Vehicle Profile

Mazda MX-5 Miata NB

1998–2005 · Roadster · RWD

$19,770–$21,420 USDOriginal MSRP (1999)

original 1999 MSRP. This is a price reference, not a current market valuation or an offer for sale.

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The second-generation NB Miata dropped the pop-up headlights but retained the lightweight rear-drive formula, with a 1.8-liter making up to 142 hp. A Mazdaspeed turbo variant arrived late in the run. It remains a budget track-day and autocross staple.

Horsepower
140 hp
Torque
119 lb-ft
0–60 mph
7.6s
Top Speed
126 mph
¼ Mile
15.8s
Drivetrain
RWD
Body Style
Roadster
Years
1998–2005
Original MSRP (1999)
$19,770–$21,420 USD

Sources & data notes

Catalog verification date (recorded): June 17, 2026. Recorded spec confidence: high.

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Performance positioning

Compared with 467 cars in the Wheelz catalog.

Top Speed126 mph
Rank #420 / 46710th percentilehigher is better
Horsepower140 hp
Rank #448 / 4674th percentilehigher is better
0-60 mph7.6s
Rank #441 / 4676th percentilelower is better
Quarter Mile15.8s
Rank #364 / 3886th percentilelower is better