Review: 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (Manual)

[@mathew633man]

mx-5 is just a pure sports car. it's not girl's car or whatever. this is THE sports car under 30 grand. it's also extremely reliable

[@collinholbrook4074]

plus its new design on the 2016 looks soooooo good

[@mathew633man]

Collin Holbrook only if it had turbo... oh that would be sweet

[@collinholbrook4074]

秋山 深 who knows maybe for like a 2017 or maybe a 2018 model update they add in an extra engine option

[@saramhanif5295]

It WAS the sports car under 30 until the BRZ/FRS came out, they will be it's successors. The new Miata is trash.

[@collinholbrook4074]

Hugh Jass look at the 2016 redesign it has a whole entirely different look. the 2015 and 2016 look like two different cars and power isnt always what makes a car amazing, what makes a car amazing is how much you love and enjoy the car, and small doesnt always mean bad tons of smaller cars are nice I mean even cars like the FRS and BRZ are smaller cars compared to other sports cars and Porsche normally are all small and those are amazing

[@buildmorefarms1007]

Great handling, amazing reliability, quality everything at a good price! The most tracked car in the USA on any given weekend.

[@smithmaine4547]

Most tracked car in the UK as well, I'm lead to believe.

[@tylerblocker2501]

We call it a chick car but I’ve never seen a girl driving a mx5 usually they’re passing me in their Kia Optima as I struggle to keep up 😂

[@libra42ful]

lol...truth....I love my 06 though...

[@MattMaranMotoring]

If people want to see that I can post up separate in-depth tour videos, just give this comment lots of thumbs up. I try to strike a good balance between being thorough and still keeping people's attention. Most people I think would get bored if I did a long Saabkyle-style tour PLUS a whole driving review in just one video.

[@Brenby]

I'm 6'1" and I feel very comfortable in my MX-5. :3

[@libra42ful]

That's because it loves you....lol, I have an 06....obviously the one he's sitting in... doesn't love him....

[@Pissoff56]

wanna know how to piss of an s2000 owner call it a Miata

[@Dennizzz119]

Im gonna try that.

[@mik31168]

+The merc with a mouth Lol I tried to compare it to piss a dude off, and he was like man that's disrespectful. Cool guy though.

[@jjuhring1]

You mentioned Bilstein Struts at the 7:50 mark and it's important to note this car does not have "struts". Front suspension is different than your BRZ with upper and lower A-arms with separate shocks. Main benefit is that it allows for full camber and caster adjustment. Rear suspension is multi-link like the BRZ.

[@Disco_Potato]

??? What? Have you actually looked at the suspension? Springs on shocks front and back.

[@jjuhring1]

eSZee Granted, the spring perch is attached to the shock body, which could be interpreted as a 'strut'... but when talking automotive front suspensions the term "strut" is usually used synonymously with MacPherson Struts... where the strut takes the place of an upper control arm. I wanted to be clear that the MX-5 and BRZ have very different front suspensions. In the last comparison test in Motor Trend (2013 MX-5 vs FRS) they list the front suspensions as MX-5: Control arms, coils springs, anti-roll bar. FRS: Struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar. It’s so rare any more that a car comes with a fully adjustable (camber, caster, toe) front suspension that it seemed worthwhile to point it out.

[@diduknowthat]

Nice review. And to assuage your fear, the little vents in the mx-5 does just fine in the hot and cold. I've driven it in -20F and 110F weather, and once the engine warms up, the heater/AC keeps up just fine.

[@verdict4me]

Ditto!I live in Ontario Canada.And it is Jan,30/19 & as cold out as the north pole almost!But when my MX 5 is allowed to warm up with the Heater blowing &the heated seats on,I'd swear I was in the tropics or something.It's blasting out hot air like no tomorrow!!

[@libra42ful]

@@verdict4me ...agreed, I live in Indiana, tip of Lake Michigan, we get below zero in the winter, and sometimes into the 100s in summer, and my 06 rag-top seems comfy in either climate...

[@vlenhoff]

The cabin is so small it really cools down and heats up very quickly. The heated seats help too

[@Jaredhughes17]

you can't hate a miata

[@verdict4me]

For those who don't have one. They,quietly dream with envy someone who has one.Especially a 3rd generation model like my 2011 MX5 GT-All Miatas are just cool,period!!

[@libra42ful]

@@verdict4me ..I have an 06, second owner, rag-top, copper-mica, black interior, beautiful....if I had kids... I'd love IT, more than them, lol....

[@KatInkura]

it's so fucking happy! I want one so badly, they're so adorable!

[@Psychopathis]

fucking great!!!

[@tikijojo]

I own a 2015 MX-5 Club edition. Great car to drive. I would not want this car as my primary driver, as like he said, it's too impractical. I bought this as my second/weekend car and it truly fits the bill as this. Tons of Fun without having to hit 100 mph.

[@brianpiersol9412]

If you do only 1 mod to this car, please change out the (pressurized) expansion tank. The NC was the only vintage to do that having it under pressure. When (not if) it fails you can overheat quick and possible trash the motor when that plastic tank cracks. I kid you not. SO worth the easy changeout from the OEM plastic to aluminum.

[@pioneer7777777]

Just never put the top up and you won't have any problems! I'm 6'1" and have no issues, but at 6'4" you'd want to likely stay top down. That's the most fun way to drive it anyway and as a second car that's the way I drive it 95% of the time so it would be perfect!

[@dirtbike250xx]

It's great to watch your videos. I watch all your reviews and BRZ videos, its fun watching you have fun in these cars. Great Work as always!

[@pioneer7777777]

My first car is a Miata - from my perspective it was the most fun for under $6,000. Can't beat cheap fun since you never feel bad when you beat on it!

[@MultiplexityGaming]

learned stick recently on a(nc) miata. a 2006 sport. reliable and fun weekend car for cheap . they are awesome

[@mikeb9569]

Been driving stick for many years, but never heel and toe'd until I got a Miata. Rev matching, using engine compression to slow down, and braking and shifting at the same time. Keeping momentum. What a blast.

[@MrKj202]

+mike b For real, NC Miata is the easiest car to learn heel & toeing. It's such a blast, it becomes muscle memory after a while.

[@xandyxcondax]

Hey,subaruwrxfan, have you thought about reviewing older cars? Like and old Cadillac, Buick, old rust buckets...stuff like that? It could attract some more fans and those type of cars are easy to make fun of, adding some comedy. Or even reviewing trucks? It would be cool to see a Ford Raptor review or a F-450 or something like that. Good job on the video, I am liking them more and more. Sometimes, even more than Top Gear UK. You aren't biased as they are. Good luck and keep the videos coming !

[@wwshehan]

I agree, please do an s2000 review!!

[@mathew633man]

they don't make s2000 any more... well not until 2015 anyway. honda says it will make s2000 again soon

[@collinholbrook4074]

matthew he can do older car reviews you know lol he actually did do an older s2000 a while back and also when did Honda announce the possibility of future s2000?

[@mathew633man]

Collin Holbrook google

[@that_boi_kevin4585]

@@mathew633man ur comment didn’t hold up well

[@KingEastCoast]

I like how this car is sporty & fun to drive!

[@standandeliver8376]

Hmm...I test drove this version once when I was thinking of "upgrading" my Toyota MR2 Roadster that I had at the time. The difference was night and day - the MX5 felt dull and uninspiring while the MR2 was just a joy to get back into.

[@comgeturs]

That's true to an extent. I never plan to buy this car so it's better to review it how you did. However, for those people that are actually really thinking about buying one, i'm sure they would appreciate a more in depth review. On the same note, people can also do the researching for themselves too. It's a matter of perspective. I like your reviews though so keep it up man.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Thanks! It's called Kennywood Park.

[@walkinglegend]

The engine is what I love about the mazda 3, it sounds great when you push the accelerator. Even at low RPM when you accelerate it has a nice tone.

[@Hunt4868s]

i feel like i post the same comment every week xD but you all ways do amazing reviews haha it makes me want a new car every week xD

[@davidsaint-fort5128]

Subaruwrxfan - Hey man, could do a review on one of the Mazda Rx8 or both whenever you get the chance please. Thank you !

[@johnmalko2883]

Great video thanks young man everything you said is correct we do on a 2013 grand touring and we love it 👍

[@r35killa]

Great review Matt! I've liked this new Miata since it came out a couple of years ago! I probably wouldn't buy one but they are nice cars!

[@jimmylai7969]

It's a great car, but you never notice him smiling when he mashes the throttle. Even in the slow Veloster Turbo, it'll give him a big grin.

[@TotalDbag24]

+Jimmy Lai The car was doing the smiling for him :D

[@FireManiac58]

@9600GTMAN Whats wrong with this MX5?

[@rolo3mont]

Please do a rx-8 review!

[@jakelowk559]

Exactly

[@macfan999]

Great review, love that car. But next time can you go a little in-depth with the radio, trunk, etc. with your other reviews; thanks man

[@aquateen77723]

Hey man...great review! Looks fun as hell to whip around.

[@project8d8]

Totally agree with your review. Keep up the good work. I have a mk1 miata but I prefer non-power steering and ITS more direct feel.

[@TheGetawayer]

Great review again, Matt ! At 6'4 my head must be way up the windshield, but the Miata seems like a good car to me anyway. Too bad I'm too tall to drive it :)

[@boedhiman]

Please do review the NA Miata!

[@panchocoyote3608]

This is my next car. Great review.

[@TheGetawayer]

Haha thanks ! I'm filming reviews myself and have been asking myself forever if I should try to get an MX-5 presscar for testing. I already struggled in the BMW Z4, so I'm not sure if it would work out. But I might check one out at a dealership and go from there. Greetings, TheGetawayer

[@LittleCD]

Great review matt!

[@verdict4me]

Wanting all the automotive sophistication at bargain budget prices is a pipe dream but not a reality.

[@ianbradley2153]

Great review....soooo want one!!

[@MattMaranMotoring]

It's called Kennywood Park.

[@theadventuremiata9533]

I didn't realize you had reviewed a Miata yet. Still waiting on you to come check out my ND :)

[@frankfitzpatrick5300]

I daily an MX-5 Club R compound tires Big brakes Supercharger Ecutek Racerom & Coilovers Sure don't hurt the daily errands & SPIRITED mountain blasts

[@evankaufman3131]

2021: Is it still for sale?

[@whatsforsupa]

my next car is going to be a GTI or MS3 but i could definitely see myself owning one of these by the time i hit 30

[@jeffrobins3828]

I’m looking at this or a Fiat 500 Abarth convertible. Any suggestions?

[@nerad1994]

Jeff Robins what did you end up getting?

[@nerad1994]

Jeff Robins ?

[@tylerblocker2501]

I’m 6’2” and honestly the only issue with it is my head is at the top of the front window in a normal driving position so I end up being as far back as possible but my legs are long enough to make it work

[@simonvancoevorden295]

I’m the same height as you Tyler and have the same problem , but you can get a seat lowering kit ( have just bought one but it fitted it yet ) . Can even get one for the NCs with height adjustable seats .

[@arricammarques1955]

Its a driver's car! Great design affordable to drive. Better milage upkeep than Porsche or BMW. :)

[@verdict4me]

Almost as good as but not .Very close though & for less than half the price,who cares!!Get the Mazda! It's a no brainer!!

[@1992calebw]

Awesome review. What is the name of the Amusement Park you passed by?

[@andylui3333]

Nice!!! Thanks for reviewing the mx5 like what i said!!!!

[@captaindrake3340]

Very nice video. Good review.

[@unknownstudd69]

"if you are a bigger guy than this car is not for you"...WRONG...I have an 03 Miata, which is smaller than this NC Miata...and iam 6'2 which is pretty darn tall. I feel very comfortable driving it. At 1st it might feel very small but after a couple of weeks it will feel right.

[@2hotFL]

Was that Kennywood Park he passed? That brings back memories.

[@bosshogg690]

You should do one with a turbo engine heavy mods it will be more fun then 100k supercars

[@mrdeath212]

Hey Matt, It would be awesome if you would consider to review a first gen miata. like '97 or '96. Any of the first gens really. Sincerely, Matt

[@PaulSiljee]

Do a Pontiac Solstice review! There is only like 1 good one on youtube and there are a ton of solstice people out there!

[@verdict4me]

It doesn't have the acceleration of a Bugatti or the cornering of a Lotus or the creature comforts of a Rolls Royce Silver Cloud.But I debate whether you would be able to purchase one of those Automobile landmarks new for 30 Grand,either!!

[@CoHxUnLoaDz98]

I have 01 miata and its pretty awesome

[@Kinguto]

I would love him to review the NA's

[@verdict4me]

You mean the one that doesn't have a glove box! Or 4 useable cup holders

[@PipBoyOfficial]

Do you have access to the new Honda Civic Si? Would love to see a review!

[@confettihunterminus1]

Would you start reviewing some Japanese import style cars? I don't want to have to import a car but I want that style of car

[@GASRx]

I like the interior!

[@waxmax117]

Man, I want a Miata so bad...

[@zdenkoknpk54]

Very good review ... Thank you :))

[@delirium4327]

nice intro man

[@avalazem]

You should do a tru pov video of a convertible:)

[@marcdiamond7042]

want to see your review of the mx5 nd.

[@marcellomori3264]

NC MX-5 The Miata you can daily

[@forbes646]

I am getting a 2008 miata with 100k miles ,soft top, I think it's the basic model because it doesn't have any leather seats. I'm getting it from my uncle for about 7500. Is that a good deal? BTW everything is in good condition

[@GonziDoesYT]

I got a 2006 with 90k for that price! Did you get it?

[@forbes646]

+Jose Gonzalez No, I bought a 2012 370z touring+sport package

[@SupaChhimyChhim]

V-Tec: all the turbo lag you want without the turbo.

[@daviewavie112]

Hey subaruwrxfan, I've been dreaming of getting an FRS... ever since I got done paying of my new civic (I wasn't really into cars at the time when I bought the civic). My next option is to get a used NC or FRS as a second car. Used higher mileage NCs go for $7-8k or so while the FRS is still $15-18k. The FRS is about twice as much, which has me leaning towards getting an NC. Am I missing much by opting for the miata over the FRS? It would be my first stick shift car, plus maybe some autocross/track days eventually (which is why I originally wanted the FRS).

[@ShuffleToExpresss]

are you going to pay monthly? If you weren't going to I'd say just get an s2k and call it a day. If you are paying monthly I might just opt for the FRS, why? The NC is the least liked generation of the miata and least sporty. Sure its got the most horsepower but it's also the heaviest, The NB I drove was way more fun than the NC I drove especially in corner. the ND is the absolute best miata right now, that thing IS faster than an FRS and feels faster than an FRS. I'd say even an NA miata would be good fun, and it's cheaper. FRS handles much better than an NC.

[@sophisticated]

Look at everyday's driver comparison video between all gens. They disagree with you

[@ShuffleToExpresss]

sophisticated i did, thats their opinion, they said the NB was the worst right? One of the dudes can't fit in it so thats why it was so low. ND>NA>NB>NC in my opinion

[@nigo1787]

the only reason people say it's not sporty is because the 06-09 model got very soft suspensions out of the factory. About the FRS beeing so much sportier, that's arguable at least As advising a S2000, even if I don't know the american market, that's about one of the worst advice one could give considereing the hype around that thing. It's expensive, heavier and only fractionally faster on the real roads I heartly agree with David, the NC is the MX5 to buy right now !

[@DestDroid]

Pretty sure that's where the top goes. There's a "trunk" that you can fit a toddler in and that's about it.

[@Vandantcyclone]

I love this car i want one. i want a 2007-2009 one.

[@kkeshav74]

If you could review a Toyota Supra, that would be great!

[@ICYASIAN95]

You should review a Honda S2000 next

[@adrianhardeo9647]

Nice car really cool

[@PabitraPadhy]

You look so much like Kate McKinnon from SNL .. ha ha

[@alexhill1769]

Can you do 95 miata?

[@mik31168]

+Alex Hill He was gonna do my '96 but he wasn't able to make it to Atlanta, plus someone totaled it. At least I have an '05 now though :)

[@djpanda97fluff]

You should be on motortrend

[@Vandantcyclone]

In depth Miata and true pov?

[@4everyoung869]

Zero to 60 in 7 sec? Lmao 😂

[@JOSUELITOlive]

try to review one of DoctaM3's cars!

[@MassiveLib]

It's funny how all the American reviews on the mx5 all talk about the "larger person" without actually saying if your a fat bastard forget it

[@rebelyell22]

so.....Miata or BRZ?

[@tusselman159]

can you do a lancer evo 7,8, or 9 (they all have the same body style, correct me if i am wrong)?

[@colelmore]

My dad was able to find a 2001 special edition for only 8,000

[@aeward2000]

Scion FRS or Mazda MX 5 ?

[@mika012300]

he said in the vid -_-

[@bradleyp4275]

He kinda looks like Kate McKinnon

[@ronjames2740]

Bradley P holy shit

[@verdict4me]

A bit like Howdy Doody

[@libra42ful]

You do understand it's a roadster, right?.....NOOOO, it's not a "family" car...I have an 06 as a "second" fun car...is it powerful, no, is it a fun, get around, adult go-cart, yep....I wouldn't want it as my only car, and I'm single, but as a fun, free-feeling, "weekend" car....perfect..... it's small, but I don't know who does the "chicken dance" like you did, in a MX-5, I'm 5-9 and it fits me perrrrrfectly....maybe it's because your long, and gangly is the reason you think it's cramped "you're RIGHT next to your passenger"....ummm, again, it's a rrrrrroadsterrrrr (what do you drive, a 1980s station wagon?...and make your passenger sit in the pop-up, third row, rear-facing seat)....My main vehicle is a 2012 Jeep liberty latitude, my passenger sits RIGHT next to me in that too, I've tried making friends sit in the cargo area, but then noticed my group of friends seemed to shrink one by one, lol.....A Miata was built for fun, the feeling of freedom, a certain type of individual.... you're obviously not one of us.... it's not a car for "stick up their butts, claustrophobic, scaredy cats...it's for fun, fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants, weekend getaways.... You're young, so I'm going easy on your review, that, and the fact you have GREAT eyes....

[@adrianhardeo9647]

Yep ok

[@pmlking]

what kind of car makes the sound in the beggining? sorry im a noob to the car world but that sound is sex to my ears haha

[@Matt-ol2yv]

Subaru brz with srt exhaust

[@HDHooning]

Did you not notice the storage behind the seats? Haha

[@ravesilly]

S2K next?

[@ncboy64]

Do not like the retractable hard top. It gives it a weird silhouette.

[@2020Animations]

Lmfaooo look Issa boat

[@vietstyle888]

Sounds like the s2000 man

[@panamera53]

My friend at work let me drive this car this little car is fast as hell I want one and want to drop a corvette Z06 engine in it then put turbos or a supercharger on it lol

[@WanderingMoose.]

if ur gonna buy this car and then put all that money into it, then ur better off buying a new zo6.......

[@wahidullahhakim2230]

***** 6حخ

[@panamera53]

+NHawk2112 That may be true but the Mazda miata has a power to weight ratio that can't be beat lol. I could get a Z06 or a could have a 2500lb Z06 that will spank a Z06.

[@dtownkid]

i just wish it didn't have that smiley face grille.

[@adrianhardeo9647]

Cool

[@andylui3333]

what theme park u drove pass?

[@Kdubzlovescars]

Honda s2000 is the way to go not mx5