?
The 2023 Club is the handling-focused trim. It has a sport-tuned suspension with Bilstein dampers, a limited-slip differential, and a front shock-tower brace; the Brembo, BBS, and Recaro package adds stronger front brakes, forged wheels, and more supportive sport seats.
Which 2023 MX-5 Miata trim has an automatic transmission?
The 2023 Grand Touring was sold with either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic. Sport and Club use the six-speed manual.
2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
4.5
2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata
(156 reviews)
“Best for 1-2 family members, trunk space fairly large but opening is smaller than previous Miata, making access a little difficult. Passenger seat can be tricky for large dogs.”
“Everything is great except the Android Auto connectivity constantly cutting out like a 1990 CD player.”