Cost of entry to the 2.0-litre-only MX-5 RF club is $38,550 for the six-speed manual (+$4060 on the equivalent roadster), while our GT special edition comes in at $44,890 for the six-speed manual (as tested) and $46,890 for the six-speed auto. By comparison, the top-spec GTS version of Toyota’s 86 coupe will set you back $36,490 (for a manual). The 2017 Mazda MX-5 range of configurations is currently priced from $21,988. Our most recent review of the 2017 Mazda MX-5 resulted in a score of 8 out of 10 for that particular example. Carsguide Deputy Editor James Cleary had this to say at the time: Since the original NA version burst into life in 1989, more than a million MX-5s have rolled Get in-depth info on the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata model year including prices, specs, reviews, pictures, safety and reliability ratings. News. News; 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata trims (3) A 155-hp 2.0-liter I-4 with 148 lb-ft of torque is the only engine available in the 2016 MX-5 Miata and can be mated to a six-speed manual or an optional six-speed automatic transmission. Already the best-selling roadster in history, the Mazda MX-5 Miata enters 2017 by staying the course. All-new for 2016, the 2017 MX-5 Miata continues with a 155-horsepower, 2.0-liter I-4 producing Mazda installed its revolutionary 2.0-liter Skyactive engine that offered up to 167 hp, depending on the market under the hood. It was paired to a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed auto. Choose all-wheel drive 173bhp Mazda CX-5 diesel for best performance If you have the cash, the 173bhp diesel offers a hefty helping of added muscle – despite the mere 0.4-second difference in 0 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata Pricing and Specs. Compare 3 MX-5 Miata trims and trim families below to see the differences in prices and features. Trim Family Comparison. Sport View 1 Trims. MSRP Specifications. 2021 Mazda CX-5 Signature AWD. VEHICLE TYPE View 2023 Mazda MX-5 Miata Details. View 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata Details. First and foremost, Mazda recommends the use of premium unleaded fuel with an octane rating of 91 or above (96 RON or above). That being said, premium fuel is not required. Regular unleaded fuel can be used with an octane rating of 87 to 90 (91 to 95 RON). [Read More: See the exciting changes to the Miata for the 2016 model year] fG2Rd0.