Still Worth Buying? - 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring Review

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This generation of the Mazda MX-5 Miata has been around for quite a few years now. So is it still worth buying in 2021? M.S.R.P. - $33,510.
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Комментарии : 138

@stevenr6279 3 года назад

You are back and sporting one of the best cars ever, Excellent. As a 3 time owner of MX-5's the design and engineering are right on target with the customers wants. However, if Mazda can integrate the media screen in to the dash the Miata would be beyond superb. Very happy everything went well.🖖

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Thanks, Steven R. I still can't drive yet, but hopefully I can get my pre-surgery reviews out on a more timely schedule now that my arm is starting to work again. 😅 Thanks for hanging in there with me!

@TheBishop12 2 года назад

6:18 “-but I assure you, that’s a conversation that this car was designed to have with you” Top shelf commentary @AutoAcademics

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

Ha! Thanks, TheBishop12. Every once in a while a nugget will emerge. Thanks for watching!

@christopherclark6383 3 года назад

I think I may have just watched one of the best videos covering this car. I’m a Miata fan looking to buy and you represented very well.

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

I appreciate that, Christopher Clark. Thanks for watching!

@benkromminga5739 3 года назад

Welcome back, Chris! Fantastic vehicle. Kiddos to Mazda for continuing the Miata. Now I just gotta figure out how to get the '91 NA Miata in my garage up and running.

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Thank you, Ben Kromminga. And at least you have the first step completed, getting the car. Good luck on your project and thanks for watching!

@JesusWord 3 года назад

So, glad you're back with more Great content! I checked out all the oldies and they were good but it's great to get the new video(s).

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

I appreciate you, D Woods. Thank you!

@allenmayer3038 3 года назад

Best auto reviewer on You Tube. Appreciate your videos. I bought a 2021 4 Runner Venture because of your review. Now I am thinking seriously about the Mazda.

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Happy to hear that, ALLEN MAYER, and congrats on your 4Runner. Your support is greatly appreciated and there will be more reviews coming shortly. Thanks for watching!

@gmo1203 3 года назад

Welcome back, glad to see your reviews.

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Thank you, Gregory Mosley! I'm coming along slowly.

@The_Notorious_CRG 3 года назад

Thanks for the review Chris! Great job as always. I've always respected the Miata, but the last 2 generations have really shot up the desirability charts in my eyes. It was great to see the red dot signifying a new video next to your channel name on my subscribed list. Looking forward to your next one brother!

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Thank you, The_Notorious_9. It felt good being able to post another review, even if I still can't drive just yet. And I agree, the recent Miatas not only drive well, but actually look the part, too. No more emasculating jokes with this one. Thanks, as always, for watching!

@jackanderson2773 2 года назад

😊 Thanks for giving these magical cars more exposure . Always a good thing .

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

If they send them, I'll drive them! 😎

@peters3651 2 года назад

Really good overview. I'm hoping to pick up my new white GT in June this year (2022). It''s an incredible car for the price, and yes, you have to make some sacrifices when you own a tiny car like this, but it's hard to beat from a design and engineering perspective. On my test test drive by the time I was in third gear I knew I was going to buy it. If you want a light-weight, agile open-top car, there is literally no competition unless you have deep pockets and go for something like a Porsche or BMW drop-top.

@gbj400 3 года назад

I'm glad you're back! I miss your videos.

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

It's good to be back, Gregory B. Jones. Even if it's just partially until I start driving again. But now that I can edit again, I'll be getting some more stuff to you guys. Thanks for watching!

@baldheadlogic 3 года назад

Welcome Back Chris! I cannot personally see myself owning a car this small but I certainly see the appeal. The Miata screams "street legal go-cart" better than most.

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

What's up, canonlybeme4life? Great to hear from you. While i personally would like a fun car with a little more power, the Miata always makes me a liar when I drive it. 😅 Thanks for watching!

@jimbandit1250sa 2 года назад

Hi Chris hoping this text finds your healing ok, this video was awesome and one of the best honest views I’ve seen I so want one but next year hopefully. Keep them coming Chris, James from uk👌👏 best Mazda sports yet

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

Thank you, jimbandit1250sa. The recovery is coming along just fine. I appreciate the well wishes, as well as your support. Thanks for watching!

@HisMajesty99 2 года назад

Best review I’ve seen of this exact model so far, concise and to the point. Laid out all the specs and details right off the bat. Great job, and amazing car! I recently bought a Mazda 6 Carbon Edition, but part of me is itching to trade it in for a Miata. I just can’t seem to make up my mind tho

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

Thanks for watching!

@HisMajesty99 2 года назад

@@AutoAcademics ofc, and thanks for the great content, you got a new sub my friend 👍

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

@@HisMajesty99 I appreciate your support!

@landocalrisian2014 3 года назад

Good to see you again Chris!!

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Thank you, Lando CalrisiaN!

@tmaineunlimited8870 3 года назад

Glad to see you back!

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Still can't drive yet, but I'm getting better every day, tmaine unlimited. More reviews coming in the meantime. I appreciate your support!

@annstanaway9501 3 года назад

Bought a 2020 RF in late January 2021 and absolutely agree. This car ain't broke!

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Nice. Enjoy your car, Ann Stanaway, and thanks for watching!

@paulm6481 3 года назад

So glad to see you back and great review,

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Thanks, Paul M. Nice to hear from you!

@BM_718 3 года назад

Underrated reviewer. So thorough. Dope video.

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Thank you, TheLowNYCdotCOM!

@richardjleisner5589 3 года назад

Glade to see your back. Missed you.

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Thank you, Richard J Leisner. Still can't drive yet, but I've got a few pre-surgery reviews that I can edit and get out to you guys. Nice to hear from you and thanks for watching!

@ma7mgte 3 года назад

Welcome back! 🙏🏾 Great review as usual

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Thank you, SupraX!

@AbsoluteMdot 3 года назад

Welcome back!!! Loved this review!! Hoping you will review a Volvo xc90, Xc60 or one of the sedans soon

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Great to hear from you, AbsoluteMdot. Hopefully, we'll be able to get our hands on some Volvos as soon as I'm able to drive again. Thanks for watching!

@amill1563 3 года назад

Welcome back! The engine update was a welcome change. But I love the style and characteristics of the S2000. I feel like the Type R is Honda's modern day psycho car and similar in that way to the S2.

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Thanks, amill1563. Not fully back yet, but I can at least edit some of the reviews I recorded prior to surgery. I agree, the S2000 was a hot car. Wish I had an opportunity to review one of those, let alone own one. I'd also love to see a Mazdaspeed version of this Miata. 💪🏾 Thanks for watching!

@jeffwertz2953 2 года назад

Another great review video Chris! Love watching your stuff. I must point out though, the redline is 7500 not 7000. That's an extra 500 rpm of fun. Lol

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

Oh, man. I've been short shifting all this time. 😅 Thanks for the heads up and for watching, Jeff Wertz!

@elparanoicotimes 3 года назад

yay you're back!

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Not quite, Jese Alonzo Rodriguez Villa, but I'm getting there. Unfortunately, I still can't drive, but I can edit now so that's something. Thanks for watching!

@blurayffan66 2 года назад

Beautiful I ordered one yesterday arrives 1st week of Dec- Happy Christmas to me.

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

Happy Christmas indeed, WestHam66. Congrats and thanks for watching!

@jet91048 3 года назад

Welcome back !!

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Thank you, YaNLiN. It's only part time, but every day gets better. I appreciate you!

@jackanderson2773 2 года назад

Great 👍 stuff . I've always loved the Simplicity of these cars . It becomes an extension of you .

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

Sure does, jack anderson. Thanks for watching!

@jackanderson2773 2 года назад

@@AutoAcademics 👍

@jimyon8259 2 года назад

Great demo! I really want one now!

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

The Miata is still a wonderful car, Jim Yon, so go ahead and grab one. LOL Thanks for watching!

@BlackNAVYAmericanVET 3 года назад

The Looks , is STILL DESIGNED like it’s current sister line up Of Mazda models 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 love it

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Yup. This is still a great car, Dennis Bordok jr. Thanks for watching!

@OOICU812 2 года назад

Lots of features packed into this little two-seater.

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

Definitely, LES. Thanks for watching!

@ludosys4903 2 года назад

Very nice review! I have the 2.0 Sport/Recaro version as a hobby car that is even nicer with the leather alcantara bolstered seats 😀. Improvements? Heated steering wheel (over here every Mazda 3 has it as standard) and Adaptive Cruise Control instead of normal CC. When you daily drive a car with Adaptive CC it is sometimes confusing that the other car has’nt. My previous MX5 2008 was a bit more capable regarding luggage, the ND model is more cramped but drives and handles like a dream!

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing, Niseko_Ludo Belgium, and for watching, too!

@nubfishin9152 3 года назад

Welcome back Chris!

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Thanks, nub Fishin! Still not driving yet, but the pre-surgery reviews should be coming a little more frequently now. Thanks for watching!

@Mortalcoil100 2 года назад

Nicely done sir. :)

@XMattingly 3 года назад

That's a sweet little roadster! Hope the recovery is going well. ✌️😎

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Thanks, XMattingly. I'm healing up rather well, considering. And yes, these Miatas are great. Nice to hear from you and thanks for watching!

@XMattingly 3 года назад

@@AutoAcademics Glad to hear it. 🙂 Yeah, they really are; to me stick shift is a huge selling point for this type of car, and honestly it looks really nice inside and out.

@oldman157 3 года назад

Welcome back! Excellent review. Shoulder doing good?

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

It's coming along, Barney Barnfinder. Still can't drive yet, but the pre-surgery reviews should be coming a bit more frequently now. Thanks for watching!

@brownro214 3 года назад

Hey neighbor, good to see you back on the road, figuratively speaking.

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

I appreciate that, R. Brown. Where are you located?

@brownro214 3 года назад

@@AutoAcademics Sandy Springs

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

@@brownro214 Dope! Nice to hear from you, neighbor!

@WizardTerence 3 года назад

Great review and camera work !

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Thanks for watching, Terence Jones!

@TheBanjoFlyBoy 2 года назад

Really enjoy my 2020 GT RF! Only thing I would change is widen it just enough to fit a golf bag in the trunk and bump the horse power up to 200 horses👍

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

You've got a great car, TheBanjoFlyBoy. Enjoy it and thanks for watching!

@uploadtime1780 2 года назад

Great to the point review.

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

Thanks for watching, Upload Time!

@edwardvillate2112 2 года назад

It's a FUN & RELIABLE & easy to MANTIENE & GOOD LOOKING , little CAR !!!.....that should give you GOOD SERVICE for many YEARS !!!

@vhockada 2 года назад

Firstly I didn’t realize they offered another color top besides black and for that I actually like the gray top.

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

It's nice to have options like that, Vance Edward. Thanks for watching!

@tinac.2671 11 месяцев назад

The answer is hellz yes!!!

@MR.H1111 2 года назад

I just got my mx-5 gt rf and I love it !!!!

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

Sweet! Enjoy it and thanks for watching, Art Hajdus!

@deancoburn944 2 года назад

I see a 60th birthday present in my future!

@landocalrisian2014 3 года назад

This is definitely a secondary FUN car.

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Some hardcore people get along with it being their only car!

@zsoltpapp3363 2 года назад

Of course it is worth buying! The ND is the first Miata which actually looks sexy. It was always an awesome car even the NA with the puny 1.6 90hp, but nowhere else do you get this much fun for the dollar. My only complaint is i do not fit in it...:(

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

Yeah, the first time we got one for review in 2016, we couldn't believe how nice it looked. And it still does! Sorry you don't fit in them, but thanks for watching!

@markus6635 2 года назад

If you take care of this baby, it's gonna last for " decades ""👏

@jasondixon9095 Год назад

Does this vehicle have a timing chain or a timing belt?

@3ducs 2 года назад

Front fenders are aluminum too.

@gregoryw3311 3 года назад

As the Carlos Santana song goes: I Hope You're Feeling Better

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

Thanks, Gregory Watts. Still on the mend, but I can at least edit now. Thanks for hanging in there with me!

@meyayaes8738 2 года назад

I hate the screen and how glossy the seat back things are but otherwise it's awesome

@jgatchaljgatchal8350 2 года назад

As pure as it is. I would want a tuned Mazdaspeed package.

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

We can't argue with that, jgatchal jgatchal. Thanks for watching!

@jasondixon9095 Год назад

I love mines jet black 2021 automatic Mazda, Miata mx5

@AutoAcademics Год назад

Nice! Enjoy your car, jason dixon, and thanks for watching!

@jasondixon9095 Год назад

Keep making great videos

@roberthill4556 2 года назад

Question: if I'm using the cup holder where does the passenger put their cup? Also, why no glove box for the passenger? It's as though Mazda feels there shouldn't be a passenger. Might as well take out the passenger seat. It would save more weight. Sorry but the MX-5 ND model is not perfect.

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

There are actually two cupholders that fit in that space, Robert Hill, but they take up some elbow room when both are installed so we only drove our tester with one. Lack of space is also why there's no glovebox in the traditional location. There is hidden storage behind the seats, though, which we've shown in previous reviews of the Miata. Thanks for watching!

@acchaladka 3 года назад

Have always wanted to like the mx-5 but have also wanted a more level corner experience, a slightly deeper exhaust, a slightly higher seat, and a little more power. I get the mx-5 ethos, but i thought the turbo Fiat 124 was really pretty perfect except for a few touches in the retro styling. Hope Mazda offers something a bit more souped up next, as the car is not made for much modification.

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

The 124 Abarth might be right up your alley, acchaladka. The one we reviewed a few years ago had and automatic transmission that we weren't very fond of, but besides that it drove great. Thanks for watching!

@robertmiller1442 3 года назад

I had a 2017 Fiat 124 spyder for 4 years, Nothing but problems month after month year after year. I thought since Mazda was making them in Japan it would be a great car but the engine is made in Italy & shipped to the Mazda factory in Japan, Traded the car for a new Mazda which is now more powerful with the new engine & with the Mazda MX5 much, much better quality.

@acchaladka 3 года назад

@@AutoAcademics thanks, i generally enjoy your stuff and hope your channel continues to grow for many years!

@acchaladka 3 года назад

@@robertmiller1442 that's too bad but not totally surprising. We have a Tesla 3 as the family car which is a bit of a lemon, but the company have been crappy to us about the lemon part. I'm tempted by the Mazda partly because of the real / experienced company behind the car, and also to encourage more fun sportscars. But i agree that the 124 really is better for what i want.

@robertmiller1442 3 года назад

@@acchaladka The Fiat dealerships are run by Chrysler/Fiat & they do not have anyone to service Fiat with any knowledge of how to service since they sell so few Fiats in America & the Fiat 124 has been discontinued & Fiat sell fewer & fewer cars.

@neorider9183 2 года назад

YES

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

Ha! We agree, Neo Rider91. Thanks for watching!

@berkeleygang1834 2 года назад

I have this car's twin, down to the grey top. It helps keep things cooler in Florida's brutal (9 month long) summer heat. No regrets. Zoom-zoom!

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

Nice! Enjoy it and thanks for watching, BerkeleyGang!

@AlejandroMartinez-ei7wd 2 года назад

They need to make it a four seater!

@milk1472 2 года назад

Stop trying to ruin a car. The Miata doesn't give a damn about your need for passengers. It's a drivers car, it was made for you to drive and enjoy the drive. It isn't made for carrying kids to school, or getting groceries, or even being useful in any way. It's only here to have fun for the driver.

@jolkraeremeark6949 10 месяцев назад

Isn't that a Mazda 3?

@mattm7759 2 года назад

Hopefully the rumor mill is not true and they won’t make it all electric, i wouldn’t want absent or fake engine sound I don’t care how fast it would go.

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

There's definitely something to an internal combustion engine, Matt M, that you don't have with an EV. Thanks for watching!

@jamesmustin7289 2 года назад

Keep it simple. Look how they distorted the Porsche 911! The original 911 had 130 horsepower.

@billnseattle 2 года назад

It does need more leg room!

@AutoAcademics 2 года назад

🤣 And it's too low to the ground, too. Thanks for watching, Airsun!

@tymac3306 3 года назад

niiiiice car....., its funny how he says it equipped with a rear view camera,...thats like having one for the back of your own head,...the car is so small, if you need a camera to back this car up, you should not be driving lol. joking of course.

@AutoAcademics 3 года назад

You're actually right, Ty Mac. With the top down everything is practically within reach of your outstretched hand. 😅 Top up is a slightly different story, though. Thanks for watching!